As the leaves begin to turn and autumn sets in, the spirit of Germany’s famed Oktoberfest comes alive in the UAE
Frevo
This Oktoberfest, Frevo at Fairmont The Palm is bringing together Brazilian flair with Bavarian tradition. From 25 September to 4 October, the award-winning churrascaria will transform into a vibrant Oktoberfest hub, complete with festive décor, themed counters, and staff dressed in traditional Lederhosen and Dirndl. Guests can enjoy unlimited cuts of premium Brazilian churrasco paired with hops, fresh pretzels, and a specially curated beverage list, all while a live Brazilian band sets the mood with an Oktoberfest-inspired performance.
Until 4 October. From AED375 per person. Call +9714 457 3468 or Palm.Dining@Fairmont.com.
Ernst Biergarten
Until 26 October 2025, Dubai’s renowned Bavarian party is back as Oktoberfest takes over Ernst Biergarten. Think six weeks of steins, sausages and songs, where hearty German favourites meet frothy hops and a line-up of bands that will have you clapping along until closing time. The menu is a feast in itself, featuring crispy non-halal meat knuckle, golden schnitzel, warm pretzels straight from the oven and hops towers that keep the cheer flowing. Saturdays bring a Bavarian brunch starting at AED300, while Sundays serve a proper roast with lamb shank and mash, non-halal meat belly with crackling or a whole roast chicken with fries. For pudding, don’t miss the apple strudel and berries.
Until 26 October. Thursdays to Sundays, from 5pm till late. Sundays, from 12pm to 7pm. Saturday Oktoberfest Brunch, from 12pm to 4pm. Sunday Roast, from 12pm to 4pm. Call +9714 210 2511 or email dubai@ernstbiergarten.com.
Rixos Bab Al Bahr
Rixos Bab Al Bahr, the ultra-all-inclusive resort on Al Marjan Island, is bringing Oktoberfest to Ras Al Khaimah with a festive weekend staycation on September 26 and 27. Guests can look forward to free-flowing German draught pints, hearty Bavarian classics like bratwurst, schnitzel, pretzels, and strudel, plus lively entertainment throughout the celebrations. Beyond Oktoberfest, the resort offers a packed calendar of activities, from the Rixy Kids Club and a teen zone with PlayStation and billiards, to meet-and-greets with the life-sized Labubu mascots. Parents can sip cocktails by the pool, relax at Avitane Spa, or enjoy the newly extended beach.
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Yas Plaza Hotels
Yas Plaza Hotels is bringing Oktoberfest back to Abu Dhabi, with Stills at Crowne Plaza Yas Island transforming into a Bavarian celebration from 16 to 18 October. Guests can look forward to three nights of hearty German dishes, live cooking stations, and plenty of frothy hops served in traditional steins A traditional German band, flown in especially for the event, will set the lively soundtrack. Admission is AED150 per person (fully redeemable on food and beverages), while children under 12 join for free.
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