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Mocktoberfest

October 10, 2026 12pm - 6pm
Palmhouse
619 Howard St., Evanston, IL 60202

Mocktoberfest is a German-inspired festival built around great NA drinks, playful energy, and a crowd that's actually here to connect.
Willkommen zum Mocktoberfest! Oktoberfest, reimagined… no alcohol required! Mocktoberfest is a German-inspired festival built around great NA drinks, fun food, live music, entertainment, and a local marketplace.
Mocktoberfest is being held at The Palmhouse, a lush, light-filled event space at 619 Howard St. in Evanston, just off the Howard Red Line. It's the perfect backdrop for a fest built around community, connection, and a really good time. Ticket includes: Unlimited 3-oz samples of NA beverages, including limited-edition Oktoberfest NA beer drops, zero-proof cocktails, teas & more. Local vendor market featuring Chicago-area makers and small businesses. Live music — rock/pop energy with just enough polka to keep things festive. Oktoberfest-style seating, décor, and table games
German culture talks, traditional dance demos, and roaming performers. 


 


Free Admission



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