Oktoberfest grounds in 2024; not the 2026 edition.

Munich · GermanyFestivals & traditions

2026.09.19 — 2026.10.04 · Coming soon

Raise a glass to Munich’s brass-band season.

Oktoberfest Munich 2026

Explore the fairground, hear the tent bands, then consider the separately ticketed Oide Wiesn for a more nostalgic visit.

Find your reason to go

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A REASON TO GO

Theresienwiese2026.09.19 — 2026.10.04Festivals & traditionsFree admission

FIND YOUR REASON

What draws you to this experience?

Around 300 musicians together

At 11am on 27 September, the tent bands play Bavarian marches and songs below the Bavaria statue. Admission is free.

Festivals & traditions

Oide Wiesn: the nostalgic fairground

The separate southern area costs EUR4 to enter; nostalgic rides cost EUR1 each. Make time for a slower fairground visit.

Festivals & traditions

Programme, background & sources

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A LITTLE CLOSER

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IN THEIR WORDS

What stayed with them?

Past Oktoberfest fairground visit; attendance year unspecified.

Great views from the swing ride.

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MAKE IT YOUR EXPERIENCE

Does this fit what you are looking for?

This could be for you if you are…

Travellers drawn to folk traditions, brass bands and big fairgrounds

Before you decide

Weekend tents can reach capacity; pace any alcohol consumption.

FIND YOUR PLACE

Explore the layout. Plan your route.

Choose the morning of 27 September for the massed bands, or a weekday daytime visit for more room.

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FROM AN IDEA TO A PLAN

Make a plan that works for you.

Dates & times

2026.09.19 — 2026.10.04

19 Sep–4 Oct; opening keg tapping at noon on 19 Sep. Daily opening hours vary; check the official schedule.

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More programme details

Around 300 musicians together
Oide Wiesn: the nostalgic fairground

Venue & travel

Theresienwiese, Munich

Take U4/U5 to Theresienwiese or Schwanthalerhöhe; there is no visitor parking on the grounds.

Entry & companions

Main grounds and tents have free admission; capacity limits apply and a seat is not guaranteed.

Tickets & access

Main grounds free · Oide Wiesn EUR 4

Confirm any accessibility arrangements with the venue before travelling.

Sources & image credits

Dates and entry details refer to this edition; individual sessions may differ.

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City of Munich

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