Sober Oktoberfest 2026 in Glendale: Oct 24

Oktoberfest usually means steins of beer, but this one skips the alcohol entirely. International Community UMC is hosting the First Annual Sober Oktoberfest in Glendale on Saturday, October 24, 2026, and the pitch is simple: German-style food, a live band, games and a drink menu anyone can enjoy, kids and people in recovery included.

If you are scanning for things to do in Los Angeles this fall and want something that works for the whole family, this is a good one to put on the calendar.

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 4 PM to 9 PM Where: 556 West Glenoaks Boulevard, Glendale, CA 91202 Tickets: From $15 on Eventbrite

What to expect

The flyer promises a full festival menu. A live band called The Blue Birds provides the music, and the drink side is built around German non-alcoholic beers and a mocktail bar. That means you still get the stein-and-pretzel ritual without anyone needing to think about a designated driver.

Food leans Bavarian, with the kind of hearty plates the holiday is known for. There are also games and what the organizers call family fun, so expect something closer to a community fair than a late-night beer hall. The organizers also list free parking, which is a real perk in this part of town.

Why it stands out

Sober-friendly events are still rare on the LA festival calendar, and most Oktoberfest celebrations around the county center on the beer. A first-year event run by a local congregation offers a different mood: relaxed, welcoming and early enough in the evening that kids can come along. If you are cutting back on drinking, hosting guests who do not drink, or just curious about the quality of modern NA beer, you will find an easy entry point here.

Getting there

The venue sits on West Glenoaks Boulevard in Glendale, a short drive from Burbank and the 134 and 5 freeways. Free parking is advertised, but arrive a little early since it is a first-time event and crowd size is hard to predict. Tickets start at $15, and Eventbrite lists the current ticket options and any updates from the organizers.

For more ideas, browse our festivals page. Whether you are checking upcoming events in Los Angeles or planning a family weekend, a night of pretzels, live music and mocktails is a pleasant change of pace. Prost!