by Leah Elkins / updated June 10, 2026
Come down to Main Street this September for the 30th annual Breckenridge Oktoberfest! You won’t want to miss the music, dancing, brews, or views. Grab yourself a couple of exclusive collectible steins and celebrate with traditional German food, drinks, and friendly folks.
Oktoberfest Weekend Schedule
Friday, September 25
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:
1:00–1:45 pm – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
1:00–2:00 pm – Polkanauts at Main Stage
2:00–2:30 pm – Official Tapping of the Keg Ceremony at Main Stage (beer pouring begins)
2:00–2:45 pm – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
2:30–4:30 pm – Polkanauts at Main Stage
3:00–3:45 pm – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
4:00–4:45 pm – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
4:30–5:00 pm – Stein Hoisting Contest at Main Stage
5:00–6:30 pm – Los Otros at Main Stage
Saturday, September 26
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!
Entertainment Schedule:
10:45–11:30 a.m. – Gora Gora Orkestar at Main Stage
11:00–11:30 a.m. – Official Tapping of the Keg at Main Stage (beer pouring begins)
11:00–11:40 a.m. – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
11:50a.m.–12:30 pm – Neue Polka Colorado at South Stage
12:00–12:30: pm – Gora Gora Orkestar at Main Stage
12:45–1:15 pm – Gora Gora Orkestar at Main Stage
1:00–2:30 pm – Polkanauts at South Stage
2:30–3:30 pm – Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
3:00–4:30 pm – Polkanauts at South Stage
3:30–4:00 pm – Stein Hoisting Contest at Main Stage
4:00–6:00 pm – Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
Sunday, September 27
Main Street Party: 11 a.m.–5
Raise your steins to the last day of Oktoberfest!
Entertainment Schedule:
10:15–11:15am – Gora Gora Orkestar at Main Stage
11:00–11:30 am – Official Tapping of the Keg at Main Stage (beer pouring begins)
11:00–11:50 am – Denver’s Thirsty Five at South Stage
11:30 a.m.–12:30 pm – Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
12:20–1:10 pm – Denver’s Thirsty Five at South Stage
12:30–1:00 pm – Kids’ Costume Contest at Main Stage
1:00–2:30 pm – Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
1:30–2:20 pm – Denver’s Thirsty Five at South Stage
2:30–3:00 pm – Baby Bjorn Stein Hoisting / Stein Hoisting Contest at Main Stage
3:00–5:00 pm – Those Austrian Guys at Main Stage
3:00–5:00 pm – DJ 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?
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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 2026 Oktoberfest. Pack your dirndls and lederhosen because one lucky winner will receive a curated Oktoberfest Giveaway Grand Prize, including free luxury lodging and $1,000 cash! The contest begins on July 1. Come back to this blog for your chance to win!
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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