Oktoberfest 2012 -- Dayton Art Institute

Mark your calendars for Oktoberfest 2012, September 21-23! Presented by Miller Lite, this community event proudly boasts a dazzling array of artisans, unique foods, ample domestic, international and craft beers, kid-friendly art activities, live music on two stages, delicious international wines and so much more!

Oktoberfest includes a fully covered Main Stage viewing area, an expanded Craft Beer tent with four big-screen TVs for all the weekend football action and the annual Oktoberfest Home Brew Beer Contest. The ACCO Brands FamilyFest provides free art activities for the kids, from noon – 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Don't forget about the annual Friday evening Oktoberfest Preview Party. Preview Party guests will enjoy complimentary draft beer and wine, live entertainment by Cincinnati's Soul Pocket and great socializing in a casual, less-crowded atmosphere.

Hours

Preview Party: 7 - 11 p.m.
Saturday, noon - 11p.m.
Sunday, noon - 7p.m.

Admission

Preview Party (Friday, September 21)
Advance Tickets: $45 members; $60 non-members
At the Gate: $80

Saturday/Sunday General Admission
Advance Tickets: $5 adults and seniors; $3 students (ages 7-18)
At the Gate: $7 adults; $5 for seniors; $4 for students
Children 6 and under admitted free

Online advance ticket sales for Saturday & Sunday have ended. Oktoberfest advance tickets may still be purchased through the close of business on Friday, September 21 at: the museum’s Visitor Services Desk, Arrow Wine & Spirits (all locations), Belmont Party Supply, Chappys Tap Room, Cuvee Wine Bar & Cellar, Dorothy Lane Market (all locations), and Dublin Pub. Advance tickets may also be purchased by calling 937-223-4ART (4278) during regular museum hours.

Get Social!

Join the Oktoberfest celebration on Facebook and Twitter for photos, video, special offers and exclusive updates from Oktoberfest! On Twitter, search for the hashtag #OktoberfestDayton for the latest updates.