Oktoberfest in Saint Paul
Your Guide to Oktoberfest in Saint Paul
Grab your lederhosen and prepare for a whirlwind of Bavarian bliss – Oktoberfest has taken Saint Paul by storm!
Every fall the city is awash with celebrations catering to revelers of all ages, from rowdy beer gardens to family-friendly festivals. Our comprehensive guide will lead you through the best events, where traditional German fare, generous steins, and joyous music await at every turn.
Yoerg’s Oktoberfest
Celebrate Oktoberfest every day of September at Yoerg Brewing Company! Savor a flight of festbiers or sip on German wines while traditional melodies fill the air and classic Oktoberfest films whisk you away to Munich.
- Date: September 1 - 30, 2024
- Time: Festivities occur all month long during business hours. Wine Flight Weekends begin at 12 p.m. Friday and ends 6 p.m. Sunday every weekend.
- Location: Yoerg Brewing Company (378 Maria Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106)
- Tickets: Free admission. Beer and wine are available for purchase.
St. Paul Oktoberfest
Raise your stein high at the Germanic-American Institute's annual St. Paul Oktoberfest where Bavarian traditions spring to life with live music and nonstop fun for the whole family.
- Date: September 13 - 14, 2024
- Time: Friday 4 - 10 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Location: Germanic-American Institute (301 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102)
- Tickets: Admission is free. Adults 21+ can purchase a $10 wristband for beer and wine purchase.
Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery Oktoberfest
Under the billowing tent of Waldmann Brewery's Biergarten, traditional dancers whirl by as the aroma of authentic German cuisine wafts through the air and the sounds of music and glass steins clinking together surround you for two weekends in September. Sundays transform into a family affair, with storytelling and zPuppet's hilarious "A la Carte" show delighting the little ones.
- Date: September 20 - 22 & September 27 - 29, 2024
- Time: Fridays & Saturdays 12 - 10 p.m. | Sundays 12 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Waldmann Brewery & Wurstery (445 Smith Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102)
- Tickets: Adults $7.50, Kids 12 and under $3. Sundays are Family Days - kids under 5 are FREE.
SurlyFest
Surly Brewing Co. reimagines Oktoberfest for the modern beer enthusiast. Kick off the festivities from September 10th - 21st with German-inspired fare and traditional lagers in the beer hall. The September 21st grand finale brings the party to new heights with live music – three bands, a DJ, and no accordions, Stein holding competitions, and quirky craft sessions for lederhosen and dirndls.
- Date: September 21, 2024
- Time: 11 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
- Location: Surly Brewing Co. (520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414)
- Tickets: Free Admission. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Canterbury Oktoberfest
Canterbury Park's Oktoberfest celebration spans two exciting days, culminating in a grand finale on September 28th that coincides with the last day of racing for the 2024 season. Feast on hearty fare and raise your stein to the thundering hoofbeats of the season's final races. Between contests for the best dressed and most impressive beard, try your hand at Oktoberfest-themed games that will keep the party going long after the last horse crosses the finish line.
- Date: September 21 & 28, 2024
- Time: Sept. 21: 3:30 - 10 p.m. | Sept. 28: 2:30 - 10 p.m.
- Location: Canterbury Park (1100 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee, MN 55379)
- Tickets: General Admission is $8 per adult and $5 per child. Reserved seating admission is available for $10 per person.
Twin Cities Oktoberfest
For its 13th year, Twin Cities Oktoberfest pulls out all the stops with a stellar selection of over 20 local beers, ciders, and seltzers on tap from local brewers. Pair your craft beverage of choice with local bites, music, dancing, and games.
- Date: October 4 - 5, 2024
- Time: Friday 5 - 11 p.m. | Saturday 12 - 10 p.m.
- Location: Minnesota State Fairgrounds (1621 Randall Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108)
- Tickets: Admission varies. Purchase tickets from Twin Cities Oktoberfest.
Saint Paul Brewing Oktoberfest
At Saint Paul Brewing, Oktoberfest begins with a dog-friendly kick-off on Friday. As the weekend unfolds, the spacious Biergarten fills with the sounds of polka and the aroma of pretzels. Test your skills in keg bowling, compete in stein holding contests, or attempt the pretzel thrusting challenge, all while enjoying craft beer.
- Dates: October 11 - 13, 2024
- Time: Friday 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Saturday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Location: Saint Paul Brewing (688 Minnehaha Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN 55108)
- Tickets: Free Admission. Drinks and food available for purchase.
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