by Laurel Coffman / updated August 19, 2025
The iconic Breckenridge Oktoberfest is making a return in 2025! Join us for a weekend of views, brews, food and dancing in Breckenridge. Main Street will be closed to traffic and transformed for the 29th annual event.
Oktoberfest Weekend Schedule
Friday, September 12
Main Street Party: 2–6 p.m.
Weekend celebrations commence with the famous Main Street Party! Grab your stein and enjoy beer, food and dancing.
Entertainment Schedule:
1–4:30 p.m. Polkanauts at Main Stage
1–5 p.m. Neue Polka at South Stage
2–2:30 p.m. Official Tapping of the Key Ceremony at Main Stage
4:30–5 p.m. Stein Hoisting Contest at Main Stage
5–6:30 p.m. Los Otros at Main Stage
Saturday, September 13
Main Street Party: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
This is the longest and most popular day of Oktoberfest weekend. Live music, food, beer and dancing will be available all day long!
Oktoberfest 5K Trail Run: 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy a trail run among the golden aspens on Town of Breckenridge trails before joining in on the Main Street celebrations.
Entertainment Schedule:
10:30–11:30 a.m. Gora Gora Orkestar LLC at Main Stage
11 a.m. Official Tapping of the Keg at Main Stage
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Neue Polka at South Stage
1–4:30 p.m. Polkanauts at South Stage
2:30–3:30 p.m. Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
3:30–4 p.m. Stein Hoisting Contest at Main Stage
4–6 p.m. Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
Sunday, September 14
Main Street Party: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Chase the Sunday Scaries away on the last day of Oktoberfest.
Entertainment Schedule:
South Stage:
11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Polka Folka
3–5 p.m. DJ DC
Main Stage:
10:30–11:30 a.m. Gora Gora Orkestar LLC at Main Stage
11 a.m. Official Tapping of the Keg Ceremony at Main Stage
11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Denver’s Thirsty Five at South Stage
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
12:30–1 p.m. Kids Costume Contest at Main Stage
1–2 p.m. Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
2:30–3 p.m. Baby Bjorn Stein Hoisting/Stein Hoisting at Main Stage
3–5 p.m. Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
3–5 p.m. DJ DC at South Stage
Plan Ahead
Do I need reservations to attend Oktoberfest?
This event requires no reservations and is free to attend. However, collectible steins sell out every year! Be sure to plan ahead and purchase your steins and beer tokens from the Breckenridge Tourism Office ahead of the event.
Can I bring my dog?
Due to the large offering of food and beverages, pets are not allowed at this event.
What is the best way to get around?
The new B Like Breckenridge App is the best way to make the most of your time with tips for getting around, activities, and more.
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Enter to Win an Epic Oktoberfest Giveaway
Dance down Main Street to a traditional oompah band, yodel with a friend, grab an authentic Bavarian bite and join us to celebrate this year’s 2025 Oktoberfest. Pack your dirndls and lederhosen because one lucky winner will receive a three-night stay at the luxurious Grand Colorado on Peak 8, $1,000 cash, collectible steins and dinner for four at Blue Stag Saloon!
Don’t wait to secure your dates! Oktoberfest is a popular weekend in Breckenridge which means lodging fills up fast. The Grand Colorado on Peak 8, Grand Lodge on Peak 7 and Grand Timber Lodge are superior properties in Breckenridge that offer unmatched amenities and service.
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