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Save The Date For Birmingham Zoo’s German Oktoberfest! – August 19th, 2022

Guten Tag and Hallo! Join us for the Inaugural Birmingham Zoo German  Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 1st from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, featuring authentic German and seasonal autumn brews, live music, traditional lawn games and German food favorites! 

Beer lovers will enjoy an authentic German biergarten (beer garden) featuring the Hofbrau Oktoberfest Marzen, a lager style created in March (Marzen) that is cellared through the Summer months, ready to drink in the Fall, and is one of the only 6 official German “Oktoberfest” beers. Hofbrau Munchen, one of the oldest and most prominent breweries in the Oktoberfest tradition.

A 21+ event, the evening will also delight attendees in tasty food selections from local food trucks, our Nourish 205 restaurant will be hosting Build-Your-Own Brats, and Wild Burger will be serving Oktoberfest-themed snacks and small bites – all for an additional charge.

Festival goers are invited to come in traditional German attire like lederhosen and dirndl dresses to join in lawn games like the stein races and enjoy live Polka music throughout the event. Prizes will be awarded, including the honor of Mr. and Mrs. Oktoberfest 2022!

We can’t wait to see you for a wild, one-of-a-kind evening at your Birmingham Zoo, brought to you by supporting sponsor Alabama Crown.

View Birmingham Zoo Announces German Oktoberfest! Press release HERE