Join us for the 28th Annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest!

This legendary festival, presented by Breckenridge Brewery, will be returning to Main Street Breckenridge on Friday, September 13th through Sunday, September 15th.

Event goers can sample Breckenridge Brewery’s signature Oktoberfest brew, along with their other flavors, or opt to try the additional wine and cocktail selections. Traditional German food and classic festival fare will also be available for purchase. Families can enjoy kid friendly activities, as well as live music and dancing.

⁠What You Need to Know for Breckenridge Oktoberfest 2024

Pre-Order Breckenridge Oktoberfest Steins

Steins & Beer Token Sales

Pre-order your 2024 Breckenridge Oktoberfest Stein and receive one free drink! Both steins will be available for cashless (debit and credit card only) purchase separately at the Riverwalk Center during the event.

Click here to pre-order your half liter 2024 Breckenridge Oktoberfest Stein now!

Stein & Token Pick Up Times

Friday: 12:30pm – 5:45pm

Saturday: 9:00am – 5:45pm

Sunday: 9:00am – 2:00pm

Event Wristbands

New this year, all attendees aged 21 and over will need to pick up an event wristband. This wristband will verify your age and link to your credit card for seamless beer, wine, and cider purchases. After picking up your wristband, you can activate it via your smartphone, at a transaction booth, or at a self-serve kiosk. Wristbands can be used to buy beer, wine, and cider, but food vendors will continue to accept credit cards and cash.

Wristband Pickup:

Wristbands can be picked up at three locations within the event: The Riverwalk Center, and booths located at the North and South entrances of Main Street.

How to Activate Your Wristband:

To activate your wristband with a credit card, you can tap the wristband to your phone, scan a QR code, use a self-serve kiosk, or visit a transaction booth.

Breckenridge Oktoberfest 2024: Purchase a Wristband

Schedule of Events

Breckenridge Oktoberfest Ceremonial Keg Tapping

Friday, September 13th

1 pm – 6 pm Family Fun Zone: Presented by the Breckenridge Recreation Center on the Riverwalk Center lawn, with bounce houses, face painting, and more!

2 pm - 3 pm Ceremonial Keg Tapping: The ceremonial tapping of the keg marks the official start of Oktoberfest 2024, happening at the main stage.

2 pm – 6 pm Main Street Party: Neue Polk will be playing on the South stage from 2 pm to 5 pm with Polkanauts and Bonfire Dub playing on the Main Stage along with a stein hoisting contest.

Saturday, September 14th

10 am Oktoberfest 5k Trail Run: The race starts at the Gondola Ski Back Ski Run and ends at the Blue River Plaza on Main Street. Pre-registration closes at 8 am the day before the race - Friday, September 13th. The race is open to 200 runners.

Click here for more information and to register for the race.

11 am - 6 pm Main Street Party: Continue the fun on the longest day of the Oktoberfest party. Polka performances will be on the South Stage, 3 bands will be performing on the Main Stage throughout the day.

3:30 pm - 4 pm Breckenridge Brewery Stein Hoisting: Join Breck Brewery for stein hoisting on the Main Stage.

Last call for alcohol at 5:45 pm.

Join the Breckenridge Oktoberfest Party on Main Street

Breckenridge Oktoberfest Family Fun

Sunday, September 15th

11 am - 5 pm Family Fun Zone: Head back to the Riverwalk Center lawn for another day of kid-friendly activities, presented by the Breckenridge Recreation Center.

11 am - 5 pm Main Street Party: Celebrate the last day of the Breckenridge Oktoberfest with more great beer, food, music, and dancing.

11 am - 5 pm on the South Stage: Polk Folka will perform followed by DJ DC.

10:30 am - 5 pm on the Main Stage: The Summit Concert band – Rocky Mountain Brass will perform from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, followed by Those Austrian Guys, with breaks for the Kid’s Costume Contest from 12:30 pm to 1 pm and the Baby Bjorn Stein Hoisting and a Stein Hoisting Contest from 2:30 pm to 3 pm.

Last call for alcohol at 4:45 pm.


Where to Park for the Breckenridge Oktoberfest

You’ll find the most convenient event parking at the paid South Gondola Parking Structure at 150 Watson Ave. Free parking is available in the Airport Lot on Airport Road. If parking at the Airport Lot, you can take the Gray Route bus downtown. We recommend arriving early as parking lots fill up fast.

Riding your bike to Oktoberfest? Bike parking will be available at the Sons of Norway Park, across the river from the Riverwalk Center Lawn. Make sure to bring your own lock.

For more information on where to park, click here. For information on Breck Free Ride bus routes, click here.



Oktoberfest FAQ’s

Q: Is Breckenridge Oktoberfest a pet-friendly event?

A: Due to the extensive food and beverages being served, the Town of Breckenridge asks that you leave your pet at home. Service animals are excluded from this policy.


Q: Are tickets required to attend Breckenridge Oktoberfest?

A: The Breckenridge Oktoberfest is free to attend and does not require entry tickets.


Q: Do I need to purchase a stein to sample beer?

A: No, beer and other beverage options are available to purchase with or without a stein and cups will be provided if you choose not to purchase one.


Q: Is the entire event cashless?

A: All steins are available for purchase with a credit or debit card only. Beer and wine tents will exclusively accept payment by wristband, which will verify your age and link to your credit card.

Wristbands can be picked up at three locations within the event: The Riverwalk Center, and booths located at the North and South entrances of Main Street.

To activate your wristband with a credit card, you can tap the wristband to your phone, scan a QR code, use a self-serve kiosk, or visit a transaction booth.


Q: How is the Town of Breckenridge making this event more sustainable?

A: Breckenridge Oktoberfest is a plastic bottle free event and guests are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles. There will be several refillable water stations throughout the event.

This year, Oktoberfest will serve alcoholic beverages in reusable r.Cups, which are designed to reduce waste and have a smaller carbon footprint than recycling. After finishing your drink, simply drop the r.Cup in a designated bin to be collected, washed, and reused.

Click here to learn more about our town’s sustainability initiatives.


Q: I ended up drinking and don’t want to drive, where can I park overnight?

A: If you’re drinking at Breckenridge Oktoberfest, please do not drive. Vehicles parked on town streets legally are ok to remain on town streets Friday and Saturday nights during the Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Please keep in mind that Breckenridge now has paid parking throughout town from 8 am to 8 pm daily.


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