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 27 and Sunday, September 28, 2025
Times:  Saturday, September 27 noon–11 p.m. and Sunday, September 28 noon–7 p.m. 
Location: Dayton Art Institute Museum Grounds
Cost: Advance: $20. At the Gate: $25. Weekend Pass allows you to attend both Saturday and Sunday with one discounted ticket.* Children 6 & under 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 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. No refunds.

Must be 21 with a valid ID to enter. 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.