A Dayton tradition established in 1971, DAI’s Oktoberfest is southwest Ohio’s longest-running Oktoberfest celebration and the museum’s largest annual fundraiser. Money raised by Oktoberfest helps support everything we do at the Dayton Art Institute.

Date: Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27
Times:  Saturday, September 26 noon–11 PM and Sunday, September 27 noon–7 PM 
Location: Dayton Art Institute Museum Grounds
Cost:
Advance Tickets: $8
Tickets at the Gate: $10
Weekend Pass: $15
Children 12 & under are admitted free

Keep the party going by purchasing a Weekend Pass! The Weekend Pass allows you access to the festival all day Saturday and all day Sunday! *Preview Party not included in the price of a Weekend Pass.

All tickets purchased online will be delivered via email as a digital ticket. After completing your purchase, you will receive a receipt for your order with a digital ticket containing your admission barcode. All tickets in your order are under that single barcode. If anyone in your party is arriving separately, you will need to forward the email with the barcode to them for check in. 

Event held rain or shine. All sales final. No refunds for any reason. 

Must be 21 with a valid ID to purchase or consume alcohol. 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. Thank you for helping us stay in compliance with these important state regulations.

If you receive complimentary tickets as part of your membership benefits, those will be mailed to you.

If you have questions or need assistance creating or accessing your online account, please call 937-223-4278 during regular museum hours.