With October finally here, a restaurant in Crystal City is transforming its outdoor patio and park space into an Oktoberfest-themed beer garden this weekend.
Festivities at Surreal will include long, communal picnic tables, refreshment kiosks and a central entertainment stage where DJs and live music will play throughout the day. Doors open at 2 p.m. for the celebration, which promises an “authentic beer selection,” live music, games and festival food.
Expected snacks include traditional German fare like bratwurst, pretzels, schnitzel and other “Bavarian twists,” as well as German beers and local craft brews. Guests can also expect a stein-holding competition and a costume contest.
General admission is free, or guests can reserve a “Prost Pass VIP” option which includes “fast pass” entry and a souvenir stein for $11.
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More Oktoberfest events nearby
Astro Beer Hall
From 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, guests in Shirlington can enjoy “music, beer and pretzel specials, photo opportunities, and a festive stein-holding contest” as well as German brews from Paulaner Brauerei München. Attendees who arrive in lederhosen or dirndl will receive a 10% discount.
4001 Campbell Avenue, Shirlington
Covet and Urban Farmhouse
From 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, these boutiques are hosting a joint party with food, drinks and music on a beer garden-themed porch.
5140 Wilson Blvd, Bluemont
Clarendon Blocktoberfest
This Clarendon Ballroom street festival kicks off at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, with live music and DJs, yard games, contests and souvenir steins. First come, first serve admission is free. Attendees can guarantee admission with a $12 for VIP “fast pass” which comes with a pretzel and house beer or shooter.
Wilson Blvd and N. Irving Street, Clarendon
