Oktoberfest
September 20, 21 and 22!
Join us for the ultimate Oktoberfest in Minnesota at Forgotten Star Brewing! For three days, we’re celebrating with live music & local bands, steinholding, face painting, llamas, magicians, vendor markets, food trucks and more! Check out all the details and weekend schedule for the best Twin Cities Oktoberfest below.
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New for 2024!
Instead of VIP packages, we are now offering limited VIP tickets for those looking for a great deal and awesome experience! For $25, get a stein, 1 stein fill and $2 off drinks all day and throughout the weekend! This ticket also covers the $5 Friday cover.
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Steins are $14 and a stein fill is $14. VIP tickets will be $25 if bought in advance, otherwise $30 during the weekend, so get yours ahead of time!
Weekend Schedule
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Oktoberfest FAQ & Details
Is there an entry fee?
There is a $5 cover for Friday, September 20 that can be paid at the door. However, there is no entry fee for Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22! You can also purchase a special weekend beer package discount in advance here.
What are the bands and what is the live music schedule?
Enjoy music and an emcee all weekend, plus live music from select bands!
What activities can I expect?
This year we're packing in even more activities and happenings for you to check out! Steinholding, pretzel eating contests, german trivia, vendor markets, trivia, a traveling magician, vow renewals, meat raffles, face painting, a HUGE Vikings watch party hosted by 10K Takes and more! Times coming soon.
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Sunday (FREE)
10AM-6PM
HUGE Vikings Watch Party
12:00PM
Tater Tot Hotdish Eating Contest & Half Time Show!
Halftime
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Is there parking available?
For your safety, please be responsible and plan your ride ahead of time. For those driving, we have a variety of free parking areas in the Northern Stacks community for you to park. Please refer to the below map. The areas outlined in green are available to park and will also be marked with parking signs when you arrive.
Can we bring our kids to Oktoberfest?
We welcome kids and families to our Oktoberfest event and provide free face painting, a magician and llamas to ensure adults aren't the only ones having fun!
What food will be available during Oktoberfest?
Our resident food truck, Hodgepodge, will be releasing a german inspired menu that will be available during the truck's hours of operation! Additionally, the Brick Oven Pizza Bus and Sandy's Grill will be available during select times throughout the weekend. More info here.
Are you pouring stein fills?
We will be selling limited edition Oktoberfest steins for fills, and you are welcome to bring an outside stein to fill as well.
Will you have other Oktoberfest merch besides steins?
There will be limited edition steins, koozies and stickers for purchase.
2024 Oktoberfest Sponsors
