Old World Huntington Beach Presents
Wurst Fest 2026
Bold Brats. Big Flavors. Best Times.
May 16 – 24, 2026 · Weekends
Get ready for a wunderbar time at Wurst Fest! Savor authentic German flavors with hearty bratwurst, soft pretzels, and tangy sauerkraut. Raise your stein and enjoy an array of German beers while dancing to lively traditional German music. From delicious bites to festive tunes, it's a celebration that's all about good food, great beer, and even better company.
Saturday, May 16
Wurst Fest Opening Day
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Da Stube Buben
Authentic German folk music party duo with nearly four decades of experience. Reinhold Reiter (born in Linz, Austria) and Jürgen Schwarze (born in Ludwigsburg, Germany) bring the most current and legacy fest music to every event.
Kick off two weekends of sausage celebration with live German folk music, traditional and exotic sausages, cold beer, and good times.
Register FreeSunday, May 17
Wurst Fest Sunday
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Da Stube Buben
"The Pub Dudes" deliver an authentic fun fest vibe with traditional and modern German folk hits. A favorite at Old World for years, they create a festive environment for all ages.
Continue the celebration with more live music, sausages, and the full biergarten experience.
Register FreeSaturday, May 23
Wurst Fest: Double Feature
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Da Stube Buben · 12:30 – 4:30 PM
Opening the day with authentic German folk music and crowd singalongs.
Hammerstein Musik Bavaria · 5:00 – 9:00 PM
A 4-piece global get-down machine performing traditional polka, tango, operetta, and the occasional well-placed classic rock song. Tailored performances that work for audiences of all ages.
The biggest day of Wurst Fest: two bands, nine hours of live music, and sausages from noon to night.
Register FreeSunday, May 24
Wurst Fest Finale
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Da Stube Buben · 12:30 – 4:30 PM
Closing out Wurst Fest with one last round of authentic German folk music. Over 35 years of performing together, these two musicians know how to send the crowd home happy.
Last chance to grab your sausages, raise a stein, and celebrate at Old World before the fest wraps up.
Register FreeSausages, Beer, and More
Traditional and exotic sausages paired with German imports and a full bar
What to Expect at Wurst Fest
Traditional and exotic sausages, live German music, and a full biergarten
Traditional and Exotic Sausages
Sample a lineup of traditional German bratwurst, knockwurst, weisswurst, and more alongside exotic sausage varieties you won't find anywhere else. Served with fresh sauerkraut, mustard, and warm pretzels from the Old World kitchen.
Exotic sausages include:
Smoked Alligator Andouille
Smoked Elk Sausage with Bacon and Cheddar
Smoked Venison Sausage with Port Wine and Potato
Duck and Bacon Sausage with Jalapeño Pepper
Rattlesnake and Rabbit with Jalapeño Pepper
Rabbit and Pork with Leeks and Carrots
Venison Sausage with Merlot Blueberries
Exotic sausages are sold in limited quantity and available while supplies last.
Full Bar and German Bier
The Biergarten's full bar is open throughout the fest. Choose from German imports on tap, craft selections, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options. Grab a cold one and enjoy it with live music under the California sun.
Live German Music
Enjoy authentic German folk music all four days with Da Stube Buben and Hammerstein Musik Bavaria. Polka, singalongs, traditional party music, and even the occasional classic rock surprise, performed live at the biergarten stage.
All Ages Welcome
Wurst Fest is a family event. Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, bring everyone. No tickets needed, no door fee: just walk in and enjoy the fest. The European Market, Deli, and Bakery are open for shopping too.
*Under 21 must be accompanied by a parent
Da Stube Buben
"The Pub Dudes" are an authentic German folk music party duo with nearly four decades of experience. Reinhold Reiter, born in Linz, Austria, and Jürgen Schwarze, born in Ludwigsburg, Germany, are both naturalized U.S. citizens who have been performing together for over 35 years.
Their repertoire spans current and legacy fest music, from traditional Bavarian singalongs to polka and party classics. Whether the audience is 50 or 2,000, Da Stube Buben deliver an authentic fun fest vibe every time.
Performing: May 16, 17, 23, and 24
DaStubeBuben.com
Hammerstein Musik Bavaria
A 4-piece global get-down machine performing traditional polka, tango, operetta, and the occasional well-placed classic rock song. Their shows run from infectious dance rhythms to romantic serenades, from interactive dance numbers to virtuosic instrumental features.
Hammerstein tailors every performance to the event and the audience, making them a perfect fit for Wurst Fest's biggest night: Saturday, May 23 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM.
Performing: May 23 (5:00 – 9:00 PM)
HammersteinBand.comPlan Your Visit
FREE Parking
Biergarten at Old World Huntington Beach
7561 Center Ave. #49, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Near the 405 Freeway at the Beach Blvd. exit, minutes from Bella Terra
Additional Information
Pet Policy
No pets allowed inside the concerts. Only service animals allowed.
Free Parking
Parking is always FREE! Parking is located in the high rise structure off Huntington Village Lane and Center Ave. behind the Hotel Huntington Beach, or at the high rise in the Bella Terra parking lot. Follow the Old World Parking signs located on Huntington Village Lane.
For driving directions, click here.
DO NOT PARK IN THE WEST LOT NEXT TO VANS SKATE PARK. THOSE WHO PARK IN THE WEST LOT WILL BE TOWED.
Contact Us
Call us at (714) 895-8020
Email us at info@oldworldhb.com