Oktoberfest Lederhosen Lunch

The Oktoberfest celebration begins on Friday, September 26 with the Lederhosen Lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Admission to the festival grounds is free (the only free admission of the weekend!) for this special community lunch, hosted by the DAI’s Former Associate Board (FAB). A variety of foods are available for purchase, including brats, metts, schnitzel sandwiches, German salads, homemade noodles, and beverages. 

The main beer truck will be tapped for the Lederhosen Lunch, offering the first Oktoberfest beer of the weekend!

Lederhosen Lunch also features live music and the opportunity to purchase Oktoberfest tickets, mugs and t-shirts.

RTA Shuttle Service: RTA will provide free shuttle service from downtown Dayton to the DAI during the Lederhosen Lunch on Friday.

Lederhosen Lunch Menu **Prices to be Determined

Combo meal includes brat, mett or tenderloin, two sides (German potato salad and homemade noodles), dessert 

Coke Products

Individual brats, metts, or tenderloins

Individual sides

Beer (Special Lederhosen Lunch price, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. only)

HOW TO GO

Friday, September 26, 2025

11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Admission: Free admission; food & drink available for purchase

Also see:

• Oktoberfest Preview Party
• Oktoberfest at Dayton Art Institute

Links & Tags

Dayton Art Institute

Oktoberfest Lederhosen Lunch is taking place at Dayton Art Institute, which is located at 456 Belmonte Park North in Dayton. Dayton Art Institute - Committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all. Visit us often to enjoy our diverse collections, world class exhibits and more.