Prost! Your Ultimate Guide to Oktoberfest 2022 in Northern Colorado
Summer is winding down, and fall is slowly creeping into the air.
The kiddos are probably already planning their Halloween costumes, but the adults have something else to look forward to: Oktoberfest.
Thankfully, you don't need to travel to Germany to get your fix of beer and pretzels. We have plenty of Oktoberfest celebrations (and brews) right here in Northern Colorado.
Let's break it down.
2022 Oktoberfest Celebrations in Northern Colorado
Loveland Oktoberfest | Sept. 16 & 17 at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland
Grimm Brothers Brewhouse and Big Thompson Kiwanis Club are teaming up to bring "Northern Colorado's most authentic Oktoberfest experience" to Loveland. The event is free to attend and will feature a stein-hoisting competition, German food and beer, and live music.
Find out more here.
OktoBREWfest | Sept. 23 & 24 at Lincoln Park in Greeley
According to TripsToDiscover, OktoBREWfest is returning to Greeley for a fun-filled weekend with a pie-eating competition, German beer, life-sized beer pong, kids' activities, and more. There might even be a VIP beer tasting.
Find out more here.
Left Hand Oktoberfest | Sept. 23 & 24 at The Garden in Longmont
Head to The Garden in Longmont for Left Hand Brewing's Oktoberfest celebration, featuring live music, a stein-holding contest, ceremonial firkin tapping, food trucks, and more. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Left Hand Brewing Foundation.
Find out more here.
Autumn Gold Festival | Sept. 24 & 25 at Bond Park in Estes Park
Although Uncover Colorado notes this is not technically an Oktoberfest, the free festival will offer live music from five local bands, a raffle drawing, a classic car show, kids' activities, bratwurst, beer, and wine.
Find out more here.
Windsor Oktoberfest | Oct. 1 at Mash Lab Brewing & Kitchen in Windsor
Mash Lab Brewing & Kitchen is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration at the beginning of October. A press release from Indie Creative Co. reports the event will feature a special beer release, bratwurst plates, a Mash Lab beer stein, and more.
Find out more here.
Berthoud Oktoberfest | Oct. 1 at Fickel Park in Berthoud
Berthoud is putting on a free Oktoberfest at Fickel Park, complete with a pretzel-eating contest, a German costume contest, a scavenger hunt, a cornhole tournament, and more. Of course, there will also be German food, beer, and music.
Find out more here.
Check out more fall-themed things to do in Northern Colorado in the gallery below.