Archive · 28 Sep 2025
Oktoberfest 2025 Returns to The Wharf in D.C.
Oktoberfest is coming back to The Wharf in Washington D.C.!
On October 4th, you can enjoy a day filled with beer, music, and fun.
There will be the Wiener 500, a dachshund race where dogs compete, and a stein hoisting championship to test your strength.
You can also learn to polka dance at the free classes!
If you love dogs, Rural Dog Rescue will have adoptable dogs at the event.
All types of dogs are welcome.
Oktoberfest at The Wharf will be held on October 4, 2025.
The event will include the Wiener 500 dachshund dash, the Stein Hoisting Championship, and a Polka dance party.
Free polka dance classes will be available at the event.
Registration and an entry fee are required for the Wiener 500 dachshund dash.
The event is pet-friendly, and Rural Dog Rescue will have dogs available for adoption.
- Who
- Organized by The Wharf restaurant chain.
- What
- An annual event celebrating the German Oktoberfest festival.
- When
- October 4, 2025.
- Where
- The Wharf in Washington D.C.
- Why
- To celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, dancing, and competitions.
- Event
- Oktoberfest at The Wharf
- Date
- October 4, 2025
- Location
- The Wharf, Washington D.C.
- Main Events
- Wiener 500 Dachshund Dash, Stein Hoisting Championship, Polka Dance Party
- Entry Requirements
- Must be 21+ to purchase alcohol
- Dachshund Dash Registration
- Required, with entry fee
- Beneficiary
- Rural Dog Rescue