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Biergartens + VIP

3 BIERGARTENS | 3 DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES | 1 VIP PROGRAM

Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest in style! Enjoy unlimited access to three lively biergartens featuring German traditions, live entertainment, games, dancing, and festive food and drinks.

Experience the authentic spirit of Munich at the Hofbräuhaus Biergarten — where world-class German beer, Bavarian flavors, live music, and Oktoberfest traditions come together for an unforgettable celebration.

  • Fill up your stein, grab a savory German snack and enter our Oktoberfest competitions while busting out your best chicken dance to a variety of live performances on the main stage
  • Featuring everything from traditional Bavarian and German music, rock bands, pop cover bands and more!
  • Take home the Oktoberfest Gold Medal in each event!

Stage Lineup

  Friday, Oct 2

  Saturday, Oct 3

  Sunday, Oct 4

  Full Lineup

Hofbräuhaus VIP

Skip the lines and travel through the Hofbräuhaus Biergarten at the La Mesa Oktoberfest like a King or Queen!

  • Upgrade your Oktoberfest experience with one of our Hofbräuhaus Biergarten VIP Passes!
  • Feel like a true German king or queen with exclusive VIP add-ons including everything from:
    • Front of the line privileges,
    • A stein,
    • A chicken hat or flower crown,
    • Complimentary biers and more!
  • Of course, German royalty comes in all ages—be sure to check out our Unter 21 VIP Passes starting at just $10 for our kinder VIPs!

Raise Your Stein, Skip the Line: Go VIP!

COME FOR FREE OR GO VIP!

$49

  • Two (2) 16oz biers
  • A 53rd Anniversary Commemorative Stein
  • An Oktoberfest flower crown or alpine hat
  • $70 value!
  • Biergarten Pass with access to all 3 biergartens
  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten:
  • Dedicated VIP Entrance
  • Dedicated VIP Bar
  • Additional Restrooms Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges

$45

  • Two (2) 16oz biers
  • A 53rd Anniversary Commemorative Stein
  • An Oktoberfest Chicken Hat
  • Biergarten Pass with access to all 3 biergartens
  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten:
  • Dedicated VIP Entrance
  • Dedicated VIP Bar
  • Additional Restrooms Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges

$35

  • Two (2) 16oz biers
  • Biergarten Pass with access to all 3 biergartens
  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten:
  • Dedicated VIP Entrance
  • Dedicated VIP Bar
  • Additional Restrooms Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges
  • A 53rd Anniversary Commemorative Stein
  • An Oktoberfest flower crown or alpine hat

$15

  • Biergarten Pass with access to all 3 biergartens
  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten:
  • Dedicated VIP Entrance
  • Dedicated VIP Bar
  • Additional Restrooms Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges
  • Two (2) 16oz biers
  • A 53rd Anniversary Commemorative Stein
  • An Oktoberfest Chicken Hat, Alpine Hat or Flower Crown

Unter 21

UNTER 21 VIP PASS

$25

  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten
  • VIP Entrance
  • Additional Restrooms
  • Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges
  • (2) Root Beers or Water
  • A Flower Crown

UNTER 21 VIP PASS

$20

  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten
  • VIP Entrance
  • Additional Restrooms
  • Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges
  • (2) Root Beers or Water
  • A Chicken Hat

UNTER 21 VIP PASS

$10

  • Hofbräuhaus Biergarten
  • VIP Entrance
  • Additional Restrooms
  • Available for VIP only
  • Front of the line entrance privileges
  • (2) Root Beers or Water
  • An Oktoberfest Chicken Hat, Alpine Hat or Flower Crown

Hop Haus on Palm is a lively, family-friendly biergarten at La Mesa Oktoberfest where guests can enjoy German-inspired food, cold beer, live entertainment, and classic Oktoberfest games. Located on Palm Avenue, it features activities like stein-holding contests, brat tosses, pretzel-eating competitions, musical chairs, and chicken dances throughout the day.

  • The beloved La Mesa Oktoberfest welcomes Bavarians of all ages to the Hop Haus on Palm!
  • Just like the traditional German halls of Munich, Hop Haus on Palm can get packed from all the “Prost” (Cheers)!
  • Keep your steins full with flowing pints that will have you ready to play Oktoberfest-inspired games and polka to live German music throughout the day!
  • Limited seating available day of, be the first to arrive!
  • Friday Night DJ Dance Party starting at 8pm
  • Saturday Night Karaoke with DJ starting at 7pm

Stage Lineup

  Friday, Oct 2

  Saturday, Oct 3

  Sunday, Oct 4

  Full Lineup

Experience Oktoberfest with a laid-back California twist at the Craft Bier & Seltzer Garten. This vibrant outdoor biergarten combines German-inspired festivities with a relaxed SoCal atmosphere, featuring a wide selection of craft beers, refreshing hard seltzers, and local favorites.

  • Prost to California! Enjoy craft brews, hard seltzers, and refreshing beverages all weekend long.
  • Vibe to local San Diego DJs while relaxing in this unique California-inspired biergarten.
  • Challenge friends to Oktoberfest-inspired free play games throughout the day.
  • A perfect place to recharge between shopping, entertainment, and festival fun.
  • Limited seating available. Arrive early to grab a table!
  • Open daily throughout La Mesa Oktoberfest.

Stage Lineup

  Friday, Oct 2

  Saturday, Oct 3

  Sunday, Oct 4

  Full Lineup

Stroller Policy:

To help ensure a safe and comfortable experience during peak attendance periods, strollers will not be permitted inside the Hobrauhaus Biergraten and Craft Bier & Seltzer Garten after 5PM.

Complimentary stroller parking will be available near these beverage garden entrances for guest convenience. Please note that stroller parking is unattended, and guests assume responsibility for any items left behind.

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