Celebrate Oktoberfest in Leavenworth on October 2–3, 9–10, and 16–17, 2026, as our Bavarian village comes alive with music, dancing, beer, food, and the festive spirit that makes this one of the most anticipated months of the year. Plan ahead and mark your calendar—tickets go on sale July 1, 2026, at 9:00 am PST, and buying online is the best way to secure your spot.

• We are the only official ticket provider for Oktoberfest in Leavenworth. Please be cautious of third-party resellers—avoid scams by purchasing directly from us through our vendor EventIM.
• Your Oktoberfest ticket includes admission to both of our main event locations: the Festhalle grounds and Front Street Park, while downtown Leavenworth is open and free to explore.
• While we do reserve some tickets for same-day sales, the line can get long right at opening. To save time and start celebrating sooner, we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.
• Pre-purchased ticket holders can head straight to the security entrance upon arrival—no waiting in the Box Office ticket line!
• If you are purchasing day of tickets, the Box Office opens 30 minutes prior to event opening.
• TICKETS AND MERCHANDISE ARE NON-REFUNDABLE; however, tickets can be exchanged between weekends.

STANDARD ADMISSION COST:

• Friday Admission- $20.00
• Saturday Admission- $40.00
• Weekend Pass- $50.00 (save money when you buy the weekend pass!)

Tickets prices do not include EventIM’s service fee. Kids 12 and under free.

KINDERPLATZ COST:

• Entry is included with your ticket, some carnival games and rides will have a fee.

OKTOBERFEST VENUE HOURS:

• Fridays- 6pm-Midnight
• Saturdays- Noon-Midnight
• Box office opens at 5:00pm on Fridays and 11:00am on Saturdays for day of tickets
• **Front Street Park Tent closes at 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

*Kids are welcome in the Kinderplatz and Festhalle venues until 9pm. No entry or re-entry into venues after 10pm.**

*Clear Bag Policy: Help Keep Lines Moving – Go Clear!

Clear bags are required this year, we recommend you bring one or buy one to speed up security. Non-clear bags will be manually searched, which means longer wait times. Need one? Clear stadium bags are available for purchase at the Box Office or Willkommen Center.

Festhalle Reserved Seating

Reserve your seat in the heart of the Festhalle and enjoy Oktoberfest with a dedicated place to gather, relax, and celebrate.

Reserved seating is available on Fridays and Saturdays:

• Fridays- 6:00 PM-Midnight
• Saturdays (2 time slots)-Noon–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–Midnight

Each reservation includes:

• One reserved seat at a shared Festhalle table for your selected seating time
• Access to a reserved seating section available exclusively to guests with reservations
• Prime location inside the Festhalle with views of the main stage and live entertainment
• Table-side beverage service is available within the reserved section, so you can skip the beer line
• The freedom to come and go during your reserved seating window
• Price: $100 per seat (includes your admission ticket)

Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Gather your group and reserve early to guarantee your spot in the center of the Oktoberfest celebration.

• No Vaping/No Vape Pens*
• No Marijuana*
• No Weapons* (Pocket knives, pepper spray, etc.)
• No Outside Food or Drink*
• No Entry or Reentry after 10 PM
• Minors must leave by 9 PM
• No Pets (ADA service animals allowed)
• No Selfie Sticks or Professional Photography
• Cigarette Smoking in Designated Area Only
• Must be 21 to Consume Alcohol
• We reserve the right to remove you from the premises (Please Drink Responsibly)

*These prohibited items will be confiscated by security and not returned. Please leave them in your vehicle or room.

This year’s Oktoberfest lineup is packed with talent! Joining us straight from Europe are Swiss sensation Oesch’s Die Dritten (Weekend 1) and Austria’s own Freddy Pfister Band (Weekend 3) — two acts you won’t want to miss.

Returning favorites S-Bahn, West Coast Prost, Michael Stoessl, AlpenFolk, Smilin’ Scandinavians, and Ted Lunka Polka Band keep the energy going across all three weekends. Weekend 2 brings European Take-Out, while Weekend 3 features the beloved Manuela Horn — the yodeling queen who never fails to bring down the house.

Rounding out the celebration all festival long are traditional performances from the Enzian Schuhplattler Dancers, Edelweiss Dance Academie, Tirolean Dancers of Portland, and Leavenworth Alphorns.

If you’re planning your visit, the schedule of performers for each weekend of Oktoberfest will be published below very soon!

With three stages, there’s something for everyone—from traditional Bavarian music to high-energy cover bands. The Gazebo Stage at Front Street Park features classic Bavarian tunes, the Bierzelt Tent brings a lively mix of contemporary covers, and the Festhalle hosts everything from traditional dancers to evening bands blending old and new favorites.

Connecting it all is our outdoor street fair, filled with food, retail vendors, and beer taps—perfect for strolling, sipping, and soaking in the festive vibe!

This stage hosts our top headliners with a mix of Bavarian classics, hit cover songs, and lively dance performances.

• Friday: 6 PM – Midnight
• Saturday: Noon-Midnight
• (Minors out by 9 PM)

Step under the cool, clear-top tent and enjoy high-energy cover bands, dance with friends, and even try out a polka or two.

• Friday: 6 PM – 10 PM
• Saturday: Noon-10 PM
• (Minors out by 9 PM)

The Park Stage, set in charming downtown, showcases traditional Bavarian music with accordions, yodelers, and alphorns.

Front Street Park Stage

• Friday: 6 PM – 10 PM
• Saturday: Noon-10 PM
• (21+ Only)

Stroll through the outdoor street scene filled with food, beer taps, event merch, handmade and imported goods—and plenty of great photo ops!

Oktoberfest is packed with fun contests and games throughout the day! Test your strength in the stein holding competition, with brackets for men, women, and 55+. Show off your grooming skills in the Mustache Showdown, strut your stuff in the costume contest (solo, duo, or group), and grab a partner for the hilarious pretzel toss. Plus, enjoy classic adult yard games around the grounds. Check the program for times and be ready to join in when the emcee calls!

Think you’ve got the strongest stein grip in town? Prove it! Sign up in advance for the Stein Holding Contest and show us what you’ve got! Last year’s Stein Holding champs showed their strength—now it’s YOUR turn! Register today and you might land a spot in our Hall of Fame

Each Saturday of Oktoberfest kicks off with our traditional Festzug parade through town. Locals and visitors don their Bavarian best and join Alphorn players and lively performers to launch the day’s festivities in true Oktoberfest style.

The celebration continues with a keg tapping—2:00 PM at Front Street Park. Prost!

Brats, German sandwiches, kraut, pretzels, handmade corndogs and donuts and more! Many yummy tastes and smells of Oktoberfest can be found this year at the event.

All around town, you find plenty of German options and so much more like Pub style, Italian, Farm to Table, Mexican to name a few, your taste buds will thank you!

The Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2025 Oktoberfest continues moving towards being a ZERO WASTE event! Recyclable aluminum beer cups, compostable wine cups, biodegradable paper and no single use plastic utensils or water bottles are just some of the ways we are diverting waste from our area landfills!

Support in helping to bring talented musicians from Europe to our event

Supporting the creation of a family friendly venue for the event

Supporting our zero waste efforts and partnerships with Winton MFG Compost Works

General Support of the Oktoberfest weekends

General Support of the Oktoberfest event weekends

Orion River Rafting

Glory Days Vintages

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

The Hat Shop

Red Bell Christmas Motel

Blue Elk Inn

Leavenworth Lions Club

Providing lodging for our entertainment