Adults Festival

Celebrate Oktoberfest with an American twist at Shipgarten on Saturday, October 5th! Enjoy a day filled with live music, beer sampling, and exciting activities for all ages. The festival features American-themed competitions, delicious food, and a variety of beers to sample. Event Schedule: American Competitions: 2:00 PM - Rubber Band Cup Shooting 3:00 PM - Keg Curling 4:00 PM - Minute Jenga 5:00 PM - Stein Hoisting Live Music: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM Shipgarten After Dark: 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM with DJ Bianca Diamond Highlights: Hot Spiked and Non-Alcoholic Apple Cider Meet and Greet with Brewery Representatives 50+ Beers to Sample Photo Booth and Dog-Friendly Activities Outdoor Games, Competitions, and Kids Corner with face painting and crafts Parking and Transportation: Free parking and shuttle service at 1700 Old Meadow Road, McLean, VA 22102 $20 valet service available Steps away from the McLean Metro Station Uber Drop Off: 7581 Colshire Dr., McLean, VA 22102 Join us for a day of fun, food, and festivities at Shipgarten’s Oktoberfest American Kickoff Festival!

Join us at Shipgarten on October 19th for the ultimate Beer Olympics! Enjoy live music, a variety of games and competitions, and a special beer tasting featuring over 50 beers and ciders. Sample or order full pours of your favorite brews while participating in fun activities and contests. Event Schedule: 2:30 PM: Keg Curl 3:00 PM: Minute JENGA 3:30 PM: Stein Hoisting 4:30 PM: Water Pong Tournament Live Music: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM Shipgarten After Dark: 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Additional Highlights: Meet & Greet with Brewery Reps Photo Booth, Dog-Friendly Activities Great Food, Outdoor Games, and Kids Corner For more details on beer samplings, visit our Beer Sampling Menu.

Experience the ultimate pairing of beer, wine, and chocolate at Shipgarten’s Oktoberfest on October 26th! Enjoy a unique day of tastings, competitions, and entertainment. Sample over 50 different beers and ciders, and find your perfect chocolate or candy match. Event Schedule: Adult Trick or Treat Stations: All Day 2:30 PM: Marshmallow into Stein Toss 3:00 PM: Candy Chopstick Challenge 4:00 PM: Keg Curling Competition 5:00 PM: Stein Hoisting Contest Live Music: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM Shipgarten After Dark: 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM, featuring Bier-O-Ween Dance Party with $500 in prizes Additional Highlights: Hot Spiked and Non-Alcoholic Apple Cider Meet & Greet with Brewery Reps Photo Booth, Dog-Friendly Activities Great Food, Outdoor Games, and Kids Corner Parking and Transportation: Free parking and shuttle service at 1700 Old Meadow Road, McLean, VA 22102. $20 valet service available. Steps away from the McLean Metro Station. Uber Drop Off: 7581 Colshire Dr., McLean, VA 22102.

Celebrate Halloween at Shipgarten’s Bier-O-Ween on October 26th! Join us for a spooky night filled with live music, a costume contest, and special themed beer. Trick-or-treating for adults starts at 6:00 PM, followed by DJ Khozz spinning hits from 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM. At midnight, enter our $500 Costume Contest for a chance to win cash and prizes. Highlights: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Adult Trick-or-Treating 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM: DJ Khozz Live Performance Midnight: $500 Costume Contest 1st Place: $300 Cash 2nd Place: $150 Gift Card 3rd Place: $50 Gift Card Additional Highlights: Special Halloween beer brewed in collaboration with a local brewery Great food, including bratwursts, pretzels, and wings Dog-friendly environment with treats available