SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Camp Richardson Resort’s Oktoberfest makes a return to the South Shore October 4-5, with more food and beer choices than ever before. An ode to the Munich festival and a favorite for visitors and locals, the festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

New this year, festival goers can upgrade their experience with a limited VIP option. Only 100 VIP tickets will be available for sale.

General admission and parking are free.

Raise a stein and choose from 11 beers on tap, including Paulaner, Hacker-Pschorr, and Erdinger, all renowned German breweries from Bavaria, Germany, known for their traditional wheat beers. Well-known for its family-friendly activities, beer and wine garden, and Oktoberfest-inspired menu options, Camp Richardson will be serving up bratwurst and pretzels, in addition to an array of food trucks offering a variety of dishes, including smoked turkey legs, roasted corn, pizza, and tacos.

Tickets are available now for the new Oktoberfest VIP Section. VIPs enjoy additional exclusive beer options from South Lake Tahoe’s Coldwater Brewery, and a VIP German-inspired unlimited buffet in a private beer garden. VIP tickets include access for both days of the festival, a commemorative 44-ounce Beverage Boot, four beverage vouchers, a festival shirt, and tote. Early purchase tickets are $155 per person until Sept. 21 and then will be offered at $175 a person.

Tickets for children 3-12 are $30 and $40 for ages 13-20, and include access to the VIP area and food buffet.

For tickets and more information, visit https://camprichardsonresort.com/oktoberfest/.