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Oktoberfest 2025: Complete Guide to Munich's World-Famous Beer Festival

November 5, 20248 min read

Everything you need to know about attending Oktoberfest in Munich, from beer tents and traditional food to accommodation and festival tips.

Oktoberfest: The World's Largest Folk Festival

Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest (beer festival and traveling funfair), held annually in Munich, Germany. Despite its name, most of Oktoberfest takes place in September.

Oktoberfest 2025 Dates

  • September 20 - October 5, 2025
  • Opening ceremony at noon on the first Saturday
  • The Lord Mayor taps the first keg with "O'zapft is!" (It's tapped!)

    • The Beer Tents

    Fourteen large and numerous smaller tents serve beer from Munich's six major breweries:

  • Hofbräu-Festzelt: Most international crowd
  • Augustiner-Festhalle: Local favorite
  • Hacker-Pschorr: The "Himmel der Bayern"
  • Schottenhamel: Where the opening ceremony takes place

    • Traditional Food

    Bavarian specialties to enjoy:

  • Schweinshaxe: Roasted pork knuckle
  • Hendl: Roasted chicken
  • Brezen: Giant pretzels
  • Weisswurst: White sausage
  • Obatzda: Cheese spread

    • Dress Code: Tracht

    Traditional Bavarian clothing is encouraged:

  • Men: Lederhosen with checkered shirts
  • Women: Dirndl dresses

    • Planning Your Oktoberfest Calendar

  • Book accommodation 6-12 months in advance
  • Reserve beer tent tables (if possible)
  • Plan to arrive early (tents fill by afternoon)
  • Budget for expenses (beer, food, rides)
  • Learn basic German phrases

    • Tips for First-Timers

  • Weekdays are less crowded than weekends
  • Pace yourself with the beer (1 liter steins!)
  • Respect the traditions and fellow guests
  • Try the rides and games on the fairgrounds
  • Visit during the day for a different atmosphere

    • Oktoberfest celebrates Bavarian culture, community, and the art of brewing that has been perfected over centuries.

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