Ocean Beach Oktoberfest
Now in its 24th year, San Diego’s Wildest Oktoberfest is bringing back its doubled beach front footprint it debuted last year, showcasing an exciting lineup of bands and DJs and serving up unbeatable drink specials. The Jägermeister Main Stage returns with top acts, including local favorite Electric Waste Band and Band of Gringos on Friday, followed by Wax and BoomBox on Saturday. The Buzz Cannabis Electronica Stage will feature a high-energy lineup headlined by Desert Hearts. Also appearing will be Shwayze. Partygoers can kick off the event in true OB Oktoberfest fashion with 2-FOR-1 BEERS on Friday until 5:30 p.m. and Saturday until 1 p.m., along with a Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest competition, traditional stein holding contests, brat eating, pretzel toss and more. Attendees 21+ can enjoy traditional German brews, local beer, wine, spirits and delicious local bites.
Proceeds from OB Oktoberfest will benefit the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association (specifically the Friends of OB Program) and The Peninsula Alliance and The Warrior Foundation Freedom Station.
Performers scheduled to appear include electronic rock duo BoomBox, house and techno faves Desert Hearts, rapper/producer Wax, psychedelic dance band Spacehall Sound Machine, OB power trio Band of Gringos, Grateful Dead-inspired Electric Waste Band, surf/funk/punk band Three Legged Dog, PB surf-garage rockers Tsunami Sound Waves, electronic brass band
Fresh Veggies (advocates for sustainably-grown, locally-produced food), emo cover band Emo Kids, and era cover groups Paging the 90s and BETAMAXX.
