For friends planning a trip to the Tokyo suburbs in autumn who want to experience dazzling night views, exotic cuisine, and seasonal limited-time events all at once, Yokohama is definitely the best choice! Yokohama's most iconic autumn celebrationYokohama Oktoberfest 2026, confirmed to be Friday, September 18, 2026 to Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the classic landmarkYokohama Red Brick WarehouseActivity Square makes its grand debut!

This is not just a simple beer market, but a joyful carnival atmosphere that perfectly recreates the Munich Oktoberfest in Germany. The venue combines the retro scenery of the harbor's red brick warehouses, live music performances by a German band, and hearty, authentic German cuisine. As evening falls, sipping craft beer while feeling the ocean breeze will add the most unforgettable autumn night memory to your Yokohama trip! Come join the JoyJapan correspondent to check out the unmissable highlights!

🍻 September 18 to October 4! Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse's wildest autumn festival

Yokohama Oktoberfest 2026 will be held grandly from September 18 (Fri) to October 4 (Sun), 2026. Event hours are from 12:00 to 21:30 on weekdays, and from 11:00 to 21:30 on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays (the opening day, September 18, starts at 15:00; last order for the entire period is at 21:00).

Admission at the door is only 500 yen(Free for junior high school students and younger), food and beverages, merchandise, and beer mug deposits are charged separately. The event venue is located at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza. It is strongly recommended to enter in the early evening. As the sky grows dark, the red brick buildings and harbor lights complement each other, presenting a harbor night view with a deeply romantic texture.

🍺 2026 Highlights: Noritake Original Tasting Set and Limited Edition Beer Unboxing

The most talked-about highlight of 2026 is undoubtedly the debut ofOriginal Beer Glass Tasting Set (3,700 yen)Guests can choose 3 beers (about 250cc each) from a wide selection available on-site and use a famous Japanese porcelain brand exclusive to the event. Noritake original beer glass Enjoy, and you can even take the commemorative tasting glass home as a souvenir!

This thoughtful design is perfect for first-time attendees or travelers who want to try a variety of flavors, allowing them to easily compare white beer, lager, fruity beers, or event-exclusive beers making their Japan debut without having to order a large size right from the start. Some beer booths operate on a "cup deposit system," where you must first pay a deposit for the cup when ordering, and you will get the deposit back when you return the glass.

⛺ German band live performance ╳ Three dining areas at a glance

To meet the needs of different customer segments, the venue has specially planned multiple distinct areas with contrasting styles:

🥨 A Guide to German Cuisine and Yokohama Port Day Trip

Not just beer, the German food stalls at the venue are equally amazing! Featuring a rich variety of delicious foods including classic German sausages, Currywurst, Schnitzel, ice cream, and churros. Friends and family who aren't used to drinking alcohol can also choose non-alcoholic or sweet drinks like apple cider and strawberry smoothies, enjoying it all like a fun, exotic night market.

💡 Correspondent's recommended itinerary:
In the afternoon, first head to Minato Mirai, the Cupnoodles Museum, Yamashita Park, or take a stroll through Motomachi-Chukagai ➔ Around 17:00, head to the Red Brick Warehouse Oktoberfest venue ➔ Order a tasting set and German sausages, and enjoy the live music performance and the harbor night view!

📍 Event Basic Information and Transportation Guide

Source: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse / Compiled by JoyJapan Editorial Department