Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is held annually on the museum grounds during the fourth full weekend of September. The celebration kicks off on Friday with the Lederhosen Lunch from 11 AM–1:30 PM and the Preview Party from 7–11 PM, followed by two full days of Oktoberfest fun: noon to 11 PM on Saturday and noon to 7 PM on Sunday.

The ACCO Brands Family Fest tent offers free and fun activities from noon to 5 PM each day! FREE and fun art activities for the whole family. Start the fun in ACCO Brands

Be sure to stop by on Sunday for our Annual Steinholding Competition and special happy-hour drink prices from 4–6 PM.

SPONSORSHIP
Sponsorship plays a vital role in making Oktoberfest possible and impactful. Sponsors directly support art experiences, education and opportunities that bring our community together while gaining meaningful visibility for your organization and aligning your brand with a cause that matters. Together, we can ensure art is available and accessible to all, all year long. Thank you! To sponsor the event, please contact Mike Griest at mgriest@daytonart.org or 937-223-5277 ext.108.


Sponsor Art Ball

VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are the heart of our events and your time, energy and passion make a meaningful difference at every level. By volunteering, you help create a welcoming, well-organized and memorable experience for everyone involved while supporting key fundraisers that bring our mission to life. Together, we can make an impact that lasts far beyond event day. Please check back for more information when we get closer to the event date. Thank you!

Volunteer Sign Up

Please Note These Oktoberfest Policies:

Remember to bring your ID with you to check in at the gate. Ohio liquor laws require us to wristband all patrons over the age of 21, regardless of their intended beverage consumption. No exceptions will be made. Thank you for helping us stay in compliance with these important state regulations.

Event held rain or shine. No refunds and no rain checks.

The Dayton Art Institute does not allow the following at Oktoberfest: pets (except service dogs), backpacks and large bags, firearms or other weapons.

Guests attending Oktoberfest and the Oktoberfest Preview Party will be subject to reasonable searches, including metal detectors, wanding and/or bag searches.

For health & safety reasons, we no longer fill mugs directly from taps.

No outside food or drink permitted.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. In the interest of your personal safety and community health, we ask that anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (including fever, cough, chills, sore throat, fatigue, shortness of breath or loss of taste) please refrain from attending Oktoberfest. By attending Oktoberfest, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with exposure to COVID-19 and all other communicable illnesses.

For the safety of our art, the museum will not be open during Oktoberfest.

For questions, please call Guest Services at 937-223-4278.

A portion of your purchase may be considered tax-deductible; consult your tax professional for guidance. Deductibility amounts are included in ticket purchase receipts.