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It’s more than just bending elbows. Oktoberfest is weeks of fun for the whole family, featuring activities, live music, traditional Bavarian fare, over 50 varieties of beer and an array of local vendors. This highly-anticipated festival begins August 12 and lasts through October 15, 2023, taking place every Saturday and Sunday, along with Labor Day.
Snowbird’s Oktoberfest attracts thousands of visitors each year, making it one of the largest festivals in Utah. Admission to Oktoberfest is free, though parking is $12 per car. Oktoberfest runs from noon - 6 pm. Download the Snowbird App for live event and parking updates.
Pro(st) Tip: The best way to experience all that Oktoberfest has to offer is to stay mountainside. Oktoberfest lodging includes 20% off on all summer activities with Snowbird & Save .
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The origins of Oktoberfest date back to 19th-century Bavaria, when King Ludwig called for a state fair in Munich to celebrate his autumn marriage. Here in Utah, it wasn’t until 1972—1 year after Snowbird opened—that the festival took root. Learn more about the history of Snowbird's Oktoberfest .
The annual festival includes a biergarten offering an array of traditional German-style beers and those made by local Utah breweries, including Shades Brewing, Moab Brewery, Bohemian, Uinta and Squatters. Save a few dollars on beers by reusing your previously-purchased, 1-liter Snowbird Oktoberfest beer stein or mug. Or buy a new mug, keep coming back every year and start a collection. For other libation options, visit the outdoor bar at The Forklift. Oktoberfest food choices include select German favorites such as bratwurst, weisswurst, sauerkraut, apple strudel, spaetzle, beef rouladen, pretzels and Bavarian roasted almonds. Beer and food are purchased Ă la carte.
Bird Hack: Oktoberfest includes an array of activities for the whole family, in addition to over 21 summer activities. With so much to do, time is precious. Don't waste time waiting in line at the ticket window. Instead, purchase tickets for Scenic Tram Rides or All-Day Activity Passes online and head to our Pick-Up Boxes , located on the Plaza Deck, to retrieve them. Then, embark on adrenaline-pumping activities, like the ZipWhipper or Mountain Coaster, between brats. Plus, when you purchase in advance online, you're guaranteed the best price.
Plan Your Oktoberfest Visit
We can't wait to see you at this year's Oktoberfest at Snowbird. Review a few of our festival policies so you're better prepared to spend an incredible day (or weekend) celebrating in the mountains.
All points of sale, excluding independent vendors at Der Marketplatz, have gone cashless including Oktoberfest & Snowbird restaurants, retail stores, lodging properties, The Cliff Spa, summer activities and parking, including valet. Snowbird accepts credit, debit and mobile pay.
Reverse ATMs are available at no charge and located at the Snowbird Center on Level 1 next to Wings and Level 2 in the Snowbird Center lounge along with The Cliff Lodge lobby. Prepaid debit cards from the Reverse ATMs are accepted anywhere, not just at Snowbird.
Due to the overwhelming popularity of this event and limited parking at the resort, we strongly encourage guests to consider carpooling. To that end, during these event days, Snowbird will be charging a fee for parking in lots accessed via Entries 1, 2 and 4. Valet parking at the Snowbird Center, Entry 2, is also available for an additional fee. There is no Oktoberfest parking at Entry 3. Payment by credit or debit card only will be accepted upon entry.
Please note that the parking structure at Entry 4 will be closed for maintenance through mid-September 2023.
Skip the ride down and enjoy a night in Little Cottonwood. Snowbird offers exclusive deals on lodging packages that include everything from 2 Oktoberfest mugs to 20% off All-Day Activity Passes. Check out all of Snowbird's summer and fall lodging specials.
Need a ride down the canyon? Hop in a Canyon Transportation van at the Oktoberfest Arch available every half hour starting from 3 pm until 8 pm. These vans will take you and your friends to a Park & Ride location of your choosing in Cottonwood Heights where it will be easier to order a rideshare service or have someone pick you up (Base of Little Cottonwood Canyon, Base of Big Cottonwood Canyon, Swamp Lot and 6200 S Park & Ride). These vans are limited capacity and first come first serve, but a great option when you're in a pinch! Email events@snowbird.com or talk to a Public Safety officer at the festival if you have any questions.
No weapons of any kind are permitted on Snowbird property. Please lock them securely in your vehicle while visiting Snowbird. Bags will be checked by Snowbird Festival Greeters at the entries. Outside food & beverage is not permitted inside the festival gates. No outside alcohol is permitted.
Snowbird is a non-smoking resort and does not allow smoking indoors or within the Oktoberfest festival grounds. Outdoor smoking is only permitted in designated areas, 25 feet from any entrance, exit, window or air intake.
No pets are allowed in the canyon, in the lodges or kept in vehicles during your visit, except by special permit (canyon residents, rescue and ADA service dogs). Little Cottonwood Canyon is part of the Salt Lake City Protected Watershed. For more information, visit keepitpure.com.
Snowbird's Oktoberfest runs 10 weekends starting August 12 - October 15, 2023 on Saturdays & Sundays from Noon until 6 pm.