Authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest with traditional music, food, and beer, hosted by the Bavarian Guild at the National Western Center.
The Denver Wiesn returns to the National Western Center this October, bringing a Bavarian Oktoberfest to the city. It's hosted by the Bavarian Guild in partnership with the National Western Center, and they're running it over two separate weekends: October 16-18 and October 22-25, from 1 PM to 9 PM every day. You'll find it at the Main Campus Plaza, 5185 National Western Drive.
The organizers bill it as Denver's only authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest, where the traditional Munich spirit meets high-altitude Colorado fun. They describe it as bringing the energy of Munich's legendary festival to the Rocky Mountains, and they encourage guests to turn up in dirndls and lederhosen. Inside the tents, there's family-friendly entertainment, artisan vendors, and local and imported German cuisine and beer. If you're looking for something a bit more elevated, there are exclusive VIP table opportunities available. For those who like a souvenir, 2026 limited edition steins are available for online purchase.
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It's free to the public, so you can drop in for a few hours or spend a whole afternoon there. Parking at the National Western Center is $15. With the festival split across two weekends, you've got plenty of dates to choose from—October 16, 17, and 18, then October 22, 23, 24, and 25—all from 1 PM to 9 PM.
