Oktoberfest 2026

Oktoberfest 2026

Local Brews. Local Businesses. Local Pride.

NEW LOCATION — MOONEY GROVE PARK!

Join us on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Mooney Grove Park for the Central Valley's favorite fall tradition! Presented by the Visalia Chamber of Commerce and proudly sponsored by Budweiser, Oktoberfest celebrates the very best of our region's food, beverages, entertainment, and community spirit.

Rooted in Bavarian tradition and celebrated around the world, Oktoberfest has become one of Visalia's most anticipated annual events. For more than a decade, we've brought this festive experience to our community, creating an unforgettable evening filled with great food, local brews, live music, and lasting memories.

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The Valley's Favorite Fall Tradition

Every fall, we bring the community together for one unforgettable night. Whether you're here for the food, drinks, music, or the memories, Oktoberfest is the perfect way to kick off the season.

Your Ticket Includes:

🍺 Unlimited samples from 40+ of the Valley's best food, beer, wine, and specialty cocktail vendors

🎵 Live music and entertainment on the Budweiser Stage

🤝 A lively atmosphere filled with friends, neighbors, local businesses, and community pride

Event Schedule

VIP Admission: 5:00 PM

General Admission: 5:30 PM

Event Ends: 9:00 PM

21 & Over Event

Ticket Information

• Tickets will be scanned at the gate.

• Printed or digital tickets are accepted.

• Tickets will be delivered via email through Humanitix.

Event Policies & Information

Admission

• 21 years of age and older only.

• Valid photo ID required for entry.

Food & Beverage

• Unlimited samples of food, beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.

• Non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.

• No outside food or beverages permitted.

Bags & Security

• Clear bags are permitted with no size restrictions.

• Small clutches measuring 8" x 5" or smaller are allowed.

• All other bags—including backpacks, lunch bags, grocery bags, tote bags, camera bags, duffle bags, and drawstring bags—are prohibited.

• All bags are subject to search.

• Yard Blankets Permitted:
  One personal yard blanket per guest is permitted in designated seating areas. Blankets may not obstruct walkways, entrances, exits, or other guests. No chairs, tables, tents, or canopies are permitted.

• Prohibited Items: Weapons, knives, illegal substances, marijuana (including vaping), and ALL other items deemed unsafe by event staff or security are strictly prohibited.

Additional Event Information

• Designated smoking area available.

• No re-entry. Once you leave the event, re-entry will not be permitted.

• Rideshare and public transportation are encouraged.

• Parking & Vehicle Liability:🚗 Oktoberfest Parking Information

  Parking is available at and around Mooney Grove Park. Please follow all parking signs and directions from our parking attendants.

  • NO PARKING along the outside fence of Avenue 272. Please do not park on the roadway or along the outside perimeter fence.

  • Parking is available across the street on the north side of Avenue 272.

  • Parking is also available inside the Avenue 272 park entrance. Once you enter the park, parking attendants will be stationed on the west side of the entrance to direct you to available parking areas.

  • Overflow Parking: If the designated parking areas fill up, you may park throughout the park except on the baseball fields. Please follow posted signs and parking attendant directions.

  🚗 Rideshare & Safe Ride Options

  Planning to enjoy a few drinks? Please plan ahead and make arrangements for a safe ride home.

  Rideshare services are encouraged, and Visalia Connect and Ride Tulare County will be on-site with vehicles available to provide attendees with a safe ride home when Oktoberfest ends.

  Please do not drink and drive. Take advantage of the safe transportation options available and make sure you have a plan to get home safely.

  ⚠️ Leaving Your Vehicle Overnight

  Mooney Grove Park will close at 10:00 PM, and all park gates will be locked.

  If you choose to leave your vehicle overnight, you may do so at your own discretion and retrieve it the following morning when the park reopens. Please make sure your vehicle is legally parked and does not block any gates, roadways, or designated areas.

  Your safety is our priority. Enjoy Oktoberfest responsibly and plan for a safe ride home!

*Parking is at your own risk. The Visalia Chamber of Commerce is not responsible for any theft of or damage to vehicles or their contents, whether parked inside or outside the gates of Mooney Grove Park.

Guest Conduct

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees, disruptive behavior, including fighting, aggressive conduct, or failure to follow event policies, may result in immediate removal from the event at the discretion of event security.

Refund Policy

All Visalia Chamber of Commerce event tickets are non-refundable unless otherwise approved by the Executive Board. Tickets are transferable.

For additional event details and updates, visit:
www.visaliachamber.org/oktoberfest