While nothing quite tops Munich's annual Oktoberfest there are plenty of fall festivals and celebrations throughout the U.S. that rival the world's largest Volksfest in Bavaria and the best part is you don't even need a passport to experience them.

Where: Tulsa, Oklahoma

When: October 18-21, 2018

Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa is entering its 40th year but the 2018 iteration promises to be the best yet. The family-friendly festival will showcase international German bands, endless beer and a slew of Bavarian delicacies such as cheesecake and bratwurst. Taking place at the 15-acre River West Festival Park on the banks of the Arkansas River, guests will have plenty of space to roam, bouncing from one tent and stage to the next.

Where: Fredericksburg, Texas

When: October 5-7, 2018

Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg is the finest in Texas Hill Country and offers something for the whole family. Autumn revelers can look forward to plenty of traditional German food and drink as well as music spanning four stages all weekend long. Also, be sure to check out the Hauptstrasse Chicken Dance, 42 Domino Tournament and the Oktoberfest Kraut Run.

Where: Denver, Colorado

When: September 21-23, 28-30, 2018

Easily one of the most entertaining Oktoberfests in all of America, Denver Oktoberfest spans the last two weekends in September and attracts over 350,000 people to the Mile High City. Happy Hour begins at noon and is accompanied by plenty of authentic German food and music. Fill your belly with bratwurst, sausage, turkey legs, sauerkraut, warm pretzels and more before settling in to watch the brat eating and stein hoisting tournaments. Later, dance the night away with two hours of silent disco.

Where: Cincinnati, Ohio

When: September 21-23, 2018

Oktoberfest Zinzinnati takes over Cincinnati every September, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Midwest as the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the U.S. Highlights include the Running of the Wieners, the World's Largest Chicken Dance, the World Brat Eating Championship and the Sam Adams Stein Hoisting Championship.

Where: La Crosse, Wisconsin

When: September 27-30, 2018

The 58th Oktoberfest USA in La Crosse, Wisconsin along the Wisconsin-Minnesota border runs September 27-30, 2018 and visitors will have a ton to look forward to over those four days, including a Dachshund Dash, Festmaster's Ball, a Craft Beer Night and a Miss La Crosse/Oktoberfest Pageant.

Where: Nashville, Tennessee

When: October 11-14, 2018

Nashville Oktoberfest dates back to 1980 and has been getting better with each passing year. Head to the Music City October 11-14, 2018 to experience the tradition alongside a quarter of a million others. In addition to nine draft beer stations serving up brews straight from Munich as well as local craft beers, there's live German music, a parade, countless arts and crafts vendors and even a Dachshund Derby.

Where: Torrance, California

When: September 7 - October 27, 2018

The Oktoberfest celebration at Alpine Village is the oldest and largest in Los Angeles, commemorating 50 years in 2018. Stretching from September 7 to October 27, guests will have ample opportunity to experience this authentic-yet-modern Oktoberfest featuring Paulaner beer imported straight from Munich, traditional German food and can't-miss Oom Pah Pah party bands.

Where: Helen, Georgia

When: September 6 - October 28, 2018

If your schedule is packed this fall, consider the 48th annual Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia. The celebration runs from September 6 all the way through October 28, including daily beginning September 27. Kids can enjoy their very own dance floor, dogs are welcome in the biergarten and admission is free on Sundays.

Where: New Ulm, Minnesota

When: October 5-6, 12-13, 2018

New Ulm's Oktoberfest takes place throughout the city, including the Best Western Plus New Ulm, downtown, Schell's Brewery and Morgan Creek Vineyards. Visitors will enjoy indoor and outdoor band stages, a beer wagon, horse-drawn trolley rides, authentic shops, food vendors and much more.

Where: San Francisco, California

When: September 21-23, 2018

Oktoberfest by the Bay dubs itself the best in the west and there's a strong case to be made. The annual event takes place at San Francisco's Pier 48 just across from AT&T Park and features a lively biergarten and dance floor. The renowned, 21-piece Chico Bavarian Band headlines the stage and traditional Bavarian dancing takes place every couple of hours. The festival culminates with a tradition-packed German Day on Sunday.

Where: Leavenworth, Washington

When: October 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 2018

The charming Bavarian-style village of Leavenworth is nestled in the Cascade Mountains, providing the ideal setting for an Oktoberfest celebration. The annual festival spans four different venues, each featuring live entertainment, food and plenty of beer. A keg tapping ceremony takes place Saturday at 1 p.m. all three weekends.

Where: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

When: October 5-7, 2018

Milwaukee Oktoberfest is only entering its ninth year in 2018 but it's quickly establishing itself as one of the country's premier celebrations of German tradition. Better yet, it's free to the public, benefits local charities and this year's festival will be the very first event taking place on the plaza outside of the brand new Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee.

Where: Mt. Angel, Oregon

When: September 13-16, 2018

Mt. Angel, Oregon-located about 18 miles northeast of Salem-owes much of its charm to German influence. Therefore, it's fitting that it puts on one of the best Oktoberfests in the U.S. This year's festivities will mark the 53rd celebration. There are lots to explore here too, including five different entertainment venues, wiener dog races and a car show.

Where: Providence, Rhode Island

When: October 6, 2018

New Englanders should consider heading to the waterfront at Bold Point Park in East Providence, Rhode Island during the first weekend in October to experience Rhode Island's International Oktoberfest. This year's festival will feature a trio of biergartens, a kindergarten area for children and loads of entertainment, including yodeling and Bavarian folk dance performances.

Where: Frankenmuth, Michigan

When: September 20-23, 2018

Frankenmuth Oktoberfest was the first to operate with the blessing of the original Oktoberfest in Munich, with the Bavarian capital city's world-famous Hofbrauhaus brewery even becoming Frankenmuth Oktoberfest's official beer sponsor more than two decades ago. In addition to real German beer, festival-goers can anticipate authentic food, entertainment, dancing and souvenirs.