Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest 2018 - Program

Oktoberfest 2018 will begin at the end of the usual parade ”Wiesn-Einzug der Festwirte und Brauereien” with the symbolic opening of the first cask by the mayor during the famous opening ceremony “O’ zapft is” at 12.00 on 22 September, and will finish at 23.30 on 7 October. The halls will open during the week at 10.00 and at weekends at 09.00 hrs, closing at 23.00 (except for a few halls that will postpone closing time until one at night). During the 16 days of Oktoberfest the program is marked by several events that are now... Read more >>

Oktoberfest

How do you explain to the few who have never been what the... Read more >>

O' Zapft is

O'Zapft is! This is the phrase in Bavarian dialect with which every... Read more >>

Guided tour

Find the bus to Isartor (terminal) and depart for Stachus-Königsplatz... Read more >>

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Map of the Oktoberfest

Below discover how to get around inside the Theresienwiese, and take a virtual tour of the Wiesn; by scrolling the map discover where the small and large tents are, the public services, rescue points, the... Read more >>

The Oktoberfest parade Trachten und Schützenzug

Each year from 1950 to the present day the Trachten und Schützenzug is held on the first Sunday of Oktoberfest, the traditional parade commemorating what... Read more >>

The Wiesn-Einzug der Festwirte und Brauereien parade

Since 1887 the traditional Wiesn-Einzug der Festwirte und Brauereien parade has been the prelude to the Oktoberfest. It is the festival... Read more >>

The large tents of the Oktoberfest

The main and distinctive feature of the Oktoberfest are the large tents of the 6 historic breweries in Munich! There are 14 large tents in total and they all differ from one other in terms of atmosphere, the culinary delights and of course the beer served, making it difficult to decide where to spend the day! Each with its own history, each with its own style, each with its... Read more >>

ARMBRUSTSCHÜTZENZELT

The Armbrustschützenzelt having a capacity of around 7,500 seats, is one of the favoured tents of Bavarians and has been at the Oktoberfest since 1895. ... Read more >>

AUGUSTINER-BRÄU

There are over 8,500 seats in the Augustiner. For many it is the best tent in which to spend the Oktoberfest, it is certainly distinguished from the others by more than one element; indeed... Read more >>

BRÄUROSL / PSCHORRBRÄU-FESTHALLE

This tent has 8,400 seats after the latest extension in 2010. Since 1963, this tent has been managed by the Heide family, to date by seven generations, and is named after the owner's daughter,... Read more >>

FISCHER-VRONI

The Fischer-Vroni is one of the smaller tents among the 14 of the Oktoberfest, with approximately 3,800 seats. The name gives away its identity, indeed great fish dishes are served here, mackerel is the... Read more >>

HACKER FESTZELT

The Hacker tent has 9,300 seats. The ceiling was decorated in 2004 with clouds and stars in memory of a folk tale dedicated to Aloisio, a Munich citizen who dies and goes to... Read more >>

HIPPODROM

The Hippodrom accounts for around 4,200 seats, and so is a relatively small tent but is famous for its special atmosphere. Its fame is due to the fact that it is said to... Read more >>

HOFBRÄU-FESTZELT

The Hofbräu tent is the second largest of its kind at the Oktoberfest. it accounts for a total of 9,992 seats. It is also the only tent with a zone where it is allowed... Read more >>

KÄFER'S WIESN-SCHÄNKE

It is one of the smaller tents with approximately 3,000 seats, frequented by high society eager to stay away from noisy crowds. It made its entrance at the Wiesn in 1971, and is distinguished... Read more >>

LÖWENBRÄU-FESTZELT

With around 9,500 seats, it is one of the largest tents at the Oktoberfest. Visible from both sides of the Wiesn with its 37 meter high tower, its distinguishing feature is however, a four... Read more >>

MARSTALL

The Marstall is the Oktoberfest's brand new tent that will be opened to the public in... Read more >>

