RAPPtoberfest 2026: Oktoberfest at Wakefield School
German food, live music, and an antique car show fill the Wakefield Country Day School grounds on October 17, benefiting student scholarships
RAPPtoberfest, Wakefield Country Day School's annual Oktoberfest celebration, takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026, on the school grounds, with authentic German food and beverages, live music, and an antique car show. Proceeds benefit Wakefield scholarships, making it one of the more community-rooted fall gatherings in this corner of the Piedmont.
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location: Wakefield Country Day School
- What's there: German food and beverages, live music, antique car show
- Benefits: Wakefield Country Day School scholarships
What to Expect
RAPPtoberfest leans into the season's German-festival mood without straying far from its farm-country setting — think steins and hearty plates alongside a lineup of live music on the school grounds. The antique car show adds a browsing element for guests who want to wander between food lines and music sets, and the whole event is structured as a fundraiser, so admission and purchases go directly toward Wakefield's scholarship fund.
Make a Day of It
Rappahannock County in mid-October is deep into leaf season, so arriving early and staying through the afternoon gives you time to enjoy the grounds before or after the festival. Given the rural setting, plan for outdoor conditions and dress for an autumn afternoon that can turn cool once the sun starts to drop.
Planning Your Visit
RAPPtoberfest
Location: Wakefield Country Day School
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Organizer: Wakefield Country Day School
Frequently asked questions
When is RAPPtoberfest 2026?
RAPPtoberfest takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Wakefield Country Day School.
What can I expect at RAPPtoberfest?
The event features authentic German food and beverages, live music, and an antique car show, all held on the Wakefield Country Day School grounds.
Where does the money raised at RAPPtoberfest go?
Proceeds benefit Wakefield Country Day School's scholarship fund.
Who organizes RAPPtoberfest?
The event is organized by Wakefield Country Day School itself, as its annual fall community fundraiser.
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