New this year - a Big Top! So come and join the party, with beer, bratwurst and all things Bavarian!
York’s very own Oktoberfest returns for a 6th year to the Clocktower Enclosure at York Racecourse this autumn - bigger, better and more atmospheric than ever, staged for the first time in a Big Blue Top!
Step into another world - a spectacular fully-themed Bavarian Beer Haus - for a unique and unforgettable party. Experience the super-charged vibe a Big Top brings to live music and outrageous entertainment!
Fill your stein with delicious beer from Brew York, grab a tasty bite from our German-inspired food stall and head to your table for a barrel-full of laughs with friends old and new.
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Yorktoberfest follows in the traditions of the first Oktoberfest staged in Munich in 1810 where the citizens were encouraged to eat, drink and be merry at the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and his princess bride. So much fun was had that an annual tradition was born…
Live oompah band!
Soak up the party atmosphere as the internationally-acclaimed Bavarian Strollers live oompah band take to the stage, filling the Big Top with thigh-slapping, foot-stomping, toe-tapping, belt-out, feel-good music, as well as the traditional drinking songs!
All together now... "To the left, to the right, forwards, backwards, stand up, sit down and DRINK!"
Live entertainment!
Adding to the fun and back by popular demand is the sensational drag artist Velma Celli, who will once again steal the show with her powerhouse vocals, razor sharp wit, outrageous humour and unforgettable stage presence. So dig out your costume and dancing shoes!
Plus we have further live entertainment to be announced soon!
Bavarian Bar & Dog Haus
Our rustic Bavarian Bar will keep you refreshed with a range of delicious beers from Brew York, as well as a choice of wines, prosecco, spirits and soft drinks, including zero beer.
The Dog Haus will be serving delicious bratwurst, currywurst and schnitzel as well as apple strudel and pretzels!
So get your legs into the Lederhosen or don a Dirndl - or any other fancy dress – there’s lots of fun to be had at Yorktoberfest!
Prost! - Cheers!
Zum Wohl! - To your health!
The beer necessities
WHEN:
Friday 16 October 2026, 7.00 - 11.00pm
Saturday 17 October 2026, 1.00 - 5.00pm
Saturday 17 October 2026, 7.00 - 11.00pm
Friday 23 October 2026, 7.00 - 11.00pm
Saturday 24 October 2026, 1.00 - 5.00pm
Saturday 24 October 2026, 7.00 - 11.00pm
Doors open 6.30pm and 12.30pm
WHERE: The Clocktower Enclosure, Knavesmire Rd, York, YO23 1EX
ADMISSION (18+):
Standard Individual Unreserved: £25
Standard Table of Six Reserved: £150
VIP Individual Reserved: £35
VIP Table of Six Reserved: £210
VIP tickets are closest to the main stage and enjoy at-table service for food and drinks.
All VIP customers will be able to book specific seats in their preferred location - yellow area on plan for tables of six and orange area for individual seats and these can be reserved.
Standard individual seats are unreserved and you will be seated in the pale blue zone on the plan; Standard tables of six can be reserved and will be located in the dark blue area on the plan.
