Oktoberfest
Traditional cuisine and authentic beer will be overflowing in a giant heated tent, with lively Oompah music during the day and over-the-top rock music on Saturday night.
Oktoberfest returns to Naper Settlement on Friday, October 1 from 5:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 2 from 12:00-10:00 p.m. Celebrate fall inside the event's signature beer tent with live music, traditional German cuisine, live polka bands, rock music at night, themed contests, and a selection of local and traditional Oktoberfest beer varieties. During the day on Saturday, an expanded children's area will have activities for the whole family!
Check back soon for tickets and the full 2021 line-up!
Interested in attending Oktoberfest for free?
Naper Settlement members receive complimentary admission to all Naper Settlement produced events (rental events not included), including all six Naper Nights concerts, Home Front 1940s Weekend, Oktoberfest, All Hallows Eve, and Howlin' at the Moon (21+). Memberships start at only $35 (Settlement-1).
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors!
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Email Naper Settlement or call 630.305.7048 to learn more about Naper Settlement’s sponsorship opportunities.
Event Policies
Naperville Heritage Society Special Events have additional policies to the Naper Settlement's museum policy.
- All patrons must prepare for and complete a bag check.
- Photographs may be taken and used in promotional materials.
- No outside food or drinks. One factory sealed bottle of unflavored water or one empty beverage container (no glass) per person is permitted.
- No pets are allowed. Service Animals are permitted.
- Smoking and vaping are permitted in designated areas only.
Parking
The entrance to the festival will be through the Pre-Emption House Visitor Center. Free parking is available in the Municipal Parking Garage on the corner of Eagle and Aurora and in the Naper Settlement visitor's lot on Porter Avenue and Webster Street.
Inclement Weather
All Naperville Heritage Society events take place rain or shine. However, in the case of unsafe weather - lightning, tornado, etc. - Naper Settlement will close the grounds and cancel the event for the safety of its patrons.
Refund Policy
All events and prices are subject to change without notice. Special event rates may vary. All ticket sales are final. No refunds, exchanges, or rain checks will be given in the event of inclement weather. Dated tickets may not be exchanged.
About the Event
Event Policies
Naperville Heritage Society Special Events have additional policies to the Naper Settlement's museum policy.
- All patrons must prepare and complete a bag check.
- Photographs may be taken and used in promotional materials. Entry to Naper Settlement grounds constitutes the visitor's agreement to be photographed or videotaped and releases any claim to control these images, their graphic reproduction, or their resultant proceeds.
- No outside food or drinks. One factory sealed bottle of unflavored water or one empty beverage container (no glass) per person is permitted.
- No pets are allowed. Service Animals are permitted.
- Smoking and vaping are permitted in designated areas only.
Parking
The entrance to the festival will be through the Pre-Emption House Visitor Center. Free parking is available in the Municipal Parking Garage on the corner of Eagle and Aurora and in the Naper Settlement visitor's lot on Porter Avenue and Webster Street.
Inclement Weather
All Naperville Heritage Society events take place rain or shine. However, in the case of unsafe weather - lightning, tornado, etc. - Naper Settlement will close the grounds and cancel the event for the safety of its patrons.
Refund Policy
All events and prices are subject to change without notice. Special event rates may vary. No refunds will be given in the event of inclement weather.
Questions?
Email or call 630.420.6010 weekdays between 8:30 AM and 4 PM.