Oktoberfest 2026

Gorton Center Oktoberfest 2026

When the sun goes down, the tent transforms into Gorton Center’s signature Oktoberfest celebration for adults 21 and over.

Main Event Tickets — $75 per person (Special: $250.00 for a pack of 4 tickets)

Your ticket includes:

Food throughout the evening
Beer and beverages
Live entertainment
Access to Oktoberfest games and festivities, including Hammerschlagen

Guests attending the 21+ Main Event will receive a different colored wristband at check-in, identifying access to food and beverage service within the Oktoberfest tent.

What is Hammerschlagen?

A classic Oktoberfest tradition, Hammerschlagen is a fun and competitive game where players take turns trying to hammer a nail into a wooden stump using the narrow end of the hammer. It’s easy to learn, exciting to watch, and always a crowd favorite. Hammerschlagen will be at the main event only.

Come for the food, stay for the music, challenge your friends at Hammerschlagen, and celebrate Oktoberfest with the Gorton community.

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Interested in sponsoring or underwriting opportunities? This is more than just great visibility – it’s a meaningful way to support the arts and connect with an engaged, local audience. Contact Ann Kiesling to learn more.

By purchasing a ticket and attending Oktoberfest, you acknowledge and accept the risks associated with participation in Gorton Center programs and release Gorton, the City of Lake Forest, and related parties from all claims.