NOTICE

Unfortunately, the Cuyahoga County Board of Health notified us that LEAKOILers will not be permitted to camp on the grounds during the 2026 Cleveland Oktoberfest. They also refused our request to purchase a temporary permit to camp. The notice was received so close to the event that there is nothing we can do about it. That being said, LEAKOIL members and their buses are still encouraged to attend Oktoberfest, and will still gain free admission at Gate 1, as always. If enough members come out, there may still be a presentation in the Educational Building, but at this point, there is no guarantee of that. Our apologies to all who have made this such a fun event over the years. Hopefully we can get something worked out with CCBH before Oktoberfest ’27.

LEAKOIL (Lake Erie Area Kombi Owners Involvement League), in conjunction with the Cleveland Oktoberfest, invites all LEAKOIL forum members who own air-cooled VW bay, split-window and vanagons to show off their wheels at the Cleveland Oktoberfest. Those still planning to attend MUST first register as members of LEAKOIL’s forum, as the forum registration list will effectively be the guest list for Cleveland Oktoberfest. New Member forum registration can be found at this link. Those arriving in air-cooled VWs should enter the grounds via Eastland Road where they will be directed to the VW entrance (Gate 1) and will gain FREE ADMISSION to the Oktoberfest! If for any reason, you are not on LEAKOIL’s list, you will not be admitted to camp at the event. This policy is non-negotiable and will be enforced by Oktoberfest staff.

The VW bus parking area again be located between Gates 1 & 2, with VW buses lined up against the fence adjacent the restrooms.

Warning & Disclaimer: Please note that neither LEAKOIL nor The Cleveland Oktoberfest are liable for any damage, injury, or loss of equipment, and that failure to abide by Oktoberfest rules may result in immediate expulsion from the 2026 Oktoberfest, and if warranted, a ban from future Oktoberfests.