Raise your cup and get ready for an Oktoberfest celebration with a Gulfarium twist.
Croctoberfest returns to Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park on Saturday, September 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., bringing together unlimited tastings, live music, local food vendors and some of the park’s most fascinating reptiles and crocodilians.
Designed exclusively for guests ages 21 and older, Croctoberfest gives attendees the chance to explore Gulfarium after hours while sampling craft beers and wines from participating regional breweries, wineries and more. Every General Admission and VIP guest will receive an exclusive Croctoberfest event cup to use for tastings throughout the evening.
More than 20 breweries, wineries, distilleries and food vendors are currently participating. Guests can also enjoy live music from Highstrung Hammocks, yard games and food available for purchase from local vendors throughout the park.
What truly sets Croctoberfest apart is the Gulfarium experience. Throughout the evening, guests will have opportunities to enjoy gator chats, reptile meet-and-greets and animal training demonstrations featuring some of the park’s resident animals. The combination of local flavors and wildlife creates an adults-only event unlike a traditional beer or wine festival.
VIP guests can begin the celebration early with admission beginning at 5:30 p.m. VIP admission includes everything offered with General Admission, along with early access to the event and an exclusive Croctoberfest T-shirt.
A portion of proceeds from Croctoberfest will benefit the Crocodile Research Coalition, supporting research and conservation efforts focused on crocodilians and their habitats.
EVENT DETAILS
What: Croctoberfest 2026
When: Saturday, September 19, 2026
VIP Entry: 5:30 p.m.
General Admission Entry: 6:00 p.m.
Event Ends: 9:00 p.m.
Where: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, 1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Admission: Ages 21+ only. Valid photo ID required.
Tickets: go.gulfarium.com/croctoberfest
