Celebrate NYC’s finest local and German beers now through October at some of the city’s best breweries and outdoor venues. The 3rd Annual NY Craft Beer Week is in full swing, soon to be followed by various Oktoberfest events starting October 1 with a variety of tempting German brews and foods. Various venues hold their own Oktoberfest celebrations throughout the five boroughs, and some festivals are appropriate for families as well with root beer and kid-friendly activities. Mark your calendar for some of the city’s most famous beer festivities: