Oktoberfest + Country Fair, and the town around it
Oct 3 / Oct 10-11 in Galena. A preserved 1850s streetscape built into a hillside, with 85 percent of the town on the National Register, and two festivals a week apart.
What is on, and when
The Oktoberfest + Country Fair schedule as published for Oct 3 / Oct 10-11, 2026. Times move on the day, so treat the organisers as the last word.
- GALENA, ILLINOIS
- Galena Country Fair Oct 10–11 · Grant Park · $3
- GALENA COUNTRY FAIR
- 120+ hand-selected artisans & vendors two days of live music & food
- SATURDAY, OCT 10
- 10 AM–5 PM opening day on Grant Park
- SUNDAY, OCT 11
- 10 AM–4 PM final day for vendors & live music
- GRANT PARK
- 625 Park Ave · across Galena River footbridge free remote-lot shuttles every 30 min
- GALENA OKTOBERFEST
- Sat Oct 3 · Depot Park · 11 AM–10 PM $10 adults · Lions Club tradition
- SEE YOU IN GALENA
- galenacountryfair.com for the full schedule
Walking it
Main Street is a preserved 1850s streetscape built into a hillside. 85% of the town is on the National Register.
Roughly 30m from Dubuque, IA, 3h from Chicago, IL. Those are door to door by car and will move with traffic.
Where to eat in Galena
6 independent, owner run places in Galena. This is a selection, not a ranking, and it is not everywhere in town.
- Log Cabin. Since 1937 - Galena's oldest. Hand-cut aged Angus, 100+ wines
- Fried Green Tomatoes. Steaks, scallops, homemade lasagna, Wine Spectator list
- Gobbie's Sports Pub. Opened 2001, 219 N Main 815-777-0243 219 N Main St
- Otto's. By Kevin Scharpf, across the river from Main. Scratch pastries, brunch
- Galena Taphouse. Craft beer sourced within 200 miles. Chef Gino Brandon 815-402-3123 215 Diagonal St
- Little Tokyo. Main Street - sushi and Japanese steak 815-777-8883 300 N Main St
About these listings
Everything on this page is published for information only. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of Oktoberfest + Country Fair, its organisers, or any business listed here. Details are gathered from public sources and organisers change them, so confirm anything you are relying on before you travel.
How FOG works while you do this
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Questions people actually ask
When is Oktoberfest + Country Fair?
Oct 3 / Oct 10-11, 2026, in Galena, Illinois.
How far is Galena from Dubuque, IA?
About 30m by car, door to door.
Where should I eat in Galena?
There are 6 independent, owner run places listed above with phone numbers. It is a selection rather than a ranking, and there is plenty in town it does not cover.
Are you affiliated with the festival or the businesses listed?
No. Everything here is published for information only. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any festival, organiser or business named on this page.
Does FOG need a data connection while I walk?
No. The map lives on your phone and reveals as you move, with or without signal. Nothing is sent anywhere because there is no server.
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