2023 FAQs

  • Toronto Oktoberfest is the first (and largest) Bavarian-styled Oktoberfest in Toronto.

    Celebrating our 11th anniversary in 2023, the festival aims to provide a truly authentic Oktoberfest experience through food, drink, music and dance, similar to the spirit of Munich’s famed festival.

  • The 2023 festival is taking place in a massive Festhalle tent and Bavarian Village at Garrison Common at Fort York.

    Click here for directions.

  • The festival runs Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7, 2023.

    Friday Tapping of the Keg - 5:30pm to 11:30pm

    Saturday Wiesen Bash - 12:30pm to 4:30pm

    Saturday Ein Prosit Closing Party - 6:00pm to 11:30pm

    Note: VIP ticket holders can enter 30 min early.

  • Yes, there are portable washrooms located on-site.

    VIP tickets include access to the (private) washroom trailers.

  • Yes, the grounds will be accessible and there will be accessible washrooms.

  • All Toronto Oktoberfest sessions are 19+.

    2022 was the first Toronto Oktoberfest celebration coming out of the COVID pandemic. Due to the uncertainty of the times, the all-ages family session did not return. We hope to bring it back again next year.

  • We love our furry friends but please leave them at home.

  • You can purchase tickets online on our Ticket Page using a credit card.

  • There are three (3) ticket options available for Toronto Oktoberfest.

    General Admission, which grants you:

    Entry to the festival.

    The first 500 people per session receive a FREE glass beer stein!

    Reserved Table, which grants you:

    Entry for 10 people to the festival.

    Reserved tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis (at least one member of the party must be present to be seated).

    VIP, which grants you:

    30-minute early entry and a dedicated entry lane.

    Guaranteed FREE glass beer stein

    Two (2) drink tokens.

    Access to the private VIP Lounge right beside the stage and dance floor, with a private bar.

    Access to VIP (private) washrooms.

  • Tickets can be bought up to and during the event through our website, while supplies last. We'd recommend you buy your ticket in advance to ensure you will be able to enjoy the festival.

  • You will need to print your ticket and bring it with you, or have the PDF of your ticket open on your smartphone. We suggest printing off your ticket. You will also need to bring a valid piece of government-issued Photo ID.

  • Tokens will be used for purchasing beverages at the festival.

    Food cannot be purchased with tokens.

  • Tokens are $10 each if purchased in advance online, and $11 each if purchased on-site at the event.

    One token gets you one of the following:

    1 Beer (16oz)

    1 Wine (6oz)

    1 Mixed Drink or Shot (1.5oz)

    1 Canned Cocktail

    1 Non-Alcoholic Beer (16oz) or Mocktail (12oz)

  • Upon exiting the festival, you will have the opportunity to sell us back your tokens at the original purchase price.

  • We're sorry but there are no refunds.

  • We can make no guarantees, but send an email to service@gettickets.ca and we'll do our best.

  • Yes. All ticket holders consent to a reasonable search for prohibited items. The festival retains the right to refuse items deemed inappropriate for entry.

  • No, there will be no re-entry if you leave the event grounds.

  • The event is rain or shine! Come dressed to have fun :)

  • We have an incredible selection of beers on tap this year:

    Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier
    Paulaner Weissbier
    Erdinger Oktoberfest Brew
    Erdinger Weissbier
    Erdinger Dunkel
    Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest Märzen
    Hacker-Pschorr Munich Gold
    Veltins
    Toronto Oktoberfest Harvest Ale
    Newark Brewery Oktoberfest Lager
    Newark Brewery Helles Lager
    Stiegl Radler
    Stiegl Lager
    Schöfferhofer Grapefruit
    Mongozo Pilsener (Gluten Free)

    Partake Brewing Oktoberfest (Non-Alcoholic)
    Erdinger Alkoholfrei (Non-Alcoholic)
    Clausthaler Lemon (Non-Alcoholic)

  • Yes! There will also be wine, spirits, Jägermeister, mixed drinks, canned cocktails, and cider available at the House Bar.

  • Yes!

    There will be Partake Brewing Oktoberfest (Non-Alcoholic), Erdinger Alkoholfrei, Clausthaler Lemon Non-Alcoholic, and mocktails.

    As well as pop and water available for purchase at the House Bar.

  • Yes, there will be an easily accessible water station at the festival. Please stay hydrated!

  • Yes, there will be gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan food and beverage options available.

    Visit our Menu page for the full menus.

  • No.

  • You bet! And it’s going to be non-stop!

    Check out our Entertainment page for the full lineup and schedule.

  • We’ll be selling a limited number of traditional hats and shirts on-site, as well as select Toronto Oktoberfest merchandise.

  • Certainly do!

    We’ve partnered with Hotel X Toronto to offer a 35% exclusive discount to Toronto Oktoberfest attendees.

    Stay in style and enjoy two-for-one tickets to the festival with a hotel room booking from October 6th to 9th, 2023.

    Click here to book your room.

    Proof of room booking will be required for the two-for-one offer. Email info@torontooktoberfest.ca for details.