Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain Starts this Weekend

HUNTER — Prost as Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain is just around the corner.  We’re excited to welcome guests to our free fall festival in the Catskills. Oktoberfest brings together crisp mountain air, stunning foliage, live entertainment and competitions, a Kidszone, and  local food and craft beverages for the perfect autumn escape. 

This year’s event will take place across three weekends:

September 27–28

October 4–5

October 11–12 

Guests can expect: 

Live music and entertainment each weekend 

Local food, craft beverages, and artisan vendors 

A family-friendly Kidszone with activities & entertainment 

Fan-favorite competitions including steinholding, root beer holding, keg rolling, and the Doxie Derby

Scenic SkyRides with sweeping views of peak foliage (2025/26  Epic Pass Holders ride for free and receive 20% off lodging with Epic Mountain Rewards) 

Want to elevate your experience? Purchase a VIP

Packages: 

Express access to the Scenic Skyride  

A limited-edition 2025 Oktoberfest T-Shirt (sizes first come, first served) 

A commemorative Oktoberfest Beer Mug with the first pour included 

Packages are available with or without Scenic Skyride tickets and are limited, so guests are encouraged to purchase early. We also recommend arriving on-site with enough time to pick up packages before enjoying the festival. Guests purchasing standalone Skyride tickets are encouraged to buy in advance and arrive early for their scenic ride. For more info, check out huntermtn.com. 

We hope to see you here at Oktoberfest in the Catskills!