The Fall season in Big Bear Lake is without a doubt absolutely gorgeous.  The air gets just a bit crisper, leaves begin to change color, and the cool evening breezes usher in the enchantment of a German celebration like no other.  Oktoberfest in Big Bear combines the mountain’s charm with authentic German traditions, live entertainment direct from Germany, and the very same beers and food served at the celebrations of Germany.   

This year’s festival features three bands direct from Germany, more Oktoberfest biers, and new faire foods!  If this is your first time attending Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, you are certain to make some new memories while you take in the sights and sounds of Big Bear’s most revered event.

Entertainment Schedule:

Weekend #1:

America’s Heroes Weekend?(Free admission for Past and Present Military, Law Enforcement & Fire Fighters)
 
Saturday, September 7:

Main Stage: (Indoors)
1:30 p.m. – “The Ladyhosen Band”
6:00 p.m. – “Die Sauerkrauts”

High Altitude Bier Garten: (Outside)
6:30 p.m. – Winslow Band
 
Sunday, September 8:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Die Sauerkrauts

Weekend #2:

Saturday, September 14:

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. The Ladyhosen Band
6:30 p.m. Die Sauerkrauts

High Altitude Bier Garten:
6:30 p.m. – Southern Spirit
 
Sunday, September 15 (Noon – 6:00 p.m.):

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m.– Die Sauerkrauts

High Altitude Bier Garten:
1:00 p.m. – Southern Spirit

Weekend #3:

Saturday, September 21:

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. – Die Aalbachtaler, direct from Germany
6:00 p.m. – Oktoberfest Queen-Stein Carrying Contest-Preliminary

High Altitude Bier Garten:
6:30 p.m. – Sunglasses At Night
 
Sunday, September 22:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m. – Die Aalbachtaler, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
1:00 p.m. – Sunglasses At Night

Weekend #4:

Saturday, September 28:

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. – Die Aalbachtler, direct from Germany
6:00 p.m. – Oktoberfest Queen-Stein Carrying Contest-Semi Finals

High Altitude Bier Garten:
2:00 p.m.- The Terry McRaven Banb
6:30 p.m. – B.OK
 
Sunday, September 29:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m.– Die Aalbachtler, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – American Made

Weekend #5:

Friday, October 4:

Main Stage:
5:30 p.m. – Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
6:00 p.m. – Winslow Band

Saturday, October 5:

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. – Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany
6:00 p.m. – Oktoberfest Queen-Stein Carrying Contest- FINALS

High Altitude Bier Garten:
2:00 p.m.- Better Than Band
6:30 p.m. – Sean Wiggins & Lone Goat
 
Sunday, October 6:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m.– Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany

Weekend #6:

Friday, October 11:

Main Stage:
5:30 p.m. – Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany

Saturday, October 12:

Main Stage:
1:300 p.m. – Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
2:00 p.m. – Southern Spirit
6:30 p.m. – Doo Wah Riders

Sunday, October 13:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m. – Frankenrebellen Express, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
1:00 p.m. – Southern Spirit
 
Weekend #7:

Friday, October 18:

Main Stage:
5:30 p.m. – Mat’s Infinity, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garden:
6:00 p.m. – Southbound

Saturday, October 19:

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. Mat’s Infinity, direct from Germany

High Altitude Bier Garten:
2:00 p.m. – Southern Sprint
6:30 p.m. – Doo Wah Riders
 
Sunday, October 20:

Main Stage:
12:30 – Mat’s Infinity, direct from German

Weekend #8:

Friday, October 25:

5:30 p.m. – Mat’s Infinity, direct from Germany

Saturday, October 26:

GERMAN SPOOKTACULAR CELEBRATION

Main Stage:
1:30 p.m. Mat’s Infinity, direct from Germany
9:30 p.m. – Adult Halloween Costume Contest

High Altitude Bier Garten:
6:30 p.m – Better Than Bad

Sunday, October 27:

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m. – Mat’s Infinity, direct from Germany
3:00 p.m. – Children’s Halloween Costume Contest

Weekend #9:

Saturday, November 2:

Oktoberfest Encore

Main Stage:
12:30 p.m. – The Ladyhosen Band
6:00 p.m. – 2024 Log Sawing and Steinholding Championships!
7:00 p.m. – Die Sauerkrauts

High Altitude Bier Garten:
`6:00 p.m. – Sunglasses At Night

Fest Date: September 7 - November 2, 2024

Hours:
Saturdays 1:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Fridays 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (October only)

Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center - 42900 Big Bear Boulevard Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

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