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Saturday & Sunday, September 21 & 22
11am – 7:30pm
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-day German-style festival is the perfect way to celebrate the change of seasons in a beautiful outdoor setting. Join in the world’s largest folk festival without traveling to Munich!
Hoist a stein of authentic Paulaner beer or a special craft brew by Bingo Beer Co or Väsen. Savor mouth-watering Bavarian specialties crafted by Capital Ale House and fun festival treats from your favorite food trucks.
Wear your lederhosen or dirndl and join in the Capital Ale House Stein-Hoisting Contest. Revelers of all ages will find a festive outdoor scene amidst Maymont’s historic European-style buildings while enjoying lively music, yard games, and more. Bring home some artisanal treats from the Marketplatz.
Kids are welcome, too, for an afternoon of crafts, games, friendly farm animals and more in the Kinderzone.
Event ticket includes free admission to The Robins Nature Center until 5pm.
Volunteers Needed!
Support Maymont while having fun! 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.
TICKETS
General Admission
- Adult: $10
- Child (3-16): $6
- 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 (Tues–Sun) 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 18oz glass stein, one beverage token and larger servings for each additional drink purchase. 21+ only, while supplies last.
Food, Beer and Fun!
Get into the Oktoberfest spirit with a variety of food and beverage options and plenty of space to spread out! Grab a picnic table or a bench on the lawn, or take a seat at a long table in the large Festhaus tent. DJ BearBonez and juggler Jonathan Austin will keep you entertained all day. Brass bands will cap off the entertainment each evening until 7:30 pm, with Pay Rent Brass Band on Saturday and The Monumentals on Sunday night.
Drink tokens are $8 each for a 16 oz pour of Paulaner beer and a curated selection of craft beers from Bingo Beer Co. and Väsen. Gluten-free cider also available.
A selection of German-style food and fun treats are available for separate purchase:
- Traditional German cuisine prepared by Capital Ale House
- Pretzel tent by Capital Ale House
- Hots & Brats with Ryba's Pierogi
- Croughnuts, cobblers, and more by JC Desserts
- Pops Kettle Corn
- Waffles on Wheels (Saturday Only)
- Funnel Cake Recess (Sunday Only)
- Strawberry Street Events
- Fries in Disguise
NEW! Marketplatz of Local Artisans
- Black Heath Meadery
- Monday Morning Press
- Crescent Simples
- Back Pocket Provisions
- MOTHER Shrub
- Savory Blends Tea Co.
- Sophia Alexander Candle Co.
- Preciousowl
- Virago Spirits — sample tastings and bottles for purchase (must be 21+ with ID)
- Chocoberry
- AR's Hot Southern Honey
Saturday
11am–5pm — DJ BearBonez
11:30am — Pint-Sized Pups Parade*
12pm — Jonathan the Juggler
1pm — Chicken Dance
1:30pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
2pm — Jonathan the Juggler
3pm — Chicken Dance
3:30pm — Pint-Sized Pups Parade
4:30pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
5:45pm — Chicken Dance
6:45pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
5–7:30pm — Pay Rent Brass Band
Sunday
11am–5pm — DJ BearBonez
11:30am — Pint-Sized Pups Parade*
12pm — Jonathan the Juggler
1pm — Chicken Dance
1:30pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
2pm — Jonathan the Juggler
3pm — Chicken Dance
3:30pm — Pint-Sized Pups Parade
4:30pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
5:45pm — Chicken Dance
6:45pm — Stein Hoisting Competition presented by Capital Ale
5–7:30pm — The Monumentals
*Pint-Sized Pup Parades
The Dachshund Enlightenment Foundation will be bringing doxies decked out in tiny costumes for four pup parades! (Apart from these trained pup professionals, pets are not permitted at Bier-Garden.)
Fun in the Kinderzone
- Bavarian crafts, including lebkuchen (gingerbread heart necklaces), coloring sheets, temporary tattoos, and more!
- Planting station
- Inflatables
- Face painting with Goldfish Swim School
- Friendly animal ambassadors
- RVAExpress Train
Additional Information
Event parking is available at the Historic Estate Entrance, The Robins Nature Center, and Maymont Farm in addition to street parking.
Bier-Garden admission includes entry to The Robins Nature Center 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!
