FAQ

When is Shropshire Oktoberfest?

Friday 4th October, 5pm - 11pm. (Last orders: 9:30pm)

Saturday 5th October, 12pm - 10pm. (Last orders: 9:30pm)

(There will be no re-entry to the festival after 9pm)

Where can I find you?

Find us underneath a HUGE marquee at the bottom of Shrewsbury Quarry, SY1 1JA.

What is Shropshire Oktoberfest?

Shropshire Oktoberfest is a two-day event in Shrewsbury Quarry, where we bring together over 180 real ales, lagers and ciders, as well as gin, cocktails and fizz. But that's not all, we have tasty street food to accompany your drinks, and for entertainment, we have a huge live music stage with incredible local bands, Friday night Beer Tasting with Laura Hadland, a silent disco, Carpool Karaoke, and a Comedy Club on Saturday.

So basically, it's one big party!

How much are tickets?

Our tickets will be moving to standard admission on Monday, 1st January 2024. 

Friday Tickets	Saturday Tickets	Weekend Tickets
Adult: £15.95	Adult: £25.95	Adult: £40.95
Child: £10.00	Child: £10.00	Adult VIP: £69.95
Under 3: Free	Under 3: Free
Adult VIP: £25.95	Adult VIP: £45.95

Get your tickets here.

Please be aware that this is an event aimed at adults where alcohol is consumed so behaviour and language may not be suitable for children.

At Shropshire Festivals, we are committed to providing exceptional experiences for all attendees. We deeply value the importance of care and support, if you require a companion/carer to support you to attend our events please contact fun@shropshirefestivals.co.uk​

We currently do not offer blue light, NHS, military or any other form of discount.

What do VIP tickets include?

Your VIP Tickets include entry to the festival, a souvenir reusable cup, and entry into the Chrisbeon Office Supplies VIP Area where there is additional seating (We cannot guarantee a chair for everyone at all times), VIP access to the Silent Disco, and posher toilets than standard portaloos that are available to everyone else.

Can I bring my dog?

No, sorry. Shropshire Oktoberfest has loud music, and people consuming alcohol on site, it just wouldn't be safe for your four-legged friends. Only assistance dogs will be allowed into our festival.

Do you have bag restrictions in place?

Your safety is our top priority and we've put in place necessary measures to maximise public safety. All festival go-ers will be searched on arrival, so please be patient if the queue is a little longer than normal. 

If you wish to bring a bag to Shropshire Oktoberfest, please ensure it is no bigger than an A4 piece of paper, 8.27inches x 11.69inches.

Can I Bring my own food & drink?

Yes, you can absolutely bring in your own food and drink, however due to safety regulations, you CANNOT bring any alcohol or sharps (eg. Cheese Knives) into our festival.

How do I get there? 

Shrewsbury Quarry is right in the heart of Shrewsbury Town Centre with excellent transport links. 

Shrewsbury Bus Station runs regular services in and out of the town, with the bus station being a 10 minute walk to the Quarry. Please check timings before you travel. 

For convenient and responsible travel, hop on the train. Shrewsbury Quarry is located just a 15-minute walk away from Shrewsbury Railway station. Trainline works with 270 rail and coach companies to offer their customers travel to thousands of destinations in and across 45 countries in Europe.

I want to stay in Shrewsbury, where should I stay?

For tourist information and accommodation, have a look at www.originalshrewsbury.co.uk. Or if you fancy camping... the West Mid Showground is a camping and caravanning site, just a 10-minute walk away from the time centre. For bookings please contact Jan Forrest the Showground Manager on 01743 289831 or via email admin@westmidshowground.com.

I want to get my business involved in Shropshire Oktoberfest!

That's great news! Our exhibitor applications for 2023 have closed, but if you keep your eye on our social media channels and our website after the event, we'll be announcing when applications open back up.

You haven't really answered my question... How can I contact you?

Oh, no, we're sorry about that! Give us a ring on 01952 432175 or email us on fun@shropshirefestivals.co.uk.

A HUGE thank you to our Festival sponsors...