Willkommen to a beer-y good time of year: Oktoberfest.
You don’t have to travel more than 5,000 miles to enjoy beer and bratwurst-laden festivities this year. As a matter of fact, many breweries around town are bringing the Bavarian culture to Tucson along with flowing pints of beer and fun. It’s definitely not the wurst way to spend a day unless you’re planning on downing some brats.
This round-up will have you enjoying the beer necessities in no time.
We’ll update this list as events continue to pop up make sure to pay attention to the dates (some of these are happening sooner than others). Also, don’t forget to check out our calendar for more events.
“Join us ALL DAY for our 10th annual Oktoberfest celebration featuring Haus of Brats, Pies the Limit, and a ton of great Oktoberfest beers from around the state, the country, and the world! We’ll also have a huge jumping castle for the kiddos, and Those Dudes with live music from 5 – 8 p.m.”
The annual Oktoberfest event is one of the brewery’s biggest events of the year! Tickets are available now but limited (purchase yours ASAP). Haus of Brats food truck will be on-site as well as Justin from Art & Sol Tattoo: Beer-Themed Tattoos for $50. Also, they’re hosting a German Costume Contest (awards for Best Male and Best Female) as well as a Stein Holding Contest!
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“Join us for our biggest event of the year! Enjoy mouthwatering German food from the Haus of Brats food truck, compete in our pretzel-throwing and stein-holding contests, and show off your best Oktoberfest attire in our costume contest.Savor authentic German beer and soak up the festive atmosphere. It will be a day full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on this epic celebration. Prost!”
“Get to know our CF Campus nonprofit tenants, community, and staff with games, raffle prizes, and food from Haus of Brats (vegan/vegetarian options provided). Please RSVP for free via the link to ensure there is enough food and refreshments for all.”
“Come celebrate Oktoberfest at the World Famous Cowpony! Beer-soaked brats will be provided, and there will be specials on Samuel Adams Octoberfest (on tap) and Jagermeister. The talented Jack Bishop will be performing at 2 p.m., so show up before to grab food, drinks and laughs with Jay and the rest of the crew.”
“Oktoberfest is happening again! We are working hard to get all the things prepared! It is an all-day event or while supplies last.”
Beginning at noon they’ll be offering:
“ZeeCeeKeely “will be in Tucson so get ready for some Roots Rock Reggae Dub Sun-Baked Desert Style Reggae.” Plus, there’s plenty of beer to ring in another successful Oktoberfest.
Starting at noon, MotoSonora is throwing its annual Oktoberfest party with a stein holding contest at 2 p.m., mariachi at 4 p.m., and bratwurst all day!
“Fun for the entire family! Enjoy German beer, authentic Oktoberfest food, live traditional German-style music and dancing on the large outdoor dance floor, children’s games, and beautiful views with fall colors at Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in Coronado National Forest. During the event, the sky ride usually runs and The Iron Door restaurant is open during regular hours. This event runs WEEKENDS ONLY beginning the weekend of September 21st and ending the weekend of October 13th. No dogs permitted during Oktoberfest.”
“Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate Oktoberfest in style! Join us at Legends Bar & Grill for an evening of festive fun, delicious German-inspired cuisine, and live music.”
What’s in Store:
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year in the brewery… Oktoberfest! Join us all day Saturday, September 21 for freshly baked pretzels and stein-full beers! We’ll have these beers flowing into a stein all weekend long: Eiskalt, our Oktoberfest-style Lager, Clara Vida Super Lite Radler (with Lemonade!), and Hef, our Bavarian Hefeweizen.”
“Come join the fun at Trail Dust Town’s 10th Annual Oktoberfest! Enjoy local craft beer, delicious German food, live music, as well as amusement rides, and Western fun at Tucson’s favorite Old West destination, Trail Dust Town! We will have bratwurst, soft pretzels, and apple strudel, as well as snack and beverage options. The world-famous Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse will be open as well to help satisfy any steak cravings.”
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“We are kicking off our Annual Lodge Oktoberfest on Friday (rain or shine). We’ll have music by the Sierra Vista Community Band, great food, and of course — beer!”
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