OKTOBERFEST NAPERVILLE | Naper Settlement Announces Line-Up in Celebration of National Polka Day

Get Ready for a Fun and Memorable Time at Oktoberfest Naperville at Naper Settlement October 4 & 5 

NAPERVILLE— In celebration of National Polka Day today, Naper Settlement is pleased to announce the music lineup and activities schedule for Oktoberfest, an annual festival featuring traditional German cuisine, beer, live music, and activities. On Oct. 4 from 5-10 p.m. and Oct. 5 from 3-10 p.m., guests are invited to gather inside Naper Settlement’s giant heated tent to enjoy lively Oompah music, modern polka, pop, R&B, and yacht rock. On Saturday, there will be a stein holding contest as well as a children’s area with activities for the entire family. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit NaperSettlement.org/Oktoberfest.

Friday, Oct. 4 - Live music and activities schedule:  

5-10 p.m. Professional pumpkin carving demonstrations 

5:30-7:30 p.m. Music by The Phenix Band 

8-10 p.m. Music by Polkaholics 

Saturday, Oct. 5 - Live music and activities schedule:  

3-10 p.m. Professional pumpkin carving demonstrations 

3-7 p.m. Children’s area with activities by Pinot’s Palette and Chasers Laser Tag 

3-5 p.m. Music by Freeze Dried 

5-5:30 p.m. Stein holding contest 

5:30-7:30 p.m. Music by The Ron Burgundy’s 

8-10 p.m. Music by Funk Almighty  

Naper Settlement will celebrate the community by offering authentic German cuisine and festival favorites from local vendors. There will be local and traditional beer selections available, including Hofbräu Oktoberfest, Spaten Oktoberfest, Schlafly Pumpkin, and others. This year’s event will feature a new wine menu with Z. Alexander Brown Red Blend, Gnarly Head Grateful Dead Cabernet Sauvignon, and more.  

“Whether you're savoring a stein of authentic German beer, indulging in hearty Oktoberfest fare, or dancing to live polka music, there's something for everyone at this cultural, family event,” said Adison Glick, special events senior team leader at Naper Settlement. “This festival provides an immersive experience that captures the essence of Oktoberfest. We offer one of the most extensive Oktoberfest draft beer menus in the area, as well as a variety of live music and activities, all under a beautifully decorated and heated tent.”  

Oktoberfest tickets are $20 adults and $15 youth ages 4-12. Naper Settlement members and children under 4 receive complimentary admission. No outside food or beverages are permitted. Oktoberfest tickets support the Naperville Heritage Society’s mission to collect, document, preserve, and support the history of Naperville, Illinois past and present. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit NaperSettlement.org/Oktoberfest