Learn beer, Love beer, Repeat
Our Beer School series is all about sipping, socializing, and soaking up the stories behind what’s in your glass. These aren’t your average lectures – each “class” is led by a Great Dane brewer and packed with flavorful pours, fun facts, and a few surprises.
We explore new beer styles at every session, with themes that range from seasonal favorites to funky flavor fusions. Whether you’re a hop head, malt lover, or lager loyalist, there’s something here for you.



UPCOMING BEER SCHOOL
Oktoberfest Is In Session
From day one – over three decades ago – we’ve brewed countless beers inspired by German styles. Whether it’s our German Lager, traditional (and dare we mention, award winning?) Oktoberfest, or one of our seasonal specialties, brewing beautiful lagers is what we do.
Join us at our Oktoberfest Beer School to taste a range of Traditional German-style beers, including our Oktoberfest. Plus, you’ll get all the delicious details behind the beers, so you can quench knowledge and thirst. To us, it just may be the perfect version of school.
OKTOBERFEST BEER SCHOOL DETAILS
What You Get:
– Five 4-ounce beer samples, featuring: Dane’s Oktoberfest – a 4x winner at the Great American Beer Fest
– A varied collection of Traditional German-style Great Dane brews
– Oktoberfests from local guest breweries (more info coming soon!)
– One full 20-ounce pour of your favorite
– Light snacks and signature Dane swag
– A casual, guided tasting led by a Great Dane brewer
– Raffle entry for bonus prizes
When:
7–8:30 p.m., Sunday, September 28
Where:
Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company, 123 E. Doty St., Madison, WI (Downtown Location)
Ticket Price:
$40 (Includes everything above)
