Oktoberfest at Wachusett Mountain
| Dates: | Saturday, October 3, 2026 - Sunday, October 4, 2026 |
| Hours: | 11:00am - 5:00pm |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | $ see below |
| Category: | Fairs & Festivals |
Authentic German beer fans and local craft breweries alike gather on the mountain for Wachusett’s 8th annual Oktoberfest.
With daily stein hoisting and keg toss competitions, there’s always an occasion to raise your glass.
🎺 Oompah! Daily performances by the lively traditional TubaFrau Hofbräu Band
🍺 Prost! The finest beer of the year. Authentic German pilsners and IPAs from all our local brewery favorites.
🍔 Fantastic food trucks serving up everything from egg rolls to caramel corn, and a special German-themed menu at the Wachusett Food Tents, including a kid’s menu.
🍻 Raise your steins and get ready to compete. Daily rounds of the annual Stein Hoist and Keg Toss Competitions.
🛍️ Local Crafters Market inside & outside with over thirty-five booths selling homemade jam, handmade jewelry, and more.
🍂 Our scenic Skyride is the best view on the mountain and foliage is already starting to turn. A peaceful ride to the summit on the brand new Polar Express, with a 360° view of the valley.
🐻❄️ Children under 5 are free! A weekend of fun for the whole family.
🚄 Check the Ski Train schedule to find out how you can be shuttled to and from nearby Wachusett Station!
As a friendly reminder, we do not allow dogs or coolers at our festivals. Ticket prices increase for day-of sales.
SkyRide Hours:
• Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 am - 4:40 pm
A peaceful ride to the summit - a 360° view of southern New England at the peak of Fall foliage.
| COST | ↑ top |
Adult - Admission Only: $9 | Junior (6-12) - Admission Only: $6 | Adult - Admission & SkyRide: $20 | Junior (6-12)- Admission & SkyRide: $15
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.wachusett.com/events/oktoberfest-2026/
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, MA map
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