Join us for the 29th Annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest!
This legendary festival, presented by Breckenridge Brewery, will be returning to Main Street Breckenridge on Friday, September 12th through Sunday, September 14th.
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 2025
Schedule of Events
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.
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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