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Taptoberfest

Date: Sat, Sep 19, 2026

Time: Sat., 3-8pm

Venue: Tap Yard House, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Family

Raise a glass to the official first day of Oktoberfest in our Biergarten during Taptoberfest! We've got a spirited Oktoberfest celebration in store for the whole family. For our second year of Taptoberfest, we're pulling out all the stops. Here's what you can expect: Seasonal beers and Taptoberfest specials Live Music from The Oak City Polka Kings Pretzel Necklaces Yard Games and fun Taptoberfest Activities for All Ages. Mark your calendars and bring the whole crew (even kids and pups!)

Family · Raleigh

Taptoberfest

Arrive right at 3 PM to grab a picnic table before the crowd builds.

When
This Saturday
Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Sat., 3-8pm
Where
Tap Yard House
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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Taptoberfest is an afternoon autumn festival held in the outdoor biergarten at Tap Yard Raleigh, featuring live polka music, seasonal beverages, and activities for all ages. The event marks the start of the traditional German festival season with a relaxed, neighborhood block party atmosphere. If you are planning to attend, entry is free, and both children and leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor yard. The Oak City Polka Kings will provide the soundtrack, and kids can stay busy with lawn games and DIY pretzel necklaces. Because this is an outdoor venue with limited natural shade, bringing sunscreen and hats for the kids is highly recommended. This event makes a great weekend outing because it offers a spacious, fenced-in outdoor area where children can move around freely while parents sit back, listen to live music, and enjoy a seasonal beverage in the afternoon sun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission fee for Taptoberfest?
No, entry to the event and the biergarten is completely free for all attendees.
Are children and dogs allowed at Tap Yard Raleigh?
Yes, this is a kid-friendly and dog-friendly venue, meaning both your children and your leashed pets are welcome to join.

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This Saturday

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Taptoberfest runs Sat, Sep 19, 2026, Sat., 3-8pm.

Getting There

Tap Yard House is at 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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