Oktoberfest Keg Tappings at Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard
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Oktoberfest Keg Tappings at Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard
Ceremonial keg tappings with DC Brau and Weihenstephan, free Festbier for guests in dirndl or lederhosen, and no cover to join the celebration.
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What Is the Oktoberfest Ceremonial Keg Tapping at Dacha Navy Yard?
A ceremonial keg tapping is the traditional Bavarian ritual that officially opens an Oktoberfest celebration, where a mallet drives the tap into the first keg and the Festbier flows. At Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard, this moment is marked with brewery partners on the covered outdoor patio in Washington DC's Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. All Oktoberfest events are free to participate.
On Friday, September 18 at 5:30 PM, Dacha Navy Yard hosts a keg tapping with DC Brau. A second tapping follows on Saturday, September 19 at 1:30 PM with Weihenstephan, the Bavarian state brewery. Wear a dirndl or lederhosen to either event and receive a free Festbier.
Why Wear a Dirndl or Lederhosen to the Keg Tapping?
Traditional Bavarian dress is part of what makes an Oktoberfest feel authentic rather than just another fall beer event. Arriving in a dirndl or lederhosen signals that you are there for the full experience, not just a pint. It also earns you a tangible reward at Dacha's Navy Yard tappings.
Guests who show up in costume at any of the three Oktoberfest keg tappings across both Dacha locations receive a free Festbier. You can attend one or all three events, and the costume offer applies each time.
Dacha Navy Yard Oktoberfest Keg Tapping Schedule
Friday, September 18 – 5:30 PM, Navy Yard
Ceremonial keg tapping with DC Brau at Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard, 79 Potomac Ave SE. Free to attend. Free Festbier for guests in dirndl or lederhosen.
Saturday, September 19 – 1:30 PM, Navy Yard
Ceremonial keg tapping with Weihenstephan at Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard, 79 Potomac Ave SE. Free to attend. Free Festbier for guests in dirndl or lederhosen.
The Details
When: Friday, September 18 at 5:30 PM and Saturday, September 19 at 1:30 PM
Where: Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard · 79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington DC 20003
Cost: Free to participate. Free Festbier with dirndl or lederhosen.
Secure Your Spot at the Patio for Oktoberfest
Dacha Beer Garden Navy Yard is located at 79 Potomac Ave SE, a short walk from Nationals Park in Capitol Riverfront. Reserve your table on Resy so your group has a home base for the keg tapping.
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