Kantoberfest is Downtown Kannapolis’ annual Oktoberfest celebration. It takes place on Friday, September 25, through Sunday, September 27, 2026, along West Avenue and West A in Kannapolis, North Carolina.
It’s free to attend and includes a vendor market, small business shopping, food trucks, children’s activities, music and more.
Most of the activities are at Old Armor Beer Company, 211 West Avenue, Kannapolis, North Carolina. If you have questions about the specific schedule, please contact Old Armor.
Friday, September 25, 2026:
- 12 p.m.: Ceremonial Keg Tap
- Redrum Society Band at Tipsy Hare
- DJ Manney at Old Armor Beer Company
- MC Jesse at Kingpin Karaoke
Saturday, September 26, 2026:
- MC Jesse hosts the Stein Holding Competition, Brat Eating Competition and the Wiener Dog Race
- 4 p.m: Wiener Dog Race. Grand Marshal is Rene Earnhardt
- 4 p.m. DJ Styles
- 7 p.m.: Kingpin Karaoke
- 8 p.m.: Uptown Dueling Pianos
- DJ Teddy Bear at Old Armor
Sunday, September 27, 2026:
- 2 to 4 p.m.: Pup Pictures at Tipsy Hare
We’ve put together a big list of Oktoberfest celebrations in the Charlotte area! Check it out for the German music and dancing, stein hoisting competitions, bratwurst, beer and more!
30+ Charlotte Oktoberfest celebrations in 2026
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