Prost! Oktoberfest at the 2026 Arizona State Fair | Arizona State Fair

Oct 1 - Nov 1

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Prost! Oktoberfest at the 2026 Arizona State Fair

History is brewing at the Arizona State Fair! For the very first time in Fair history, we are raising a glass to autumn with our brand-new Oktoberfest Experience, running Thursdays through Sundays from October 1 through November 1 in The Backyard.

Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur, a live music fan, or looking to start a fresh fall tradition with your crew, this debut attraction is the ultimate way to level up your Fair day.

The Ultimate Oktoberfest Experience

When you step into our inaugural Oktoberfest area, you get the full Bavarian treatment:

  • Taste 5 Authentic German-Style Beers: Embark on a mini tasting flight featuring four classic German-style brews—from crisp, refreshing lagers to rich, traditional festbiers.

  • Exclusive Refillable Souvenir Stein: Take home a piece of Fair history! Your ticket includes a limited-edition, refillable Oktoberfest beer stein to keep the cold drinks flowing all night long.

  • Premier Reserved Seating: Skip the crowd! Enjoy dedicated, front-row premier seating directly at The Backyard Stage for the entire evening’s lineup.

Front-Row Seats to Unstoppable Entertainment

Your premier seating puts you front and center for our stacked Backyard Stage lineup while you sip and celebrate:

  • Battle of the Bands: Watch local rock and pop talent battle live for ultimate bragging rights and a spot in the Grand Finale!

  • Tribute Bands: Sing along to high-energy sets from top-tier tribute bands performing the biggest anthems in music history.

  • Arizona Talent Sundays: Celebrate local pride every Sunday as the Valley’s best singers, dancers, and performers take the stage.

  • Incredible Community Stage Performers: Throughout the day, the stage is graced with amazing local talent, showcase groups, and community entertainers that bring non-stop energy to the Fairgrounds.

Be Part of Fair History, Get Admission Tickets Now!

The Oktoberfest area is open Thursdays through Sundays from October 1 to November 1. Because this is our inaugural year, premier seating and souvenir steins are strictly limited per day!

Don’t wait until you arrive at the fairgrounds—lock in your Fair admission and secure your Oktoberfest pass online today!

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