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Gulfarium to host 3rd annual ‘Croctoberfest’ celebrating crocodiles and local beer

Are you crazy about crocodiles? Do you think alligators are amazing? Big fan of beer and brats?  Get ready for the Gulfarium’s 3rd annual Croctoberfest on October 15th & 16th, where […]

Are you crazy about crocodiles? Do you think alligators are amazing? Big fan of beer and brats? 

Get ready for the Gulfarium’s 3rd annual Croctoberfest on October 15th & 16th, where they will be celebrating all things crocodilian with additional encounter opportunities and special events.


Purchase a Croctoberfest wristband to sample craft beers from a selection of local breweries including:

  • Grayton Beer Company
  • Idyll Hounds
  • Odd Colony
  • McGuire’s Craft Brewery
  • And others

“We will be bringing back our exclusive encounter where you can meet Magnolia, our albino alligator,” said Aimee Brim, Gulfarium Director of Marketing and Communications. “This special encounter will be available for Croctoberfest weekend only so don’t miss out on your chance to sign up & meet this spectacular gator!”

Exclusive paintings created by members of their crocodilian family and Croctoberfest merchandise will be available for purchase in the gift shop. Regular admission and encounter prices apply. 

  • A portion of the proceeds from Croctoberfest 2022 will be donated to crocodilian conservation. 

Visit www.gulfarium.com/croctoberfest for more information. Valid ID required for purchase. 

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