On Friday, September 16 at 5:30 pm, the festivities kick-off with a ceremonial keg tapping of HaufBrau Original beer and the Morey family clad in lederhosen on the Coca-Cola stage at Mariner's Pier near the Giant Wheel.
A full line-up of bands will also rock the Coca-Cola stage during the Oktoberfest weekends. Musical performances are scheduled for Fridays from 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm; Saturdays from 1 pm - 5 pm, then again from 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm; and Sundays from 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
Wilhelm's Bier Garten, the home of Oktoberfest, serves ice-cold German draft beer along with local and domestic imports and wine. In addition, visitors can feast on German fare aplenty, including giant Bavarian pretzels, roasted chicken, bratwurst, knockwurst on a pretzel roll, and more.
Jumbo's Grub & Pub will offer a festive selection of Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst, German potato salad, schnitzel, and more. In addition, thirsty guests can sip on a wide selection of beers on tap and seasonal cocktails. To satisfy a sweet tooth, stands on Mariner's Pier will have Oktoberfest favorites, including candied and caramel apples and pumpkin funnel cake.
A kid's zone with a "Rootbier Garten" will be set up near the Wave Swinger, and kids can enjoy a variety of activities, including a pumpkin decorating station.
The Blue Palms Resort and Starlux Hotel offer an OktoberRest stay package for the weekend of October 7-9. The package includes a two-night stay and Oktoberfest ride wristbands valid for the length of stay. Complimentary ride wristbands are based on published room occupancy. Packages start at $101 per night at the Blue Palms Resort and $127 per night at the Starlux Hotel.
Packages are available in rooms and suites for 2 to 6 people. To book, please call 609-522-0606 or use code BIER when booking online.
Rooms are subject to availability; price does not include hotel tax. For more information, visit https://www.moreyspiers.com/ho....
Oktoberfest ride wristbands are available for purchase online now through Sunday, October 9, at https://moreyspiers.ltibooking.com/categories/oktoberfest. When purchased online, single-day Oktoberfest ride wristbands start at $29 plus tax. When purchased onsite, single-day Oktoberfest ride wristbands are $44, including tax. Mariner's Pier, located at Schellenger Avenue, hosts Oktoberfest September 16-18, September 23 - 25, September 30 – October 2, and October 7-9. The Pier will be open from 6 pm to 10 pm on Fridays; 12 pm to 11 pm on Saturdays; 12 pm to 5 pm on Sundays. For more information on Morey's Oktoberfest offerings, visit www.moreyspiers.com/oktoberfest.
