Doing Denver Oktoberfest 2026? Add a Beer Soak Before or After

Denver knows a thing or two about beer, so it’s no wonder that our city is host to one of the biggest Oktoberfests in the nation. It started as a neighborhood gathering in 1969 and has grown into a two-weekend downtown tradition that draws upwards of 350,000 festival-goers every September. Today, the event takes place on Larimer Street, where visitors can expect steins of ice-cold brews, brats, live entertainment, and plenty of Colorado craft beer. 

Still, your Denver Oktoberfest weekend doesn’t have to begin and end at the festival gates. Escape the crowds and enjoy a more relaxed Oktoberfest weekend by adding an herbal beer-infused bath to your itinerary. Learn what to expect from Oktoberfest 2026 and how to add a beer-infused bath to your list of weekend must-haves. 

When Is Denver Oktoberfest 2026?

Break out the lederhosen: Denver Oktoberfest 2026 is taking over Larimer Street for two weekends this September. The 56th Annual Denver Oktoberfest runs September 18–20 and September 25–27, 2026, along Larimer Street between 20th and 22nd Streets in Denver's Ballpark District.

It's a fitting celebration for a city with a seriously impressive beer scene. Expect Colorado craft beer alongside the Bavarian-inspired festivities. General admission is free, so you can wander in and enjoy live entertainment, brats, and stein-hoisting competitions. However, you can upgrade to VIP tickets for perks like unlimited wine, two Jägermeister shots, unlimited food, VIP bathrooms, and more.

Denver Oktoberfest hours

You've got plenty of time to raise a stein. The current Denver Oktoberfest 2026 festival hours are:

• Fridays: 3 pm–midnight
• Saturdays: 11 am–midnight
• Sundays: 11 am–6 pm

If crowds aren't your thing, consider arriving closer to opening time. You'll have more of the day ahead of you—and plenty of time to fit another Denver adventure into your Denver Oktoberfest weekend. Just keep in mind that event hours and activity times can change, so check the official schedule before heading to Larimer Street.

What to Do Before or After Denver Oktoberfest

At Oakwell Beer Spa, you can soak in a warm tub infused with hops, barley, and other herbs. Beyond the beer bath benefits, there's something wonderfully on-theme about pairing one of Denver's biggest beer celebrations with 90 minutes of uninterrupted relaxation.

Chill Before the Festival

Prefer to arrive on Larimer Street relaxed instead of overstimulated? Start your Denver Oktoberfest weekend at Oakwell.

Book a late-morning or early-afternoon Oakwell experience to enjoy the infrared sauna, beer-infused herbal soak, and plenty of quiet time before you head downtown. You can even sip a beverage in your suite, including beer or wine if you're 21 or older.

A Saturday itinerary could look something like this:

• Late morning: Arrive at Oakwell and settle into your private suite.
• Early afternoon: Finish your spa session, get dressed, and grab some lunch.
• Mid-afternoon: Head downtown for steins, live entertainment, and Oktoberfest fun on Larimer Street.
• Evening: Wrap up the day with dinner nearby—or keep celebrating if you're still going strong.

Reset After A Day of Oktoberfest Fun

If the idea of soaking after a day at Oktoberfest sounds more your speed, flip your schedule. 

Head to Oktoberfest around opening time to enjoy the festivities before the later crowds roll in. After a few hours of walking Larimer Street, standing in lines, and hoisting steins, trade the festival buzz for a warm soak and a zero-gravity massage at Oakwell—but only if you’re hydrated, sober, and feel well. 

If you feel intoxicated, dehydrated, nauseous, or generally rough after the festival, skip the sauna and soak for today. Oakwell’s bath is kept around 97–100°F, and heat exposure isn’t a good idea when you feel less than your best. Instead, drink water, rest, and make Oakwell your next-morning plan once you’re feeling back to normal. 

What to Expect at Oakwell During Denver Oktoberfest Weekend

Love beer but don't love being shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of other beer lovers? You can still get into the Oktoberfest spirit without spending your entire weekend on Larimer Street. 

Oakwell takes a much calmer approach to beer-themed fun. You can soak in a private suite, sip Colorado craft beer, and actually hear the people you're hanging out with. Oakwell's spa packages combine a private spa experience with beer-inspired touches that are perfect for Oktoberfest. 

But this isn’t your run-of-the-mill day spa. At Oakwell, you can expect: 

• Your own private suite: You'll have a private room where you can sauna, soak, shower, sip, and relax at your own pace.
• A warm beer-infused bath: Your beer bath is kept at a cozy 99–100°F and uses a non-alcoholic herbal infusion inspired by brewing ingredients. 
• Infrared sauna and rain shower: Warm up in the sauna, sink into your bath, and rinse off under the rain shower whenever you feel like it.
• Zero-gravity massage chairs: Give your feet a well-earned break with a zero-gravity massage session before or after enjoying your private suite. These massages are an add-on experience that you can either select during booking or on a first-come, first-served basis once you’re at Oakwell. If you want everything included, book the Oakwell Escape package to enjoy a true done-for-you day.
• Colorado craft drinks: Keep the Oktoberfest spirit going with Colorado craft beer, wine, cider, and non-alcoholic options from Oakwell's taproom.

Arriving about 30 minutes early gives you time to check in and settle in before your 90-minute reservation.

But don't count on grabbing a last-minute spot during Denver Oktoberfest weekend. With thousands of people heading downtown for the festival, booking your preferred date and time in advance is a good idea.

If you plan to relax as a group, Oakwell’s Garage Party package connects two private spa suites so you can sip and celebrate together. Our Denver location can accommodate up to four people and our Highlands Ranch location up to six. For an even bigger gathering, Oakwell also offers private party options for your own Oktoberfest-inspired get-together.

Make Oakwell Part of Your Denver Oktoberfest Weekend

Denver Oktoberfest 2026 will only be here for two weekends, so make the most of it. Raise a stein on Larimer Street, eat a brat (or two), cheer on the stein-hoisting pros, and give yourself some time to relax before or after the festivities.

Oakwell Beer Spa is an easy addition to Oktoberfest, whether you want to enjoy a slow start to the celebrations or unwind after a day downtown. Just don't wait until you're standing on Larimer Street with tired feet to make a plan. Book your Oakwell spa experience ahead of time to schedule relaxation into your Denver Oktoberfest weekend.