Oktoberfest by Schnitzel Platz | Camera Park, Glendale Heights IL

Oktoberfest 2026

All New

Glendale Heights' Premier Oktoberfest Celebration in Camera Park

September 10–20, 2026

Camera Park · Glendale Heights, IL

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What Awaits You

Live Music

Authentic German oompah bands performing every night of the event.

Authentic Food

Schnitzel, bratwurst, pretzels, sauerkraut and more — straight from the Schnitzel Platz kitchen.

German Beer

German Bier on tap, including exclusive Oktoberfest seasonal brews.

Kid Activities

Bounce houses, slides, and inflatables — a full play zone to keep the little ones entertained all festival long. Parental supervision required.

Event Schedule

September 10–20, 2026 · Camera Park, Glendale Heights

Opening Weekend

Sept 10–13

Thu 5:30 PMEddie Korosa Oktoberfest Band
Fri 5–7 PMElmhurst University Jazz Band
Fri 7:30 PMEddie Korosa Oktoberfest Band
Sat 1–5 PMDie Kellerknaban
Sat 6:30 PMBratwurst Brothers
Sun 1–5 PMDie Musikmeistiers
Sun 6–10 PMEuro Express

Midweek

Sept 14–16

Mon 5:30 PMEddie Korosa Oktoberfest Band
Tue 5:30 PMJohnny Wagner
Wed 5:30 PMJohnny Wagner

Closing Weekend

Sept 17–20

Thu 5:30 PMEddie Korosa Oktoberfest Band
Fri 7:30 PMEddie Korosa Oktoberfest Band
Sat 1–3 PMJack Pals Oktoberfest
Sat 3:30–5:30 PMDenmo Fest
Sat 6:30 PMWurst Kase Scenario
Sun 1–5 PMEuro Express

Schnitzel Platz Kitchen

Authentic German Food & Beer

Schnitzel Platz brings the heart of Bavaria to Glendale Heights. Enjoy hand-crafted pretzels, golden schnitzel, smoky bratwurst, and tangy sauerkraut — all made with traditional recipes. Wash it down with a cold stein of authentic German lager or one of our exclusive Oktoberfest seasonal German brews.

◆Pretzel
◆Currywurst
◆Sauerkraut Balls
◆Schnitzel Dinner
◆Bratwurst on a Bun
◆Pork Shank
◆Chicken Dinner
◆Kids Meals

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Pretzel

Currywurst

Sauerkraut Balls

Dumpling

German Potato Salad

Red Cabbage

Sauerkraut

Spätzle

French Fries

Schnitzel Sandwich

Frankfurter on a Bun

Bratwurst

Schnitzel

Pork Shank

Chicken

Chicken Strips w/Fries

Frankfurter w/ Fries

Find Us

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Venue

Camera Park

101 E. Fullerton Ave

Glendale Heights, IL

Parking

Free parking available on-site

Additional street parking nearby

Hours & Admission

🕐 Hours of Operation

Fri, Sept 115:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat, Sept 1212:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun, Sept 1312:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Mon–Thu, Sept 14–175:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fri, Sept 185:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sat, Sept 192:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sun, Sept 2012:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟 Admission

$5
Cover Charge
Friday & Saturday Evenings 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FREE
No Cover During Weekday Hours
Outside of evening cover charge window
FREE
Glendale Heights Residents
Free admission with proof of ID showing Glendale Heights address

Prost! See You There.

Bring the family, grab a stein, and celebrate Oktoberfest the right way — at Camera Park in Glendale Heights.

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Oktoberfest by Schnitzel Platz — Camera Park, Glendale Heights IL, September 10–20, 2026