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Four Peaks Oktoberfest runs through October 11; check admission and hours

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Updated October 10, 2026: Four Peaks Oktoberfest lists October 9 to 11 at Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, benefiting Tempe Sister Cities. The organizer lists free general admission for everyone on Sunday. Its homepage, FAQ and visitor guide conflict on other admission charges and closing hours, so confirm those details directly before traveling. Earlier versions of this brief described broader free admission or definite hours; those claims have been removed.

This brief records the information reported on Aug 27, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.

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