Friday, September 22, 2023; 6–10pm
Saturday, September 23, 2023; canceled due to weather
Carriage House Lawn (1700 Hampton Street)
Toast the fall with friends and family at Bier-Garden on the Carriage House Lawn at Maymont! This two-night German-style festival is the perfect way to celebrate the change of seasons in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Lederhosen and dirndls encouraged! Bring the kids on Saturday, when they will find crafts, games and their favorite entertainers in the Kinderzone.
Volunteers Needed!
We're seeking volunteers to support activities, registration, bartending, and entertainment. Most volunteer roles are 21+.
Online ticket purchase is recommended, as capacity will be limited.
Tickets are non-refundable. Bier-Garden is a rain or shine event, except in case of severe weather. If you are unable to attend the event, please consider your ticket purchase as a donation to help keep Maymont free and open year-round.
Fun in the Festhaus
Grab a seat at the long tables under the big Festhaus tents with your bratwurst and beer while enjoying live music performances.
FRIDAY: Pay Rent Brass Band
SATURDAY: The Original Elbe Musikanten German Band and folk dances by the Hirschjäger Dancers from 11am-3pm, Pay Rent Brass Band at 4pm, No BS! Brass Band at 7pm
Get out on the dance floor for the traditional Chicken Dance or test your strength with the Stein-Hoisting Contest presented by Capital Ale House.
TICKETS
General Admission
- Adult: $10
- Child (3-16): $5
- Children under 3 free
Maymont Members
- Adult: FREE
- Child: FREE
Museums for All*
- Adult: FREE
- Child: FREE
*Museums For All tickets available with EBT/SNAP card; tickets can be purchased in advance at The Robins Nature Center or Stone Barn Welcome Center Fri-Sun, 10am-5pm; or at the event.
Capital Ale House Stein Upgrade: $16
Upgrade your ticket and receive a 20oz glass stein, one beverage token and larger servings for each additional drink purchase. 21+ only.
Beverage Options
Drink tokens are $8 each for a 14oz pour. Don't forget: you can upgrade your ticket to receive a commemorative beer stein presented by Capital Ale House and larger pours with each purchase! Beverage choices include brews from:
Non-alcoholic beer options will be provided by Paulaner and Bitburger.
Food Options
A selection of German-style food and fun treats are available for separate purchase:
- Traditional German cuisine prepared by Capital Ale House
- Hots & brats by The Mayor Meats
- Ryba’s Pierogies
- Pretzel tent by Capital Ale House
- Scoops Ice Cream
- Pops Kettle Corn
- Funnel Cake Recess (Friday)
- Strawberry Street Events (Saturday)
Kinderzone for Kids
- Live entertainment from Jonathan the Juggler
- Creature Features with the environmental education staff
- Bavarian crafts, including lebkuchen (gingerbread heart necklaces), coloring sheets, flower frames and leaf art
- Face painting by Goldfish Swim School
- Publix Activity Tent
- Inflatable games
Additional Information
Event parking is available at the Historic Estate Entrance and The Robins Nature Center in addition to street parking. The Farm entrance will be closed for the event. Guests will enter through the Hampton Street Gate at the south end of the Historic Estate parking lot.
On Saturday, The Robins Nature Center will be open to guests with Bier-Garden tickets from 11am-5pm. The Maymont Mansion will be closed to the public.
If your company is interested in sponsoring or being a partner this event, email our development team at development@maymont.org.
Thank you to our event partners!
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