Zootoberfest (Saint Louis Zoo Autumn Festival)

Zootoberfest is the Saint Louis Zoo's autumn festival, returning in September 2026. The festival offers an Oktoberfest-style experience with beer and root beer, German-themed cuisine, live music, and educational activities for families. It runs on two date spans—September 11–13 and September 19–20—with the entire Zoo campus open during regular hours and additional festival experiences. Admission to the event is free for all guests, though food and beverages are available for purchase. Specialized evening events and performances are scheduled across the festival days.