Welcome to the Oktoberfest

The festival of the City of Munich. In 2026, the 191st Oktoberfest will take place from September 19 to October 4 on the Theresienwiese. 
Oktoberfest is the world’s largest folk festival, a unique work of art in its own right, and a piece of Munich’s soul. It is a tradition that customs and the Bavarian way of life find a vibrant renewal right here. Oktoberfest embodies the sense of home and the hospitality of the people of Munich—a folk festival for everyone, offering a wide variety of delightful experiences for all the senses at the highest level of quality. The core of the Oktoberfest brand embodies connection, shared experiences, and a zest for life.