Oktoberfest in the Gardens
Australia’s biggest and best Oktoberfest celebration returns to Sydney in 2024.
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The Domain Sydney
26 October 2024
Public transport recommended. Limited parking available
1pm - 9pm
Inspired by a love of the traditional Bavarian festival and great beer.
Oktoberfest in the Gardens Sydney features two massive beer halls, authentic German food stalls, roving performers, sideshow alley, silent disco and an eclectic mix of entertainment and competitions across multiple stages throughout the afternoon and evening.
Taste your way across Europe with a large selection of imported German beer, cider, wine and a range of other beverages.
Frequently asked questions
Australia’s biggest and best Oktoberfest celebration returns to Sydney, Newcastle, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide in 2024!
Inspired by a love of the traditional Bavarian festival and great beer, Oktoberfest in the Gardens features two massive beer halls, authentic German food stalls, roving performers, sideshow alley, silent disco and an eclectic mix of entertainment and competitions across multiple stages throughout the afternoon and evening.
Taste your way across Europe with a large selection of imported German beer, cider, wine and a range of other beverages. Last year’s event sold out, so make sure you get in quick!
The event takes place from 1pm to 9pm on Saturday 26 October. It is an 18+ event and up to 16,000 patrons are expected to attend.
For more event information please visit the Oktoberfest website.
The event will occupy the Phillip Precinct of the Domain from 21 October to 30 October 2024.
Yes, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney will be open as normal.
While Oktoberfest takes place in the Phillip Precinct of the Domain and this area will be fenced from 21 October to 30 October 2024, other parts of the Domain ie. The Crescent Precinct, Tarpeian Precinct and Yurong Precinct will remain open as normal.
We encourage patrons to use public transport to and from the event:
- Train: exit via St James, Martin Place or Circular Quay
- Ferry: walk to The Domain from Circular Quay
- Bus: for timetables, maps and trip planning visit www.transportnsw.info
Road Closures
There are no road closures required for this event. However, some delays may be experienced during peak ingress and egress times. Police may close roads for short period during peak egress if required. A vehicle drop off zone will be in place at the corner of Hospital Road and Art Gallery Road.
Footpath Closures
Phillip Path and Central Ave will be closed from 7am on 21 October until 6pm on 30 October 2024. Arbor Day Walk will be closed on event day only from midday on Saturday 26 October until midnight on Sunday 27 October 2024.
Parking restrictions / parking availability
Limited paid parking is available on site and at the Domain Car Park (operated by Wilson Parking).
Mobility Pass Holder access
A dedicated event drop off zone will be operational on Saturday 26 October located on Hospital Road near the corner of Art Gallery Road. Parking is available at Domain car park with lift access to the Crescent precinct which is adjacent to the event site.
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Sound checks will be carried out on Saturday 26 October between 11am and 1pm followed by event sound from 1pm to 9pm.
A dedicated Event Hotline phone number will be active during the sound check and the event: 02 9231 8330
While we inform immediate neighbours of events that may require traffic changes by email, we also provide event information on our website.
You can also sign up to e-newsletter or join our online community on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Visit our What’s On web page to see what other events are happening.
The Domain and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney havea range of venues for hire to suit a variety of different events. Learn more about venue hire at the Gardens.
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