WHAT IF IT RAINS?
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This is a rain or shine event so please dress accordingly!
FAQ’S
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) regarding Oktoberfest Portland Maine, held at Thompsons Point..
WHAT IS OKTOBERFEST PORTLAND?
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Oktoberfest Portland is a ONE day celebration of local food, LIVE oompah bands, carnival games, costume contests, stein lifting, and of course beer...40+ brewers and 100+ beers BEER!!! Our event is the ultimate beer carnival!
WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT OKTOBERFEST?
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Food — We will have some killer local food available on site including locally made sausage & brats to Bavarian pretzels & pizza, and much more!
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Games & Contests — You will have the opportunity to compete in many different games and contests for FREE. Awesome prizes will be awarded to game winners and the champions of each competition will have their name engraved onto a trophy for all to see and envy!
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Live Music — Learn the authentic chicken dance and enjoy some traditional Bavarian tunes. Last hour we crank it up put a Bavarian spin on some old classics!
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Beer — With your tasting glass you will have the opportunity to choose from over 100 beers being poured by over 40 different breweries.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN VIP TICKETS?
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Special beers to be announce shortly
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Private rest rooms
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Snack food & waters
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VIP lounge with chairs
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST & WHAT DOES THAT INCLUDE?
Ticket price for the event is $42.99 plus fees.
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Entry to the event
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Official tasting glass
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Unlimited 4oz pours
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All games, competitions, and contests throughout the event. Chance to win awesome prizes!!
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Live music from one of the best bands around!
IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT?
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YES, this is a 21+ event only. No baby's or anyone under age, even if they are DD.
CAN I BRING MY DOG?
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Sorry, humans are the only animals allowed at this event.
WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?
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No entrance for anyone showing signs of intoxication – NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Tickets will not be refunded if refused entry to the event.
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All bags & backpacks are subject to search.
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No outside beverages or food permitted.
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No re-entry if you leave the festival grounds.
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No weapons!
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Unlike a traditional Oktoberfest we are not serving mass quantities of alcohol. This is a Bavarian festival to celebrate games, food, music, costumes, beer, and to have fun…not to get out of control!
WHERE DOES OKTOBERFEST TAKE PLACE?
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Oktoberfest Portland will be located at Thompson's Point on the shores of Portland Maine. One night only Saturday September 7th.
WHAT DO I WEAR?
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Men typically wear Lederhosen and an Alpine hat. Women typically wear a Dirndl dress or a Beer Maid costume.
These are available at online retailers (Party City is cheap) and at many Halloween or costume stores in your area. Really it doesnt matter if your wear a dinosaur costume...its more fun to dress up! Costume contests each night on the main stage!!!!
WHAT ABOUT DD TICKETS?
Designated driver tickets will be available at the gate for $20 (cash only). Even if the event sells out we will always have DD tickets.