The annual Beerfest will be celebrating its 10th year at the Maryland Zoo.

Tickets are now on sale for one of the most popular Octoberfest events in Maryland! The Maryland Zoo’s annual “Oktobearfest” will take place on October 22–23, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Attendees can sample beer, eat, drink and enjoy a variety of live entertainment.

All of the money raised during the event will go towards supporting the zoo and its essential conservation programs. The Maryland Zoo was recently named one of the top zoos in the country for its superior social media channels and customer satisfaction.

Oktobearfest will be held in the zoo’s waterfowl pavilion area and include live music and a variety of arts and crafts vendors. Guests can sample beers, ciders, and seltzers from more than 50 different breweries, including local favorites like Flying Dog, Charm City Meadworks, Brewer’s Art, and more. Pair your favorite fall brew with Octoberfest fare from one of the many food vendors on site.

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Tickets for Oktobearfest start at $45 now with early bird, VIP, and designated driver options now available. Now through August 31, purchase your early bird sampling ticket and you'll receive unlimited beer sampling, a commemorative cup, access to live music, food, and vendors plus all-day admission to the zoo. The VIP ticket priced at $75 gets you everything in the sampler ticket plus early entry for one hour ahead of the crowd and a VIP sampling cup.

A designated driver ticket is available for $30 and children aged two and over can get in for $30 as well. Ticket prices will increase ahead of the event with a high probability of selling out, so grab your tickets while you can.