11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Willkommen zum Oktoberfest in Zoombezi Bay!
Get ready for a fantastic time on September 7 and 8 as we slide into fall with a splash of fun and cheer! Dive into the world of German music, enjoy pumpkin and fall-flavored beers on tap courtesy of local breweries, and savor Bavarian-style food. There's plenty for the whole family to enjoy – from exciting waterslides to heartwarming fun.
Let's kick off fall with a "splash" of excitement! Prost to good times and a wunderbar experience at our Oktoberfest!
- $24.99 per ticket for all ages (which includes a $1 donation to wildlife conservation)
- Season Pass holders and Columbus Zoo Gold members get in for free and can bring up to two friends for $19.99 each!
- Enjoy German-inspired bites and beers
- Listen to live German-inspired music
- Enjoy select slides and attractions
- Guests can upgrade their visit and reserve 21+ Premium Loungers for the day!
- Four VIP Cabana Packages available!
- Use of a private cabana
- Six admission tickets
- An all-inclusive food menu at your cabana
- Two drink tickets per person
- 1 souvenir stein per person
- Cost: $650
Open Attractions for Oktoberfest
- Wave Pool
- Croctail Creek
- Cyclone
- Sound Surfer
- Baboon Lagoon
- Other Select Attractions
Know Before You Go
- Parking is $10.
- This is an event for Zoombezi Bay only. Columbus Zoo admission is not included in this ticket.
- Otter Banks and the Action River will not be open for Oktoberfest.
- Food and beverage options are available at an additional cost.
- Anyone purchasing or consuming alcohol must be 21 years and older and present a valid ID.
- Bring-a-friend tickets can be purchased at the gate.