Dahoam1516 is a nonprofit school, learning community and event space in Alameda. We build community through sharing and doing – giving people the confidence to brew, cook and grow, and a table to gather around. Dahoam is Bavarian for "at home": your third place – a place to call your own.
Community Affiliates
Business Partners
Dahoam1516 and affiliated organizations. Small groups, so seats go quickly.
All Dahoam1516 class and event admissions, fees and donations are tax-deductible.
Hosted by Frank Bette Center for the Arts
An exhibition at the Frank Bette Center, open Friday to Sunday through November 28. Mid-show reception Saturday, November 14, 3–5 pm.
Hosted by City of Alameda, with DABA and WABA
Shop and dine local this holiday season. Submit your receipts from participating Alameda businesses, Dahoam1516 included, for a chance to win one of 12 themed prize collections. Winners are announced January 7.
Hosted by Oakland United Beerworks
Make a felt holiday wreath at Oakland United Beerworks' free craft night. All ages, supplies included.
Hosted by Temple Israel
Temple Israel's Alameda Holiday Fest 2026: a day of holiday shopping at vendor booths. Full details on their site.
Hosted by Embarcadero Center
Embarcadero Center's holiday market and 40th annual building lighting.
Hosted by Great Dickens Christmas Fair
A Victorian holiday party: theatre and live acts, shops and makers, food, and Dickens characters. Open weekends Nov 21 – Dec 20, plus Friday, Nov 27.
Hosted by SJMADE
More than 350 makers with handmade gifts, art and treats, on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Free admission and free parking; VTA Great America Station is across the street.
Hosted by Alameda South Shore Center
A free family evening: live music from the Al Marshall Trio, the Tap Dancing Christmas Trees, a free light-up candy cane wand for kids, and the tree lighting with Santa at 5:15 pm.
Hosted by Fellowship of Craft
A weekend craft market with more than 200 Bay Area artists and craftspeople: handmade jewelry, ceramics, textiles, woodworking, home goods and fine art, plus food trucks and music. Free admission; near Lake Merritt BART.
Hosted by Dahoam1516
A relaxed evening with friends in our brewhouse. Come as you are for snacks, games and good company.
Hosted by Alameda NRG
Alameda NRG's open house with a complimentary breakfast: contacts, networking and referrals with Alameda's business networking group. Sign up ahead.
Hosted by Thompson Avenue neighbors
Alameda's neighborhood holiday display, a tradition since 1938: more than 50 decorated and lit homes along one block, a letter drop for Santa, and visits from the Tap Dancing Christmas Trees. Stroll it any night.
Let them know you heard about them from Dahoam1516.
Hands-on, beginner-friendly brewing in our private brewhouse, with Bavarian hops grown on-site.
European-inspired dishes for today's table, taught so you can cook them again at home.
Garden classes in our Friendship Garden. Plant something, harvest it, and believe in the future.
Curated classes, food pairings, and small group gatherings – family, friends & teams.
Friends' nights out, birthdays and parties – for small to medium groups of 12–35.
Small dinner parties, private instruction, Kitchen Dahoam – for groups under 8.
It all comes back to the table. Community builds from sharing together. That is the very of Dahoam.
Every class is built around doing the work together, at a pace for first-timers. You leave with the skill, the recipe and new neighbors.
All classes are taught in English.
We value your reviews. They help us improve our programs and build community.
Amazing Bavarian beers & food!! Great part of Alameda community!! Beer stroll and Father’s day BBQ events were top notch!!!
Their beer making class was a delightful afternoon in a lovely setting.
I attended a beer making class with the Alameda Elks and I had an absolute blast! Hans is a gracious host with a true appreciation for beer and beer making. The snacks and soft pretzels were superb. The garden was stunning and the beer was delicious. I will definitely be back!
A nice hideaway, a bier garden with gracious hosts. Comes highly recommended and is worth a visit.
Great brewing experience! Great atmosphere, wonderful way to spend an afternoon!
My friends and I had a marvelous time with Hans and Pedro at our dahoam1516 beer making class. The beer and food were delicious. We were treated with great hospitality and my husband, who uses a wheelchair, was accompanied in every way possible. Their playful creativity made this a fun experience for us all.
Had a great time! Went with two friends. Food was yummy, tasted many beers and found my favorite. Hans was enjoyable to talk with and so welcoming. Learned a bit of history including a grain war.
Five stars for Dahoam in Alameda! We attended a gardening event and my kids loved it so much we signed up for more. It’s a welcoming, neighborly space that offers a bit of everything. I even took a brewing class and realized it’s much more approachable than I thought! It’s rare to find a non-profit that engages both kids and adults so effectively. We’ll definitely be regulars.
+points for being in Alameda, being bikable and near bus stops, free street parking, refreshing beverages, being a non-profit and just being awesome all around
We had the pleasure to host Hans, Dahoam1516... and the team at the Downtown Alameda Beer Stroll. The compliments never stopped coming about the quality of their beer, and they did a wonderful job educating everyone about the German beers they brew.
Love this little gem. The garden is lovely any time of the year. The cooking classes offered are Bavarian centric, think sausage, schnitzel, Ghoulash. The seasonal classes have included christmas cookies, chocolate Easter eggs )even a pickling class for all that extra zucchini!!! This is a wonderful experience for all ages.
I booked a team event at Dahoam and we had so much fun! My goal was just to find an activity that was not too involved/demanding so we would have time to actually talk and catch up, but would be more enticing than just happy hour. It definitely exceeded expectations and was a perfect team/small group activity!
A Brewhouse, kitchen, garden and biergarten all in one private setting. Team building, celebrations and private chef dinners for small groups.