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Oktoberfest
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Oktoberfest is the world's largest beer festival and Volksfest, held annually in Munich on the Theresienwiese for about two weeks from mid-September. Visitors can enjoy beer from Munich's six major breweries and traditional Bavarian food across 14 large tents, alongside folk performances and a fun fair. Weekend tent entry is highly competitive; weekday visits or advance table reservations are recommended.
- Date
- 2026-09-19 ~ 2026-10-04
- City
- Munich
- Country
- 🇩🇪 Germany
- Audience
- All ages (21+ for beer), tourists
- Hotels (per night)
- $220–550
- Venue
- Theresienwiese
Typical 8–17°C · ~41% chance of rain on a given day (2016-2025 avg)
✈️ Getting There
- Airport Munich Airport (MUC) — 45 min by S-Bahn
- Local access U4/U5 to Theresienwiese station, right at the grounds
- Where to base Anywhere central Munich — book ~6 months ahead; nearby towns as backup
⭐ Community & Reviews
Mentioned ~22× across the web in the last 6 months
- “Technically a folk festival rather than a beer festival, Oktoberfest features plenty of merrymakers in traditional lederhosen and dirndl dresses belting out old”
- “Oktoberfest is a 16-day festival in Munich celebrating Bavarian culture, beer, food, and music. Here's what you need to know. History and Significance Oktoberfe”
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FAQ
When is Oktoberfest 2026?
It runs 2026-09-19 ~ 2026-10-04. That's 79 days from now.
Where is Oktoberfest held?
In Munich, Germany, at Theresienwiese.
How do I get tickets?
Check the official site for on-sale dates. Popular festivals sell out early.
Where should I stay?
Anywhere central Munich — book ~6 months ahead; nearby towns as backup
What's the weather like?
Based on the last 10 years, expect 8–17°C with roughly a 41% chance of rain on any given day.