Oktoberfest Munich 2026

Festival in Germany

Sep 19, 2026 • Oct 4, 2026

Sarah Pagel · Updated 5 October 2026

About this festival

Oktoberfest is the world's largest annual folk festival, held in Munich, Germany, featuring massive beer tents, traditional Bavarian music, and a vibrant funfair. Drawing millions of international visitors, the event celebrates German heritage with parades, local cuisine, and specially brewed beers from Munich's historic breweries.

What Oktoberfest Munich offers

No camping
Free admission

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Where it was

Theresienwiese

Theresienwiese, 80339 Munchen, Germany

Local Currency: EUR

The local currency is EUR.

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5 October 2026