Adventureland’s 12th annual Oktoberfest returns Saturday, September 19, as a one-day, adults-only event combining operating rides with live music, food, games and beer service. Admission is restricted to guests 21 and older, and the park is currently advertising event tickets for $39.99.

The official event schedule makes clear that the ticket is valid for Oktoberfest only, rather than another operating day. The operator lists more than a dozen planned rides, including Monster, Outlaw, Phoenix, Flying Viking, Underground, Giant Sky Wheel and Space Shot, while noting that attraction availability can change.

Main-stage programming starts with the Pork Tornadoes from noon to 2 p.m., followed by Elton & Billy — The Tribute! from 3 to 5 p.m. Mini Kiss is scheduled to close the stage program from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Polka Police, the Schnitzel Brothers Bier Band, several regional bands, comedy, magic, a DJ and wrestling performances are also spread across venues in the park.

Visitors should treat the age rule and entry requirements as firm. Adventureland’s 2026 security policy requires all guests to pass through weapons detection. During the fall season, each guest may bring one bag no larger than 8 by 5 by 2 inches. Alcohol may be purchased only by guests who present valid, current photo identification, and outside alcohol cannot be brought onto or removed from park property.

The park is also cashless. Adventureland’s payment guidance says food stands, shops, midway games and admissions locations accept credit, debit and prepaid cards; Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted. Guests carrying cash can convert $1 to $500 to a prepaid card without a loading fee at kiosks near the front gate, Guest Services, the Lighthouse and Kokomo store.

Ticket buyers should confirm the live purchase price and availability before traveling, since offers can change. Current park messaging says 2027 season passes include the remainder of the 2026 season, including Oktoberfest and Phantom Fall Fest, but buyers should compare the pass terms with the single-event ticket if this is their only planned visit.

For day-of planning, visitors can check Iowa park wait times before and during the event. Additional updates from Adventureland and other Iowa attractions are collected on TAQ’s Iowa Theme Parks page.