OCHSENBRATEREI

The tent has a surface area of 4,200 square meters and has around 7,600 seats. The culinary speciality is the ox, cooked in a thousand different ways, and as testimony to this, a huge... Read more >>

SCHOTTENHAMEL FESTZELT

The Schottenhamel has 9,000 seats, taking into account the indoor seating and the Biergarten. It is here that the customary tradition "O'zapft is" is celebrated, and it is here every year that the... Read more >>

SCHÜTZEN FESTZELT

The tent has around 5,400 seats, including the Biergarten which was added in 2006. It was one of the first tents to make an appearance at the Wiesn, but the tent was rebuilt... Read more >>

WEINZELT

With its 2,500 seats it is considered by many visitors to be the most beautiful tent at the Oktoberfest. Unlike the other tents, wine is consumed here with a selection of more than 15... Read more >>

WINZERER FÄHNDL

This is the largest tent at the Oktoberfest with 10,900 seats (8,450 indoor!), as well as being the preferred choice of the Bayern Munich players and fans. The name originates from the era... Read more >>

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Oktoberfest Luna Park

The Oktoberfest is not only famous for beer, its cuisine, its traditional outfits, its over indulgences and its music, but also for its Luna Park, rich in attractions, some of which are centuries old, others ultra modern, with a particular attention for lovers of both thrills and speed, for both children and families. The amusement park is open daily from 10 am until midnight. Many visitors to the Wiesn the... Read more >>

Oktoberfest News

A number of strange facts that you are perhaps unaware of…

24/08/2014 Up to 7 October beer lovers meet in Munich for the Oktoberfest. This is the most...

The „Wiesnzelt“ at Stiglmaierplatz – The only party of its kind to the Oktoberfest Munich!

19/08/2014 It became almost impossible to enter the beertents at the Theresienwiese without advanced booking. For everyone,...

Do you know how many nations in the world celebrate an event similar to the Oktoberfest?

16/08/2014 The Oktoberfest is the most famous festival in the world, and has many competitors in different...

The small Oktoberfest tents

The Oktoberfest is not only made up of the 14 large tents but is also composed of 21 smaller tents that not only increase the variety of choice but also offer an ideal atmosphere to enjoy the true atmosphere of the Oktoberfest. Some of them have been at Wiesn for centuries and represent a piece of the history of the festival, some of them offer a quiet family environment, others a young and "alternative" atmosphere. In the "small" tents, the seating ranges from a minimum of 60 to a maximum of almost 900, the beer is the same served in the large tents and some of them also offer exotic cocktails or a... Read more >>

History of the Oktoberfest

History of the Oktoberfest - The origins 1810 On 12 October 1810 Crown Prince Ludwig, who later became King Ludwig I, married the Princess Teresa of Sassonia-Hildburghausen . All the... Read more >>

FAQ about the Oktoberfest

When is Oktoberfest? 2018: from 22 September to 7 October. 2019: from 21 September to 6 October. 2020: from 19 September to 4 October. Traditionally the... Read more >>

The Oktoberfest beer

The Oktoberfest beer, served by the 6 breweries in Munich inside 14 large tents and 21 small tents is of the Märzen variety. Märzen is a low fermentation beer and... Read more >>

Oktoberfest Advice

Here are some useful tips to organise your stay at the Wiesn What to put in your suitcase ... Read more >>

Hotel Oktoberfest

If you are thinking of staying in Munich during the Oktoberfest and you require a hotel, you can find here a selection... Read more >>

How to get to the Oktoberfest

The Oktoberfest is held at the Theresienwiese, near the centre of Munich, Bavaria, and is well serviced by the metropolitan... Read more >>

Dirndl and Lederhosen: The Oktoberfest's Costumes

This is the traditional Bavarian costume that has inspired a real and typical style, a type of clothing line called... Read more >>

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Oktoberfest Turnout Forecast

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Want to go to Oktoberfest but have no idea what days will have a greater turnout or which are the days when it will be easier to find a place to sit inside the halls? Here you will find the expected turnout during each of the days of the Oktoberfest.