Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest 2026

Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest, southwest Ohio’s longest-running Oktoberfest celebration and the museum’s largest annual fundraiser, returns September 25–27, 2026 on the museum grounds. The weekend features live music on multiple stages, more than 50 craft and international beers, a Weingarten, artisan marketplace, food court, and family activities in the ACCO Brands FamilyFest tent. Friday includes Lederhosen Lunch (11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.) and a Preview Party (7:00–11:00 p.m.); Saturday runs noon–11:00 p.m. and Sunday noon–7:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale July 31, 2026; the event is rain or shine.