Croctoberfest 2026

Start: Saturday, September 19, 2026 6:00PM
End: Saturday, September 19, 2026 9:00PM

Croctoberfest — Beer. Bites. Gators. Prost! September 19 | 6 PM to 9 PM (5:30 PM VIP Early Entry) Raise your cup and celebrate Oktoberfest with a wild Gulfarium twist! Croctoberfest is an adults-only (21+) evening featuring unlimited tastings of craft beers and wines from participating regional breweries and wineries, live music, food vendors, yard games, and special opportunities to meet some of Gulfarium’s reptiles and crocodilians. Every General Admission and VIP guest will receive an exclusive Croctoberfest event cup to use for unlimited craft beer and wine tastings throughout the event. Come ready to discover new favorites, grab a bite from local food vendors, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind night out on the Emerald Coast. Whether you’re here for the pours, the food, the animals, or a little bit of everything, Croctoberfest has something waiting around every corner. Date & Hours Saturday, September 19, 2026 VIP Early Entry: 5:30 PM General Admission Entry: 6:00 PM Event Ends: 9:00 PM Ages 21+ only. Valid photo ID is required for entry. General Admission Includes • Exclusive Croctoberfest event cup • Unlimited craft beer and wine tastings from participating breweries and wineries • Live music • Gator chats throughout the evening • Reptile meet-and-greets • Animal training demonstrations • Yard games VIP Admission Includes Everything included with General Admission, plus: • Early entry at 5:30 PM, giving VIP guests extra time to begin tastings before General Admission entry • Exclusive Croctoberfest event T-shirt Joining us this year: • Perfect Plain Brewing • McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin • Flame Point Brewing • Coastal County Brewing Company • The Vine Wine Bar, Bistro & Shoppe • Alga Beer Co. • Half Shell Spirits • Ology Brewing Co. • Destin Brewery • St. Michael's Brewing Company • Florida Avenue Brewing Co. • 3rd Planet Brewing • Wood Foot Beer Co. • 30A Distilling • Simply Brats • Chateau Le Coeur • Duplin Winery • Props Brewery • Salty Pop Popcorn Food Come hungry! Local food vendors will be on site throughout the evening with food available for purchase separately. Food is not included with General Admission or VIP tickets. Conservation A portion of event proceeds will benefit the Crocodile Research Coalition. Weather & Refund Policy Croctoberfest is a rain-or-shine event. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable, including in the event of inclement weather. If you are unable to attend, your ticket may be transferred to another guest. Transfer requests must be submitted at least 24 hours before the event. Parking & Accessibility Free parking is available at Gulfarium for event attendees. The event is wheelchair accessible.