Free Block Party

Dust off your lederhosen and dirndl and get ready to raise a glass, because Oktoberfest on Front is back! Join us for a street takeover featuring Stein holding competitions, live music, games, and all the ice-cold beer your heart desires. Prost!

Date: Friday, September 19
Time: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: 240 Front St, San Francisco, CA 94111

What to Expect

Join us for a day of celebration in the street supporting our local Front Street bars: SF's oldest Bavarian Beer Hall, Schroeder's, Harrington's Bar & Grill, and Royal Exchange.

Food and Drinks: With over 70 beers on tap and German food specials between our three Front Street Bars, you'd best bring your appetite! See below for info on event specials.

Fun on Front Street: Take your swing at axe throwing by Split the Wood, challenge your friends to a game of beer pong, and capture the moment at the vintage VW van photo op. Plus legendary beer hall games like Stein Holding and Beer Chugging!

Live Music on the Outdoor Stage: Dance in the streets to performances by Ladyhosen and the high-energy dance band, Pop Rocks.

FREE RSVP

Snag Your Complimentary Alpine Hat

When you support our Front St bars by purchasing a beverage or bite, you’ll receive a complimentary alpine hat. Don't wait—these hats are only available while supplies last!

Oktoberfest on Front 2025, hosted by the Downtown SF Partnership, is not only celebrating its second year as the larger iteration of Schroeder's annual block party, but also the official first anniversary as California's first-ever Entertainment Zone.  

Please note: this a smoke free event per San Francisco Health Code, Article 19L.