ThompsonFest 2026 | Oktoberfest in Rehoboth Beach

Thompson Island Brewing’s Annual Oktoberfest Celebration in Rehoboth Beach

September 17–20, 2026
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Raise your stein — ThompsonFest is back at Thompson Island Brewing Company.

Join us September 17–20 for our annual Oktoberfest celebration in Rehoboth Beach, featuring World Class Beer, Bavarian-inspired food, live music in the Beer Garden, a special Oktoberfest beer dinner, the release of our seasonal ThompsonFest Märzen, and the return of our commemorative Oktoberfest stein.

From giant pretzels and bratwursts to oompah music and $4 stein refills, ThompsonFest brings together the best parts of fall at Thompson Island — great beer, great food, and good times.

ThompsonFest

Event Highlights

  • Oktoberfest Beer Dinner

    Thursday, September 17

    A special 4-course Bavarian-inspired beer dinner from Chef Raul and the Thompson Island team. Menu coming soon. Tickets available now.

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  • ThompsonFest Cask Tapping

    ThompsonFest Cask Tapping

    Thursday, September 17 | 5PM

    Experience a special one-of-a-kind ThompsonFest cask tapping from the brewing team.

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  • ThompsonFest Marzen Release

    ThompsonFest Marzen Release

    Friday, September 18 | 4-7PM

    ThompsonFest Märzen is back for Oktoberfest weekend. Join us for the release, available on draft and in cans, while supplies last.

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  • Schützengiggles Oompah Band Live in the Beer Garden

    Schützengiggles Oompah Band Live in the Beer Garden

    Saturday, September 19 | 2:00–7:00 PM

    Raise a stein and enjoy an afternoon of Oktoberfest music, food, beer, and good times outside in Rehoboth Beach.

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  • Oktoberfest Menu + 2026 ThompsonFest Stein

    September 17–20

    Bavarian-inspired food features and commemorative steins available throughout the celebration while supplies last.

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The 2026 ThompsonFest Stein

Available while supplies last.

Raise a toast to ThompsonFest 2026 with our commemorative Oktoberfest stein, available throughout the celebration while supplies last.

Get yours for $12 with your first fill, then keep the good times flowing with $4 refills.

Schedule of Events

Brewery Calendar
ThompsonFest Oktoberfest Beer Dinner
ThompsonFest Märzen Release
Schützengiggles Oompah Band Live in the Beer Garden

Oktoberfest Menu

Available September 17–20

  • Giant Pretzels with Beer Cheese

    A ThompsonFest must-have for the table.

  • Juicy Bratwursts

    Juicy Bratwursts

    Classic Oktoberfest flavor made for a cold beer on the side.

  • Wood-Grilled Sausage Platter

    Wood-Grilled Sausage Platter

    A hearty Beer Garden favorite built for stein season.

  • Pretzel-Crusted Pork Schnitzel

    Crispy, savory, and perfect for Oktoberfest weekend.

  • Slow Braised Pork Shank

    Served with Cheesy White Cheddar Spaetzle

ThompsonFest Through the Years

From overflowing steins and sizzling bratwursts to lively oompah bands and packed beer gardens, past ThompsonFest celebrations have captured the true spirit of Oktoberfest in Rehoboth Beach.

It’s one of our favorite traditions of the year — a fall weekend full of World Class Beer, Bavarian food, live music, and plenty of Thompson Island fun.

Prost to the memories, and we’ll see you at ThompsonFest 2026.

ThompsonFest FAQ

  • ThompsonFest is Thompson Island Brewing Company’s annual Oktoberfest celebration in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The event features Oktoberfest beer, Bavarian-inspired food, live oompah music, commemorative steins, beer releases, and good times in the Beer Garden.

  • ThompsonFest 2026 takes place September 17–20, 2026 at Thompson Island Brewing Company in Rehoboth Beach.

  • ThompsonFest is held at Thompson Island Brewing Company, located at 30133 Veterans Way in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, just off Coastal Highway.

  • Yes. The ThompsonFest Oktoberfest Beer Dinner takes place on Thursday, September 17, 2026. This 4-course beer dinner from Chef Raul and the Thompson Island team will feature Bavarian-inspired dishes paired with Thompson Island beer. The full menu is coming soon.

  • The ThompsonFest Märzen release is Friday, September 18, 2026. The beer will be available on draft and in cans while supplies last, and the Thompson Island brewing team will also host a special cask tapping.

  • Yes. The Schützengiggles Oompah Band will perform live in the Thompson Island Beer Garden on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 2:00–7:00 PM. Oompah music is the classic sound of Oktoberfest — brass, upbeat rhythms, sing-alongs, and plenty of energy.

  • Yes. ThompsonFest will feature Bavarian-inspired food throughout the celebration, including giant pretzels with beer cheese, bratwursts, a wood-grilled sausage platter, and pretzel-crusted pork schnitzel.

  • Most ThompsonFest activities are open to guests, but the Oktoberfest Beer Dinner is a ticketed event. Tickets are available separately for the beer dinner.

  • Yes. ThompsonFest is a family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration with food, music, outdoor seating, and good times in the Beer Garden. Guests of all ages are welcome, and alcoholic beverages are available for guests 21 and older.

  • Expect World Class Beer, Bavarian-inspired food, Oktoberfest music, steins, a seasonal Märzen release, a special beer dinner, and a festive Beer Garden atmosphere in Rehoboth Beach.