# Event Details - **Event Name**: Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 pm - **Event Description**: Yodelayeeehuuuu! It's time to break out the dirndl & lederhosen. We're tapping kegs, feet and boots of beer. Join the fun at Dacha. Prost!About this EventProst! Oktoberfest is coming to Dacha Navy Yard. Join us for an afternoon of Bavarian beer, live music, ridiculous competitions, and plenty of Oktoberfest spirit as we kick off the festivities with a ceremonial keg tapping of one of Germany’s most iconic breweries. The Festivities1:30–2:00 PM — Weihenstephan Ceremonial Keg TappingHelp us officially kick off Oktoberfest with a ceremonial tapping of Weihenstephan, the world's oldest continuously operating brewery. Grab a boot and raise a toast to Oktoberfest! Wear your lederhosen or dirndl for a free pour from the keg.2–3 PM — Live Music from PotomactalerGet your afternoon started with traditional Alpine sounds from Potomactaler.3:30-6:30 PM — ManuellaManuella takes the stage for four 30-minute sets of live music, with Oktoberfest games and competitions happening between sets.Oktoberfest GamesWhen the music stops, the games begin. Test your skills, your appetite, and your ability to hold a stein with classic Oktoberfest challenges:Bavarian Musical ChairsYodel-OffOktoberfest Spelling BeeStein Holding ContestPretzel Eating ContestCome ready to compete — bragging rights and prizes are on the line.Oktoberfest CraftsGet crafty between games and sets with our Oktoberfest-inspired craft stations:Make Your Own Flower CrownCreate a colorful floral crown to wear throughout the festival.Decorate Your Oktoberfest FedoraCustomize your own Oktoberfest hat and make it uniquely yours.Whether you're coming for the beer, the music, the games, the crafts, or just an excuse to spend an afternoon in the biergarten, Oktoberfest at Dacha is the place to be.Grab your friends, grab a stein, and get ready to Prost! Agenda?: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PMWeihenstephan Ceremonial Keg TappingInfo: Help us officially kick off Oktoberfest with a ceremonial tapping of Weihenstephan, the world's oldest continuously operating brewery. Grab a boot and raise a toast to Oktoberfest! Wear your lederhosen or dirndl for a free pour from the keg.?: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PMLive Music from PotomactalerInfo: Get your afternoon started with traditional Alpine sounds from Potomactaler.?: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PMManuella & GamesInfo: Manuella takes the stage for four 30-minute sets of live music, with Oktoberfest games and competitions happening between sets. Oktoberfest Games When the music stops, the games begin. Test your skills, your appetite, and your ability to hold a stein with classic Oktoberfest challenges: Bavarian Musical Chairs Yodel-Off Oktoberfest Spelling Bee Stein Holding Contest Pretzel Eating Contest Come ready to compete — bragging rights and prizes are on the line. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/dacha-oktoberfest-official-kick-off-party/100001999784028863 - **Event Categories**: oktoberfest, music, entertainment, live-music, contests, parties, festivals, music-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard) - **lat**: 38.8712548 - **long**: -77.0072254 - **full address**: Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard), 79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/e966c067180c54b39324c3971ec26c91c1834a03a124e28ea3626345dd00ca8e-rimg-w720-h360-dcd8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788894964 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party being held? - **A:** Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard), 79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party? - **A:** Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party is organized by Dacha Navy Yard. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Dacha Oktoberfest Official Kick Off Party is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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