Music Competition Oktoberfest
The fans have decided: The online public vote ran from June 1 to 28. Seven songs by musicians from Bavaria and the Alpine region were up for selection. The winner will be announced live on stage on August 1.
Here's how the music competition went
The contest “Oktoberfest Is Looking for You: A Song for the Wiesn” is open to musicians from Bavaria and neighboring regions, as well as anyone who feels a musical connection to Oktoberfest. Through new compositions or interpretations of well-known pieces, participants can give fresh expression to the spirit of the festival. The song should convey a cheerful mood, evoke positive emotions, and fit the exuberant atmosphere of the festival.
122 songs were submitted
From March 26 to April 26, a total of 122 songs were submitted. In a preliminary selection process involving Wolfgang Köbele, bandleader of the Münchner Zwietracht, and Matthias Weber, music director at Antenne Bayern, the songs were reviewed to ensure they met the contest rules. These criteria included playability, release date, and suitability for the festival tent.
A panel of Oktoberfest professionals and music experts then selected the seven songs for the public vote. Among those involved were the competition’s sponsors: Andreas Maisberger, managing director of the Munich Brewers’ Association (Verein Münchner Brauereien e.V.), and Katharina Inselkammer, representing the Munich Oktoberfest innkeepers.
All Oktoberfest fans were invited to participate!
From June 1 through June 28 at midnight, music fans could vote online for their personal favorite song. It’s worth taking part: Among those who participate in the public vote, 20 sets of four seats—each including two beer vouchers and a chicken voucher—will be raffled off by the Munich Brewers’ Association (Verein der Münchner Brauereien e.V.).
The winning song will be performed on August 1 at the “Brass Wiesn”
Following the results of the public vote, the winning song will be performed live on August 1 on the main stage at Brass Wiesn in Eching. Brass Wiesn is considered Germany’s largest brass and wind music festival and takes place annually in the summer at the recreational grounds on Lake Eching near Munich. The multi-day open-air event combines traditional Bavarian folk music, brass music, and Austro-pop with modern beats, brass sounds, and a lively festival atmosphere. Tickets are available at www.brasswiesn.de
Event Organizer and Organization
The music competition organized by the Department of Labor and Economic Affairs is being held in collaboration with Antenne Bayern, Brass Wiesn, the Association of Munich Breweries, and the Association of Munich Oktoberfest Landlords. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Festring München e. V. for their support. Michael Fenzl, winner of the 2025 music competition, is serving as the musical patron.
