Grab your stein and dust off your lederhosen—Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas is once again bringing the spirit of Munich to Las Vegas as it celebrates its 22nd annual Oktoberfest, running Friday, Sept. 11 through Saturday, Oct. 31. The celebration transforms the authentic Bavarian beer hall into one of the city’s liveliest fall destinations, complete with celebrity keg tappings, imported Oktoberfestbier, traditional German fare, live music, contests and festive entertainment every day.
The festivities officially begin on Friday, Sept. 11, when Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom taps the ceremonial first keg to kick off the season. Throughout Oktoberfest, a lineup of Las Vegas entertainers, athletes, media personalities and community leaders will continue the tradition of tapping the first keg each Friday and Saturday evening, keeping the celebration alive all season long.
This year’s celebrity keg tapper lineup includes:
- Friday, Sept. 11: Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom
- Saturday, Sept. 12: Legendary mixed martial artist and former two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir
- Friday, Sept. 18: Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley
- Saturday, Sept. 19: Singer, songwriter, producer, musician, actor and entrepreneur Debbie Gibson
- Friday, Sept. 25 World-famous male revue show Chippendales from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
- Saturday, Sept. 26: The ladies from FANTASY, the sexy production at Luxor Hotel & Casino
- Friday, Oct. 2: Sunny 106.5 FM morning show co-hosts Joanna and Sean
- Saturday, Oct. 3: Las Vegas’ only currently headlining female magician and Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino headliner Jen Kramer
- Friday, Oct. 9: Las Vegas headliners and celebrity magician couple Murray and Dani SawChuck
- Saturday, Oct. 10: “Pawn Stars” star Rick Harrison
- Friday, Oct. 16: Award-winning magician David Goldrake
- Saturday, Oct. 17: Professional BMX athlete and television personality Ricardo Laguna
- Friday, Oct. 23: German stand-up comedian and social media sensation Mario Adrion, who is headlining at The Palazzo Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Saturday, Oct. 24
- Saturday, Oct. 24: Award-winning magic and mentalism duo The Conjurors
- Friday, Oct. 30: Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion figure skating legend Oksana Baiul
- Saturday, Oct. 31: A special Halloween keg tapping with the cast of Sexxy The Show, now performing at Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce
Beyond the celebrity appearances, guests can enjoy Oktoberfest traditions every day with live performances from The Biermeister Band, nightly sing-alongs, dancing, games and stein-holding competitions. The band performs Sunday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 6 to 11 p.m., while MC Johann performs Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
No Oktoberfest celebration would be complete without Oktoberfestbier, and Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas remains the only place in Las Vegas serving the exact same Oktoberfestbier poured at the legendary Hofbräuhaus in Munich. Brewed exclusively for the festival, the rich, full-bodied lager boasts 6.3% ABV and is imported directly from Germany. During Oktoberfest, Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas pours more than 22,500 liters of the seasonal favorite.
Guests can pair every stein with rotating daily Oktoberfest specialties throughout the festival, including:
- Monday: Biergulasch – Tender beef braised in goulash spices and Hofbräu dark beer
- Tuesday: Münchner Spezialitätenplatte – Mini Weisswurst, beer-marinated pork sausage, Debreziner, and over roasted pork, served with Bavarian cabbage, potato cucumber salad and a freshly baked pretzel
- Wednesday: Jäger-Hackbraten – Traditional German meatloaf topped with mushroom gravy, served with root vegetables, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce
- Thursday: HB Räucherplatte – Assorted smoked Bavarian meats and sausages
- Friday: HB Oktoberfest Roulade (braised beef roll with bacon, onions and pickles) and Schweinshaxe (crispy pork shank)
- Saturday: Schweinshaxe (crispy pork shank)
- Sunday: Oktoberfest Schmankerl Tower featuring an assortment of Bavarian meats and poultry specialties
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout Oktoberfest, guests can also enjoy the restaurant’s hearty homemade Gulaschsuppe (goulash soup).
Guests looking to elevate their Oktoberfest experience can reserve a VIP Experience Package, offering premium seating inside the main beer hall. Packages are available for individuals or groups of up to 10 guests, with the purchase price applied toward food and beverages. For additional information or reservations, visit HofbräuhausLasVegas.com.
Oktoberfest runs from Friday, Sept. 11 through Saturday, Oct. 31, and reservations are strongly encouraged. Reservations at Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas can be made by calling 702.853.BEER (2337) or visiting HofbrauhausLasVegas.
ABOUT HOFBRÄUHAUS LAS VEGAS
The Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas is the first German/Bavarian beer hall and restaurant in Las Vegas which creates a true Bavarian beer hall experience that is even more than a dining adventure. No ordinary restaurant, Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas is an energetic party daily, with boisterous sing-alongs, dancing in the aisles and on the benches, and premium Hofbräu beer. From its hand-painted ceilings to its imported beer and delicious food, Bavarian hospitality abounds. Guests can savor schnitzel, sausages, sauerbraten, pretzels and so much more.
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