Friday, September 18, 2026, 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM · Reichenbach Hall, Midtown, New York City
Reichenbach Hall kicks off Oktoberfest early with a Masskrugstemmen (beer stein holding) contest and live music from Saustallmusikanten, straight from Germany's Black Forest.
Wooden communal tables, two-handed steins, and a Schweinshaxe the size of your forearm. One of NYC’s biggest bierhalles running the full Bavarian program without apology. The Brotzeit platter keeps the table busy while the liters disappear, and the shotski ceremonies are less optional than advertised. Order in German or don’t; either way, you’re staying longer than planned.
Classic schnitzel with hunter mushroom cream sauce
German cold cuts and cheese board, built for sharing
Spit-roasted pork knuckle with semmelknödel and gravy