Oktoberfest German Kickoff at Shipgarten 🍺🇩🇪

Kick off Oktoberfest season the Shipgarten way.

Join us on Saturday, September 19 for the Oktoberfest German Kickoff, an afternoon of German beer, festival food, games, music and Oktoberfest traditions in McLean, Virginia.

Grab your crew, raise a stein and come ready for beer specials, a ceremonial keg tap, stein competitions, German eats and high-energy festival fun.

Dirndls and lederhosen are encouraged!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 12–5 PM
📍 Shipgarten | McLean, VA
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

🍺 What to Expect

🍺 German beer selections & Oktoberfest specials
🥨 Classic German eats & festival favorites
🎶 Live music / DJ playing Oktoberfest hits
🏆 Stein hoisting & themed competitions
🔥 Outdoor Grill Station
🍺 Beer Rep Meet & Greet
🛍️ Local Vendors
🎉 Oktoberfest atmosphere all afternoon

🏆 Oktoberfest Schedule

🎯 2:30 PM — Marshmallow to Stein Toss
Winning team receives two $25 Shipgarten Gift Cards.

🍺 3 PM — Ceremonial Keg Tap

🥨 3:30 PM — Stein-to-Stein Pour
Winning team receives two $25 Shipgarten Gift Cards.

💪 4:30 PM — Stein Hoisting Competition
Longest endurance wins a $25 Shipgarten Gift Card.

🍻 Start Oktoberfest Season at Shipgarten

Whether you’re coming for the beer, the games or the Oktoberfest atmosphere, this is your chance to gather the crew and start the season with a proper Prost!

Dress in your favorite Oktoberfest attire, grab a stein and join the celebration.

📍 Event Details

Saturday, September 19, 2026
12–5 PM

Shipgarten
7581 Colshire Dr
McLean, VA 22102

🚗 Free Parking: 1651 Old Meadow Rd
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Grab your crew. Raise your stein. Let Oktoberfest season begin. 🍺🇩🇪

Meet. Eat. Drink. Repeat.