Maifest (pronounced “My–fest” in German, and also called May Fest in English) is the traditional celebration of the arrival of spring. The Maibaum (Maypole) is decorated to honor a town or village’s local history, produce, and crafts, and is the focus of the traditional Maypole Dance and the crowning of the Maikönigin (May Queen).

If you love to dance, there will be a lively band playing traditional music. Dancers in traditional dress perform Schuhplattler and other dances popular at seasonal festivals in Germany and Austria. Add to that a menu of authentic German/Austrian foods, and of course, excellent imported and domestic beers and other drinks, and you have a fun-filled day that is sehr gemütlich (very pleasant) for all ages.

All tickets are sold in advance only and are nonrefundable. All sales are final.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

All guests and volunteers must purchase tickets online prior to the event. No additional tickets will be available at the gate and cash will not be accepted for admission.
Kids under 18 are free and do not need a ticket.
No dogs, outside food, alcohol, or other beverages are allowed at the fest.
All tickets are sold online in advance and are nonrefundable. If you are unable to attend, we thank you for your donation.
Ticket price includes one commemorative pint drink vessel. If you bring your own Tourist Club silipint from a previous festival you will have the choice to get another one or a free beer ticket.
Attendees are encouraged to bring personal water containers as we will not provide disposable drinkware.
Ticket purchasers do not need to bring a printed ticket or receipt. Check in with a photo ID at admissions when you arrive.
Admission price covers admission only to the Festival. Food, drink, and merchandise require separate purchases.
All purchases at the club are CASH ONLY. We do not accept credit cards, debit cards, electronic transfers, or checks at the Tourist Club on the day of the event. There is no ATM on the premises.
No re-entry to the fest.
The fest goes on, rain or shine!

MORE INFORMATION: https://touristclubsf.org/festivals/

DIRECTIONS & PARKING: https://touristclubsf.org/directions/

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or a minimum age to enter the event?

The fest is open to all ages. A ticket is required for adults 18 and over. Those wishing to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages must show a valid ID at the gate.

Access to our lodge

Getting to and from our mountain lodge can be challenging. A minimum of a half-mile hike is required to reach our lodge from our parking lot or a trailhead and parking is extremely limited. Our 100+ year-old property has numerous staircases, uneven steps, and dirt trails. Please note that our club is not ADA accessible. A shuttle is available during festivals from the lodge up the hill to our Ridge Avenue parking lot later in the day. The shuttle is for the disabled and infirm only.

Do I have to bring a printed ticket to the event?

There is no need to bring a paper ticket or to print the confirmation email. Your name will be on an attendee list at the entrance. Just bring a valid photo ID to show when you check in. We are in the woods, with spotty internet coverage, so we don't support mobile tickets.

What is the refund policy?

All ticket sales are final and there are no refunds. The fest goes on, rain or shine!

Ticket sales have ended

Maifest 2023 - Guests