Bankstoberfest 2026
Bankstoberfest is back and bigger, bolder, and beer-ier than ever! This year, we are keeping it simple: every single ticket is General Admission, so everyone gets the same great experience, VIP treatment included. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets, spread out on the grass, and settle in for an afternoon of great pours, good food, and even better company.
A few quick notes: this is a rain-or-shine event, all sales are final, and everyone must be 21+ with a valid ID at the gate.
- The Ultimate Tasting Kit — a commemorative 5oz BWS tasting mug with a festival lanyard
- The BWS Swag Bag — packed full of goodies from your favorite brands
- A Food Voucher — good for a meal at any of our food vendors on-site
- Exclusive In-Store Discounts — flash your event wristband inside Banks during the event
You don't need a drink in hand to have a blast at Bankstoberfest! Whether you are the hero of your group or just looking for a fun day out, the DD Ticket gives you full entry to the festival grounds for just $5.
- Festival Entry — full access to the event grounds to hang out with your crew
- Live Music & Games — The Dustin Showers Band and all the lawn games
- Non-Alcoholic Refreshments — craft mocktails and other non-alcohol pours
Please note: a food voucher is not included with this ticket, but food is available for purchase on-site at any of our food trucks.
Add Designated Driver TicketWe are moving way beyond just beer this year: a massive selection of vendors pouring German-style wines, an expanded array of spirits, and craft mocktails for our designated drivers and non-drinkers.
2SP · Burley Oak · Dewey Beer Co · Evolution Brewery · Fin City · Manor Hill Brewing · New Trail · Paulaner · RAR · Tucher · Revelation Beer · Sierra Nevada · Thompson Island Brewing & Ocean View Brewing Co · Troegs Brewing
- Doric Lodge No. 30 (Ocean View, DE) — Brats & pulled pork sandwiches
- Pretzelvania Soft pretzels with all kinds of toppings
- Danizza Pizza Pizza