National Kegger Weekend
Observed
the second weekend in October
Dates
October 12th, 2024 to October 13th, 2024
October 11th, 2025 to October 12th, 2025
October 10th, 2026 to October 11th, 2026
October 9th, 2027 to October 10th, 2027
October 14th, 2028 to October 15th, 2028
Tags
Drugs & Alcohol
Food & Drink
Fun & Games
Hashtags
Sources
National Kegger Weekend is a lighthearted celebration of the keg party, observed during the second weekend in October. Merriam-Webster defines a kegger as a party featuring one or more kegs of beer, also known as a keg party.
A 2017 Thrillist roundup listed National Kegger Weekend among several unusual alcohol-related observances and portrayed it as an excuse to extend a keg party across an entire weekend. Reliable sources do not identify the observance’s creator, founding date, or any official recognition, so it is best understood as an informal novelty holiday.
How to Observe National Kegger Weekend
Adults of legal drinking age may celebrate by hosting a responsible gathering with a keg of beer, or by attending one where alcohol is served legally. Offer plenty of food, water, and appealing alcohol-free drinks, and never pressure anyone to drink. Make transportation plans before the party begins so nobody drives after drinking. Drinking is optional: a keg of root beer, sparkling water, or another nonalcoholic beverage can preserve the party theme without alcohol. The CDC advises that drinking less or not drinking at all lowers alcohol-related health risks.


