Breckenridge Oktoberfest

The Oktoberfest 5K returns this fall on Saturday, September 13th, offering an active start to a festive weekend. Lace up your running shoes and experience the changing aspens and beautiful scenery in this 5K trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails, finishing right in Blue River Plaza on Main Street in time to enjoy the Breckenridge Oktoberfest celebration. The race is open to 300 runners. The first 250 to register receive a sweet Oktoberfest 5K long-sleeve tech tee and all participants 21+ receive 1 Oktoberfest beer token. Registration is open until the race starts at 10:30am Saturday, September 13.

Race Date: Saturday, September 13
Race Start Time: 10:30am
Bib Pickup: 4:00pm – 6:00pm, Friday September 12 at the Breckenridge Recreation Center

Register Here

Please direct any additional questions about the race or route to the Breckenridge Rec Center at (970) 453-1734

The weather in September can change quickly in our high alpine environment! It can often be beautiful and sunny, but there have been years with rain as well. We advise everyone to bring a jacket and be prepared with layers just incase.

We are no longer be using beer tokens. You will need a wristband to enjoy beer, wine, and ciders at the event!

PICKUP:

Wristbands can be picked up at three locations within the event: The Riverwalk Center, and booths located at the North and South entrances of Main Street.

To activate your wristband with a credit card, you can tap the wristband to your phone, scan a QR code (which can be found around the event footprint), use a self-serve kiosk, or visit a transaction booth.

No. Beer tokens will not be accepted at Oktoberfest in 2025. Tokens from previous events will not be accepted for purchases. A credit card-activated wristband will be required for beer purchases.

To enjoy beer, wine, or cider at Oktoberfest, you will need a wristband, which shows proof of age & makes each purchase as easy as a tap of the wrist. Activate your wristband with a credit card, and each purchase of beer, wine, or cider will be charged individually to your card.

*you cannot use your wristbands to buy food, you will need your card or cash.*

All stein sales and pre-purchased stein pick-up is located at the Riverwalk Center, 150 West Adams Avenue.

Stein Pick up Times

• Friday: 12:30pm – 5:45pm
• Saturday: 9:00am – 5:45pm
• Sunday: 9:00am – 2:00pm

*You should have received a confirmation email if you pre-purchased a stein. Please check your junk or spam folder if you can’t find the email.*

Yes. Breckenridge Oktoberfest is free to attend. Food, music, and dancing create a lively party for attendees of all ages. Families looking for a less-crowded Oktoberfest experience can join the fun on Friday or Sunday.

No.  Due to the extensive food and beverage offerings, large crowds, and sometimes hot weather, we ask that you please leave your four-legged friends at home.

Service animals are excluded from this policy.

Yes, you can purchase a beer at the event without purchasing a stein. Drinks will be served in reusable r.cups.

Breckenridge Oktoberfest is an event free of single-use plastic bottles and cups. For the first time this year, alcoholic beverages at Oktoberfest will be served in reusable cups designed by r.Cups. Once a guest finishes their drink, these sturdy cups should be dropped in designated bins, from which they’ll be taken to be washed and reused in the future. The r.cups are a sustainable option that eliminates waste to landfill and has a smaller carbon footprint than recycling. To stay hydrated, visitors are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles and refill at water stations located throughout the event footprint. This year’s event also includes a small sustainability fee that will be charged upon receiving a wristband. This fee supports all of the efforts to make the event more sustainable.

What do I do with my beverage cup when I’m done with it? Once you finish drinking out of your R.Cup, just drop it in a designated bin, so it can be collected by the R.Cups staff for future use.

Help us reduce single use plastic

Effective July 1, 2024, the Town of Breckenridge introduced a new ordinance prohibiting the sale of single-use plastic water bottles less than one gallon within its jurisdiction. This landmark initiative aims to reduce plastic waste and promote environmental sustainability in our community. The ordinance comes as part of Breckenridge’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and to help the Town achieve its goal of 20% source reduction of municipal solid waste.

Vendor Sustainability

Food and drink vendors are required to participate in a compost program and all event operations are committed to recycling eligible materials.

Push for Public Transportation

Visitors and residents are encouraged to utilize public transportation to get around town throughout the event.