Of the more than 130 showmen's businesses represented at the Wiesn, around 90 percent have their roots in the 19th century. They embody a lively showman tradition: from chain carousels and high-tech ...

What is there to eat at the Oktoberfest? What should not be missed at the Theresienwiese? What you don’t know about the beer and Munich’s breweries, the ultimate recipe for homemade gingerbread ...

Good things come in small packages: In addition to the larger festival tents on the fairground and the Oide Wiesn, there are also smaller and medium-sized outlets. Here everyone will find the right ...

When was the first Oktoberfest held, anyway? And how did it all begin? When did it have to be cancelled? Everything you need to know about the tradition and history of the world’s largest folk ...

Thousands of participants in traditional costumes, traditional shooters and musicians parade from Maximilianstraße to Theresienwiese during the Trachten- und Schützenzug ( traditional costume and ...

On the Ferris wheel, marvel at Oktoberfest from above, prove your strength at the Hau den Lukas strongman game, or get an adrenaline kick on the Breakdancer ride. Oktoberfest attractions for young and ...

Only beer from established and reputable traditional Munich breweries may be served at Oktoberfest. These are currently: Augustinerbrauerei, Hacker-Pschorr Brauerei, Löwenbrauerei, Paulanerbrauerei, ...

For over 200 years Oktoberfest has taken place every year in the same location: on Theresienwiese. What’s so special about this world-famous meadow and where exactly do you find it in Munich? The ...

Do I have to pay admission to the Oktoberfest? Can I take bags and rucksacks onto the festival grounds? Where to take suitcases and prams? Where can I find cash machines and how do I get there and ...

There is always a lot going on at the Theresienwiese. But there are also times at the world's largest folk festival when it's a bit quieter and more leisurely. The Oktoberfest barometer shows for each ...

Here's to a peaceful Oktoberfest! At 12 o'clock sharp, the 191th Munich Oktoberfest will open on September 19, 2026. Traditionally, Lord Mayor of Munich taps the first barrel of beer in the Festhalle ...

The “Ozapft is!” on the first day of the Oktoberfest at 12 midday exactly is world-famous – but when do the beer tents actually open? What time does the music play till, how long can you order beer ...