Celebrating over 47 Years!
- Restaurants, Specialty stores, Health & Fitness Shops.
- Plus many Festivals & Events.
- Quaint European Style Buildings & Cobble Stone Walkways.
Old World Village opened in 1978 and has always been synonymous with the annual Oktoberfest. Over the years thousands have witnessed the pulsating beat of Oom-pah-pa bands directly imported from Germany and Austria.
We invite you to take a stroll through our cobble stone streets shopping at our many SPECIALTY STORES and SERVICES. (All businesses are individually owned and operated.)
The Village has a large variety of shops, beauty salons and restaurants. Stroll the village viewing our hand painted Murals depicting 18 European cities. Take a tour and view photos and videos on our video page.
Come and join us for All the FUN ACTIVITIES like the annual OKTOBERFEST, the DACHSHUND and WIENER DOG RACES, ART Exhibits, BOUTIQUE Vendors, CAR Shows and NATIVITY Plays.
Old World Village History
Located at 7561 Center Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA, Old World Village was built by Josef and Dolores Bischof in 1978 to resemble Oberammergau, a storybook Bavarian village nestled in the Alps of Germany.
Oberammergau’s history dates back over 1,000 years and is world-famous for its Passion Play, first performed in 1634 after villagers made a vow during the bubonic plague. The tradition continues every decade, showcasing the community’s deep cultural and spiritual roots.
Inspired by this enduring spirit, the Bischof family recreated its charm here in Southern California — preserving European architecture, craftsmanship, and hospitality for generations to enjoy. Today, Old World’s Biergarten, Deli, Bakery, Market, Church, and Dirndl & Lederhosen shops remain family-run and dedicated to celebrating the rich tapestry of European culture, food, music, and tradition. Surrounding these family-operated establishments, the remainder of the Village is made up of a variety of individually owned shops, eateries, and studios, each adding their own unique touch to the vibrant community that makes Old World Village so special.
Media Contact:
Old World Village Huntington Beach
7561 Center Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA
📞 (714) 895-8020
