Dust off your lederhosen and raise your steins: OktOBERfest returns to Ober Mountain! Oktoberfest transforms the mountaintop into a Bavarian style celebration with festive décor, live entertainment, authentic food, and plenty of German beer.
Oktoberfest at Ober Mountain
September 25 through November 1, 2026
Ober Mountain’s Oktoberfest is back! Head up the mountain for live music, German food and beer, stein-holding contests, and all the Bavarian vibes. With fall views, festive fun, and plenty of pretzels, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season in Gatlinburg.
Oktoberfest at Ober Moutnain
Beers to Toast the Season
At Ober’s mountaintop Beer Garden, guests can sample five different German-style beers from Yee-Haw Brewing. From crisp pilsners to rich Märzens, every pour pairs perfectly with the festive atmosphere. Grab an oversized stein, join a stein-holding competition, and sip your way through the season.
Authentic Foods & Sweet Treats
With multiple dining spots across the park, tuck into chicken schnitzel, bratwursts, sausages, turkey legs, pierogies, schnitzel sandwiches, and giant pretzels with beer cheese. Save room for sweet treats with apple strudel, pumpkin fudge, German chocolate cake, and pumpkin spice hot chocolate. With so many options, you’ll want to come hungry.
Dining Options
Events and Live Music
Each weekend, special events add even more excitement, including stein-holding competitions for men, women, and children, live music, local craft markets, and demonstrations. Depending on when you visit, you may also catch storytellers bringing local legends to life or falconry experts showcasing their incredible birds of prey. There’s always something happening to keep the celebration lively and engaging.
More Fall Fun at Ober
The scenic chairlift provides unmatched views of the Smoky Mountains blanketed in fall color, giving you the perfect chance to take in the beauty of fall. The zipline lets you glide through the mountain air for an unforgettable experience and incredible views. Between the festival and these classic Ober attractions, there’s no shortage of things to see and do on the mountaintop.
Ober Mountain
Thrills on the Tennessee Flyer
For an extra dose of excitement, don’t miss the Tennessee Flyer mountain coaster. This ride twists and turns down the slopes of the mountain, blending fun with the brilliant backdrop of fall foliage. Whether you’re racing down the track or taking a more leisurely ride, it’s the perfect way to wrap up a day of festival fun.
With authentic food and beer, festive music, engaging events, and classic Ober attractions, OktOBERfest is one of Gatlinburg’s favorite fall traditions. Mark your calendar and make plans to celebrate other fall festival in the Smokies
