Oktoberfest 2026: Saturday

About Oktoberfest 2026

Oktoberfest, taking place on Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27, features live music, family activities, outstanding artisans, delicious food, a Weingarten and, of course, an amazing selection of more than 50 craft and international beers!

Oktoberfest includes a fully covered Main Stage area and Food Court, plus a TV Tent with four big-screen TVs for all the weekend sports action. Live music is featured on two stages throughout the weekend: traditional German music in the Food Court and a variety of bands on the Main Stage. The Oktoberfest Artisans will return in 2026, offering a wide range of unique items for sale. The ACCO Brands FamilyFest, taking place from noon–5 pm each day, features special activities for all ages on the festival grounds.

Get the details about:

• Shuttles & Parking
• Entertainment Schedule 
• Artisans
• Food
• Beer
• Wine

Check back often for more Oktoberfest updates!

Weekend Schedule

Lederhosen Lunch: 11 am–1:30 pm
Preview Party: 7–11 pm
Saturday, September 26: Noon–11 pm
Sunday, September 27: Noon–7 pm

Sunday Funday Happy Hour

Make it a Sunday Funday and visit Oktoberfest on Sunday, for special happy hour prices from 4–6 pm. All draft beer and wine will be discounted. Boozy Bodega beverages are excluded from happy hour prices.

ACCO Brands FamilyFest

Noon–5 pm each day! FREE and fun art activities for the whole family. Start the fun in ACCO Brands FamilyFest tent, located in front of the museum building.

Vendor Applications

The DAI is pleased to announce an open call for artisans and food vendors for its annual Oktoberfest. Looking to apply? Please see below! Questions? Contact Audrey Starr, at astarr@daytonart.org.

**Artisan Applications Closed May 1, 2026

Food Vendor Application