Vancouver鈥檚 Hastings Park will be transformed into a land of all things Oktoberfest this fall at Harvestland, Canada鈥檚 largest harvest festival.
Running from Oct.10 to 20, the expansive Oktoberfest event invites fair-goers to slip into their finest dirndls and lederhosen to celebrate community, nature, agriculture, exploration and imagination.
The festival is all-ages, but will also include the 19-plus Harvest Haus celebration on select evenings under the great Halle marquee. Delectable eats and beverages will include oompah bands, pretzels, branded steins and a dizzying selection of libations from a 鈥済ro脽men眉 of international biers and spirits.鈥�
The grounds will have dozens of attractions ranging from tractor rides to logger sports shows to pumpkin carving and theatrical entertainers. In addition, guests will enjoy a colourful Bavarian Village, a mystifying Woodland Labyrinth, and the interactive Kinder Farm for the little ones.
BAVARIAN VILLAGE
- Medieval Swordplay Zone and Demonstration Area
- Axe Throwing
- Cross Cut Sawing
- Pumpkin Catapult
- Logger Sport Demonstrations
- Theatrical, Character Performers
- Archery Range
MARKETPLATZ + RIDES
- European, German and domestic beer and spirits
- Oktoberfest Classics such as pretzels, bratwurst, ham hocks and German baked goods
- Kid-friendly food options such grilled cheese, chicken and waffles, etc.
- Four exclusive family-friendly rides
WOODLAND LABYRINTH
- The Grand Maze Scavenger Hunt inside a 10,000 square foot Labyrinth
- Woodland Character Actors (players inside the labyrinth)
- The Cranberry Bog Wading Pool and Photo Stop
KINDER FARM
- Tractor-pull Hayride through Hastings Park
- Pony Rides
- Discovery Farm Educational Exhibition
- Hay Bale Climbing Area
- Pumpkin Patch Pick 鈥榥 Buy
- Arts & Crafts station (inside the PNE Forum)
- Knight鈥檚 Camp (inside the PNE Forum)
听HARVEST HAUS
- Return of 5th Annual Oktoberfest Party for 19+
- Live Music and DJ Sets with Oompah Vibes
- Fully Licensed Event with Food Vendors
- Evening Seatings: Oct. 10-12, 18 & 19
- Matinees: Saturday, Oct. 12 & 19
- Harvest Haus tickets include complimentary access to Harvestland
Tickets go Thursday, Sept. 5, at 10 a.m.
Harvestland and Harvest Haus
When: Harvestland at the PNE (all ages) Oct. 10 to 20.
Harvest Haus (19-plus) Oct. 10 to 12, 18 and 19
Where: Pacific National Exhibition, 2901 East Hastings St.
Cost: Harvestland Tickets: General (13 to 64 years): $14.99; Child (4 to 12 years): $9.99; Senior (65+): $9.99; Family Pass (2 Adults and 3 Children): $44.99
Harvest Haus Tickets: Evening Seatings: $29.99 GA, $49.99 VIP; Matinees: $24.99 GA, $39.99 VIP
*Prices do not include fees and taxes. Harvestland and Harvest Haus tickets do not include admission to Playland
