OB Oktoberfest Returns Bigger Than Ever Oct. 11-12
It' back!
The Ocean Beach Oktoberfest will return with its annual event Oct. 11-12 in Ocean Beach, where Newport meets the beach.
In its 22nd year, San Diego's Wildest Oktoberfest is going bigger and better than ever before with double the beachfront footprint, the addition of a new Electronica Stage showcasing an exciting lineup of DJs, two expanded VIP areas, and unbeatable drink specials. The returning Jägermeister Main Stage will feature top acts such as Mickey Avalon, Jakobs Castle, and Electric Waste Band and host the highly acclaimed Joey Chestnut x Jägermeister Guinness World Record.
"We're thrilled to be expanding our already nationally-recognized festival to offer new and exciting experiences to the San Diego community," said Scott Slaga, the event founder and San Diego local. "We've been so lucky to have locals and visitors alike come out year after year to support our event, and sponsors like Jägermeister who make the weekend so spectacular. We're confident the additions we've made this year will take OB Oktoberfest to the next level."
The two-day event will feature live music from local and nationally touring artists including Sandollar, Sunsquabi, High Tide Society, Band of Gringos, and more .
Partygoers can kick off the event in true OB Oktoberfest fashion with 2-FOR-1 BEERS on Friday from 4-6 p.m. and Saturday from 12-2 p.m., along with a Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest competition, the traditional stein holding contest, brat eating, pretzel toss and more. Attendees 21+ can enjoy traditional German brews, local beer, wine, spirits, and delicious local bites.
Proceeds from OB Oktoberfest will benefit the Ocean Beach Main Street Association (specifically the Friends of OB Program) The Peninsula Alliance and The Warrior Foundation Freedom Station .
The event raises over $50,000 per year for community partners and has raised $750,000 total to date.
General admission is $15 and available the day-of at the gate. Those interested in VIP tickets for $59 can be purchased ahead of time here, which include entrance, a custom one-liter "OB Oktoberfest" mug filled with two beers, access to two exclusive VIP areas, a sky bar experience, upgraded restrooms, and priority re-entry.
Live music, activities, and drinks will be flowing on Friday, 4 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. and Saturday, 12 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. For photos from previous years, as well as the full schedule and lineup, please.
