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At the Saratoga Fall Festival, a large crowd gathers outdoors at a mountain celebration. People hold up drinks, some wear traditional Bavarian outfits, and autumn trees color the hillside in the background. Booths and tents line the event area.

Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain

Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain is an annual fall celebration in the northern Catskills featuring live entertainment, Bavarian-inspired food and local craft beverages, artisan vendors and family-friendly activities. Set against the Catskills during peak fall foliage season, the festival also offers scenic mountain views and rides on Hunter Mountain’s Scenic SkyRide.

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    How to Experience

    Spend the day exploring the festival grounds, listening to live music, shopping from local vendors and enjoying German-inspired food and craft beverages. Each weekend has its own theme and activities, with options including steinholding, keg rolling, costume contests and the Doxie Derby. Visitors can also purchase tickets for the Scenic SkyRide for panoramic views from the mountain.

    A large crowd gathers outdoors by tents and a climbing structure, with colorful autumn trees and a hill in the background. Many people are seated or walking, enjoying the lively atmosphere of Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain under the sunny sky.

    When is the Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain?

    September 26–27, October 3–5 and October 10–12, 2026

    Festival hours vary by day.

    Festival admission is free. Scenic SkyRide tickets and VIP packages are available for an additional cost.

    Take Amtrak to Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain

    Take Amtrak to Hudson Station, which is the closest Amtrak station to Hunter Mountain. From Hudson, continue to Hunter by rental car, taxi or rideshare. Hunter Mountain is located in the northern Catskills, about 35 miles west of Hudson. —Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! 

    Date
    Sep 26 2026 - Oct 12 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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