CALGARY
Headed into Harvest Haus, we recognize there may be some things you're still interested, wondering or curious about. We're here to share all of our insider knowledge and how to gain the most out of your Harvest Haus experience!
**PRE-PURCHASE Gülden**
Gülden (G) is the event’s token and is used to purchase all beverages.
It is strongly recommended to pre-purchase your tokens ahead of time.
This makes your Harvest Haus experience way better.
Gülden are $2 each, plus tax.
There is a small reload fee each time you purchase more G.
Drinks are usually about 5-7G each.
ALERT
Alcoholic beverages are only available by using the festival Gülden.
Food is only available by using credit/debit cards at the culinary booths.
There are no refunds on Gülden.
FIND YOUR VIP TABLE
O’zapft is! If ya got yourself a golden table ticket, klickety-click the button below to peep the biergarten map!
Our gemütlich table corral is fenced tighter than a bratwurst on a bun — only fine folks with table tickets can march on in!
THE FOOD MENU
Food is only available for purchase via credit/debit. Gülden is not accepted at the food booths.
Ein Prosit! Give the button below a good ol’ click to stumble into our Digital Oktoberfest Bier Hall platform!
Inside you’ll find the wurst-tacular menu — stuffed with hearty german fare, tasty treats and plenty to pair and be washed down with your steins.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Harvest Haus is taking place at the impressive Big Four Roadhouse, in Calgary Stampede grounds (Big Four, Parking lot, 1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1, Canada). The entrance tent be at the MAIN DOOR.
Get your finest Lederhosen or Dirndl ready - All guests attending are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in the event, and dress is the best way to do so! If you don’t have traditional outfits of your own, do not stress. Dress as you can and you’ll be fine in street clothes if you can’t find the festive attire.
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We recommend taxi or public transit transportation to the event. The closest public transit stops to the Big Four Roadhouse in Calgary are:
🚇 Light Rail Transit (LRT) Stations
Victoria Park / Stampede Station: Located approximately a 4-minute walk from the venue, this station is part of the Red Line and provides convenient access to Stampede Park.
City Hall / Bow Valley College Station: Also about a 4-minute walk away, this station is situated within Calgary's Free Fare Zone, offering easy access to the area. Moovit
🚌 Bus Stops
Nb Macleod Tr @ 17 Av SE: Approximately a 4-minute walk from the Big Four Roadhouse.
Sb 1 St SE @ 17 Av SE: About a 6-minute walk away.
Wb 11 Av @ Macleod Tr SE: Located roughly a 6-minute walk from the venue.
Nb 1 St SW @ 17 Av SW: Approximately a 10-minute walk away.
Sb 2a St SE @ N. Of 25 Av SE: Also about a 10-minute walk from the Big Four Roadhouse. Moovit
The Victoria Park / Stampede Station is particularly recommended for its proximity and direct access to Stampede Park.
We strongly recommend that you do not drive. But, for those ‘DDs’, parking is available. There is a fee to park. Parking for disabled guests is available as well.
DURING HARVEST HAUS
Last Gülden is sold at 11:00PM, which is last call. Pouring stops at 11:15PM sharp.
Doors will open at 6PM.
We encourage all guests to arrive as early as possible. There are many details and theatrical moments throughout the entire time that you will not want to miss, including the official keg tapping. Beyond this, for those not in VIP table area, we recommend arriving as soon as doors open to grab a space at our standing bars.
Harvest Haus is a 18+ event. You must be ready to show two pieces of ID to enter the Halle. One government issued and a 2nd with your name and signature.
The entrance to Harvest Haus is located on the East doors.
In proper tradition, all guests must drink from our custom-created ceramic steins. Each guest will receive one upon entering and can take it home, if they wish. Don’t break it… they are non-replaceable.
The most important part of Harvest Haus is that you have FUN. We’ll have the traditional German inspired band, DJ and the Burgermeister to lead you through all the autumn traditions, including the traditional keg tapping, and exciting Bavarian games to play with all your friends at the long table.
Chanting, PROST-ing, and dancing is highly encouraged and greatly celebrated at all Harvest Haus sittings.
Share all of your experiences and follow along with all the exciting Harvest moments with us through @harvesthaus on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or our hashtag #HarvestHaus
TICKETING FAQ
If you've purchased multiple tickets and are arriving together, it’s easy.
If you’ve purchased multiple tickets but are not arriving together, make sure you print out the PDFs and distribute them or email your party their individual PDF tickets.
Log-in to Tixr.com to find your tickets, if you can’t find them.
Groups that purchased tables only received 1 ticket (per table). This ticket can be scanned in 4 times (for the four people it is valid for). If you are arriving separately, each person must have that same ticket - but it will only work up to 4 times.
For fast entry, please have your barcode available either printed or on your phone.