EST. 1869 © 2026 Mohonk Mountain House
New Paltz, New york
September 26 & 27, 2026
$113.25 + tax per person
Join us for a day of celebration at Mohonk’s Mountaintop Oktoberfest! Indulge in a grand buffet featuring authentic German cuisine and beers while the TubaFrau Hofbräu Band fills the air with lively “beer barrel polka” tunes. Raise a stein, join the toasts, and if it’s not yet time for your reservation, gather in our Biergarten on the bluestone patio to enjoy the music, brews, and Oktoberfest spirit. Prost to an afternoon of delicious fare, refreshing libations, and spirited entertainment overlooking Lake Mohonk!
Day Passes are valid for the entire day, regardless of the time slot selected.
For reservations, call 855.883.3798
Reservations must be made in advance. At Mohonk Mountain House, gratuities are included in your rate.
12pm – 3pm
Indulge in a grand buffet featuring authentic German cuisine & beers while the TubaFrau Hofbräu Band fills the air with lively “beer barrel polka” tunes. Gather in our Biergarten on the bluestone patio to enjoy the music, brews, and Oktoberfest spirit. Prost to an afternoon of delicious fare, refreshing libations, and spirited entertainment overlooking Lake Mohonk!
Full access to our network of 85 miles of pristine hiking trails. Includes our iconic Labyrinth & Lemon Squeeze Rock Scramble, Sky Top Tower trail, and more. (weather permitting)
Full-day access to the Mountain House, Greenhouse, Gift Shop, Barn Museum, Victorian Show Gardens, and Carriage Lounge.
4pm – 5pm
Celebrate the season with a delicious nod to Oktoberfest during Mohonk’s beloved afternoon tea and cookies. Alongside our traditional offerings, enjoy bite-sized Apfelstrudel treats—flaky, spiced, and filled with apple goodness.
Enjoy daily & evening entertainment on the day of your visit.
$50 per person FOR ONE DAY, $75 PER PERSON FOR TWO DAYS
Enhance your Mountaintop Oktoberfest Buffet and Beer Hall experience with the purchase of a commemorative Mohonk Beer Mug. The mug includes unlimited beer during the Saturday or Sunday Buffet and Beer Hall events and serves as a lasting keepsake of the weekend. Mugs are available for purchase during the Beer Hall event.
Arrive early or linger after your reservation to enjoy even more Oktoberfest festivities, from German beer traditions and polka dancing to afternoon treats and lakeside alpenhorn performances.
Twenty five years ago, James and Michelle Walsh combined their shared excitement for the restaurant business and opened Mudd Puddle Café in New Paltz, NY. Fresh roasted coffee, hand crafted food, and a warm community space has been the focus since day one. In 2014, they expanded their passion for fine crafted beverages by opening Yard Owl Brewery in Gardiner, NY. Here, James brews Belgian inspired beers which can be tasted and bought at their restaurant Mudd Puddle Cafe’ in New Paltz.
Polkadelphia was formed in 2013 during a lively conversation at a Philadelphia bar, born out of a shared desire to inject fresh energy into the polka scene. This unconventional ensemble combines traditional German and Polish tunes with unexpected covers from artists like Radiohead and Metallica, captivating audiences across the tri-state area. Comprised of top musicians from esteemed Philadelphia groups such as the Violent Femmes, their performances are a testament to their diverse backgrounds and collective talent. From Steelstacks Oktoberfest to TV appearances on Pennsylvania Polka, Polkadelphia’s dynamic presence has left an indelible mark on the music scene. Whether rocking a biergarten or setting the stage ablaze at weddings, they infuse every event with their signature blend of passion and flair.
Gene Eagle teaches social ballroom dance and DJ’s in Manhattan, and has been dancing ballroom and swing for over 25 years. He has performed at venues including the Waldorf Astoria and the 92nd Street Y, where he was the host and DJ for the 92nd Street Y Ballroom Dance parties. He has DJ’d Lincoln Center’s “MidSummer Night Swing” and “Summer for the City” Ballroom evenings as well as dance studios and private functions in NYC, and continues to host social dance parties as GE Dance, LLC. His eclectic music library includes both traditional ballroom dance music and contemporary pieces ideal for all styles of ballroom dancing.
Candace Woodward-Clough has been teaching ballroom dance for four decades. While living in NYC, she danced in and choreographed Off-Broadway, summer stock, movies, soap operas and videos, and founded Ballroom Dance at the New York Health & Racquet Club. After marrying and moving to central New Jersey, she has been teaching ballroom dance at Princeton University, Mercer Country Community College, a number of retirement communities, and The Peddie School (where she has also choreographed musicals and ran summer theatre camp for 25 years), while continuing to teach private lessons in her own studio.
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