Prost, Port Douglas!
Who says you need to be in Munich to celebrate Oktoberfest?
We're bringing a little Bavaria to the tropics for two days of German-style beers, Bavarian-inspired food, traditional entertainment and Oktoberfest games at Hemingway's Brewery Port Douglas.
Join us on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October for Troptoberfest 2026, where the steins are full, the atmosphere is relaxed and the good times roll by the waterfront.
Dust off your lederhosen, gather your mates and get ready for a weekend of Bavarian fun, Hemingway's style.
Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
From 12pm - 9pm
Free entry. Walk-ins welcome.
What's Oktoberfest without a proper German-style beer?
This year, we're keeping things Munich-inspired with two Hemingway's favourites taking centre stage: Our "Weiss Guy" Hefeweizen and “Festbier” Lager.
Both will be dressed for the occasion with special Oktoberfest branding and served in our 500mL steins.
A traditional German-style wheat beer with classic banana and clove aromas, a refreshing spritzy finish and low bitterness.
Our German-style Festbier, ready for the Oktoberfest celebrations.
Plus the full range of Hemingway's beers and traditional Bavarian schnapps & liqueurs.
Come hungry!
Our chefs are putting together a special Troptoberfest food offering inspired by the hearty flavours of Bavaria.
Think juicy German-style sausages, warm soft pretzels, crispy pork belly and a few traditional sweet treats to finish.
It's the kind of food made for sharing with mates, enjoying alongside your favourite Hemingway's beer and settling in for a long afternoon by the water.
We're putting the finishing touches on the menu, so keep an eye out for the full food line-up coming soon.
Bring your appetite. We'll take care of the rest.
Think you've got what it takes to be crowned a Troptoberfest champion?
We're bringing the spirit of the Bavarian Olympics to Port Douglas, with traditional Oktoberfest-inspired games, friendly competition and plenty of laughs.
Get ready to test your strength, show off your Oktoberfest outfit and get involved in the celebrations.
Look out for stein-lifting challenges, keg lifting and Oktoberfest-inspired games throughout the weekend.
Dust off your lederhosen and dirndls and get into the Oktoberfest spirit.
We'll be celebrating the best-dressed guests, so don't be shy about going all out.
Enjoy traditional and modern Oktoberfest tunes, Bavarian-inspired entertainment and the relaxed atmosphere of Hemingway's Port Douglas.
Keep an eye on our socials for the full entertainment and competition program.
Hemingway's Brewery, Port Douglas
We're turning up the Bavarian spirit at Hemingway's Port Douglas for two days of German-style beers, Oktoberfest-inspired food, entertainment and games.
Whether you're a Port Douglas local, visiting for the weekend or making the trip up from Cairns, come and enjoy a little Oktoberfest by the water.
When: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
Time: From 12pm till late
Where: Hemingway's Brewery, Port Douglas
Entry: Free. Walk-ins welcome.
Round up your crew, bring your appetite and join us for Troptoberfest 2026.
See you by the water. Prost!
Troptoberfest takes place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026, from 12pm till late on both days.
Troptoberfest is held at Hemingway's Brewery in Port Douglas, Queensland, on the waterfront at the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina.
Yes. Entry to Hemingway's Troptoberfest 2026 is free, and walk-ins are welcome. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
Troptoberfest is Hemingway's Brewery's tropical take on the traditional German Oktoberfest celebration, featuring German-style beers, Bavarian-inspired food, entertainment and Oktoberfest games in Port Douglas.
Hemingway's will feature Weiss Guy Hefeweizen and Festbier Lager as part of its Oktoberfest beer offering. The brewery's usual beverage range will also be available.
Hemingway's is preparing a special Bavarian-inspired food offering for Troptoberfest. The proposed menu includes German-style sausages, pretzels, pork belly and traditional sweet treats. The final menu will be announced closer to the even
Troptoberfest will feature Oktoberfest-inspired entertainment and Bavarian Olympics & Games. The full entertainment and competition schedule will be announced closer to the event.
No booking is required to attend the event. Entry is free and walk-ins are welcome.