"A long-running, authentic Bavarian-style Oktoberfest featuring hundreds of beer taps, local German bands, traditional German foods like bratwurst and wiener schnitzel, and fun competitions such as the Dachshund Dash, bier barrel races, and stein carrying and holding contests." - Emily Cappiello
Emily Cappiello
Emily Cappiello is a travel, food, and beverage writer covering the intersection of delicious bites, sips, and travel adventures. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Departures, Vinepair, Martha Stewart Living, and more.
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Definitely worth it. If you come you’ll see why it’s ranked in the top 5 Oktoberfest events in the country! Parking is a small issue but they have free shuttles to various parking lots so plan accordingly. The food is delicious, the drinks are good and the bands are phenomenal. It’s a four day event allowing plenty of chances to attend. The group that oversees it also needs plenty of volunteers which means you can help out and still have fun.
thomas moore
Google
The music was great. There were tons of rides and most important there was food. But seriously the vibe was good, everyone was in a great mood. Overall a great experience for first night. Parking is $20. You can park at a nearby gas station for $10. There is plenty of security. Admission is only $10.
Jana Engle
Google
Good time. Beer of all kinds, mostly German and craft, very few domestic. Expect to pay craft prices for everything, even for domestic (Ultra, Coors light, or Miller Lite. Don't worry about bringing cash, most everything is credit. Expect lines for everything, especially Friday and Saturday; admission tickets (other than purchased online), entry, beer sales, food, carnival rides.
David Perry
Google
Best Oktoberfest in the USA per USA Today (fwiw). Beer, sausages, beer, wiener dog races, beer, dancing, beer, entertainment, beer, yodelling lessons, beer, other food, beer, FUN, beer, cider, wine, cocktails, and MORE BEER!
Hit the Paulaner Bier Stube and polka!
(with a Bier)
Toby Trevett
Google
We went had a good time. We parked in a lot and took a shuttle bus to the festival grounds. Plenty of German food and beer. Some people dressed in period clothing. It was worth the price of admission.
David Schuttler
Google
It was great to make it back out there again.
We are usually camping during fall break and miss it.
Amber Williams
Google
Good fun and family friendly. Dog races and contests are more for just fun, don't expect real judging or competition.
Paige Diaz
Google
First time going! It was a fantastic time for all of us! Highly recommend going and sticking with friends lol it was packed!