September 19, 2026

Evergreen Oktoberfest 2026

Oktoberfest banner with beer mugs, pretzel, and blue diamond pattern.

O’zapft is! The Taps Are Flowing – Welcome to Oktoberfest 2026!

Join us for an epic Barvarian Bash at Buchanan Park! 

When: Saturday, September 19, 12 PM - 4 PM
Where: Buchanan Park Ball Fields
Ages: Everyone! 

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 

DAY-OF TICKET PRICE INCREASE! 

Stein & Shine Stage 

Schedule:

11:45 AM Gates Open

12:00 - 12:45 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

12:45 - 1:15 PM German Dance Performace

  • The Hofbrau Hoofers

1:15 - 2:00 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

2:00 - 2:30 PM German Dance Performance

  • The Hofbrau Hoofers

2:30 - 3:00 PM Stein Hoisting Finals

  • Adult Men
  • Adult Women
  • Youth

3:00 - 3:45 PM Polka Music

  • Austrian Connection Band: Walter Schwarz

3:45 PM Costume Contest

4:15 PM End

 

Four people in traditional Bavarian outfits on stage, smiling at the camera.
Four musicians, cheerfully posing with instruments: guitar, microphone, accordion, and contrabass, wearing Bavarian-style hats and attire.

 

Activities 

Kids Corner

  • Inflatables
  • Face Painting
  • Crafts - Thanks to Crafty Chasis
  • Pony Rides with Spurs Academy
Logo with "Crafty Chassis," vintage truck, swallows, ribbon saying "Arts & Crafts Truck," established in 2017.
The image features the logo of Spurs Academy, with elements like rope and symbols, indicating its educational or organizational purpose.

 

 Activities

  • Giant Beer Pong
  • Red Solo Cup Games
  • Yard Games 
  • Laughing Photobooth
  • & MORE!

 

Competitions

  • Stein Hoisting: Men (15+ years old) 
  • $5 Entry - register at event 
    • Ages 18+ may qualify for Colorado State Championship with USSA.
    • Review USSA website for official FAQs and Rules on the competition!

 

  • Stein Hoisting: Women (15+ years old)
  • $5 Entry - register at event  
    • Ages 18+ may qualify for Colorado State Championship with USSA. 
    • Review USSA website for official FAQs and Rules on the competition!

 

  • Stein Hoisting: Youth (8-14 years old recommended, 5-7 years old welcome)
  • FREE!  

 

  • Long-Dog Derby
  • Registration OPEN AT TICKET SITE 
    • Derby begins at 3:15 PM
      • Check in at 3:00 PM 
    • All participants receive bandana 
    • Winning dog receives exclusive prize basket
    • *Must be a long low rider! (Dauschunds, Corgis, Basset Hounds, Etc.) 
    • *Includes Handler's Entry, all other assistants must purchase ticket seperately.  

 

  • Costume Contest 
    • 3:45 PM on Stein & Shine Stage
    • Winner receives exclusive prize basket
    • Judged by Audience Applause!
    • FREE! All encouraged to join! 
BEER! 

Menu:

On Tap

  • Oktoberfest Lager
  • Black Lager
  • Hazy IPA by Lariat Lodge
  • Rootbeer (NA) by Tommy Knocker

Cans

  • Cider
  • Miscelleneous Cans
  • Althetic (NA) 

Cocktails by Little Bear

  • Bear Bourbon Lemonade 
  • Autumn Margarita 
FOOD! 
  • Andy's Scratch Kitchen
  • Rocky Mountain Wraps
  • Slife's Devil Dogs
  • Jimmy John's 
  • Mountainside Bakery 
  • Timberline Pasteries & Provisions
PARKING 

PARKING AVAILABLE AT EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL & BERGEN MEADOW ELEMENTARY.

FREE SHUTTLE PICK UP FROM 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

Please DO NOT PARK in the Tuscany Tavern Parking Lot or any lots labeled reserved for Recreation Center. 

 

Map showing event parking locations for Oktoberfest in North and South Buchanan, with shuttle parking at local schools and construction zones.
VIP ACCESS 

VIP ACCESS

Includes:

  • EXCLUSIVE Entrance
  • 1L Glass Stein with 2 fills worth of drink tickets
  • VIP Bar access
  • VIP area with exclusive bathrooms
  • Food Included
  • Includes General Admission to the event: access to live music, kid's zone, food trucks, beer garden, and more!

NO DAY OF AVAILABILITY, PRE-PURCHASE ONLY 

 

 Sponsors!

Interested in helping make it happen? 
Reach out to Courtney Thorud at cthorud@eprdco.gov. 
 

Volunteers!

Interested in pouring beers, helping at check in, or supervising an activity?
All Volunteers get a T-Shirt and 2 Drink Tickets! 2 hour shifts! Please use this Sign Up for all shifts available: 
General Event Volunteer Form 
If you would  like to Volunteer for the ECO Hubs to help us manage event waste, please use this Sign Up:
ECO Hub Volunteer Form

Vendors! 

Interested in marketing your business, being a food or beverage vendor, or selling other goods?
Fill out this form: VENDOR APPLICATION

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