Four Peaks Oktoberfest at Tempe Town Lake

October 11, 2024 - October 13, 2024
Four Peaks Oktoberfest

Event Summary

Four Peaks Oktoberfest at Tempe Town Lake is one of Tempe’s signature annual events and is always a great time for the entire family.

Benefiting Tempe Sister Cities, Four Peaks Oktoberfest combines beer gardens, live music, a polka stage, German food vendors, wiener dog (Dachshund) races, carnival rides, kid’s activities and more. Arrive early to take in the sights and flavors of this traditional Bavarian-themed festival and stick around after sunset for the glowing lights and live music.

Plan Your Perfect Oktoberfest Weekend in Tempe

Festival Schedule & Event Highlights:

Friday, Oct. 11, from 5 p.m. to midnight (free admission for ages 20 and under)

  • Keg tapping, opening ceremony, crowning of king and queen, happy hour, carnival rides and games for all ages.
  • Music Lineup: Dirty Rhodes, OC & National Anthem, The instant Classics, The Chad Bailey Experience, Chauncey Jones, Jay Allan & The Uncommon Good and The Black Moods (headliner)

Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to midnight (free admission for ages 20 and under)

  • Frank Kush Foundation Runnin’ for the Brats (1 mile, 5K and 10K); brat eating contest; wiener dog (Dachshund) races; stand-up comedy; kinderfest, arts-crafts and games.
  • Music Lineup: Honeygirl, Green 182, Sliced Limes, Sara Robinson Band, Whiskey Quicker, Superhero, Walt Richardson, Farmer Wilson, Tony’s Polka Parade, Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns, Dayweather, Christopher Shayne Band, and Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers (headliner)

Sunday, Oct. 13, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (free admission all day)

  • Wiener dog (Dachshund) races; amateur stein-holding competition; happy hour; kinderfest, arts-crafts and games.
  • Music Lineup: Christie Huff, Ashbrook, Wyves, Southern Ways, Lacey Rashea Band, Rose Colored Eyes, The Bayou Bandits, and Rock Lobster

Where to Stay:

Downtown Tempe is the center of all the action — from Mill Avenue to Arizona State University and “A” Mountain to Tempe Town Lake. From suites to upscale retreats, here are our top hotels in Downtown Tempe for Oktoberfest weekend.

Where to Dine:

Nothing completes Oktoberfest weekend quite like a visit to one of Tempe’s famous breweries. From elevated pub grub and tall boys for takeaway to vibey patios and merch, these craft breweries in Tempe are a must during Oktoberfest weekend.

Additional Information & Inspiration:

Visit the event website to get your Oktoberfest tickets and check out the full schedule and details.

For more events in Tempe, visit our Tempe Events page.

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