Oide Wiesn 2027 – Munich’s Historic Oktoberfest

Historic Rides for €1.50

The Oide Wiesn is not about the latest high-speed thrill rides. Instead, it brings together lovingly preserved fairground classics. These include the “Kettenflieger Kalb,” a swing carousel dating from 1919 and featuring its original historic artwork. The “Fahrt ins Paradies” mountain-and-valley ride was built in 1939 and restored after spending several decades in storage.

Other attractions include a traditional boat swing, historic children’s carousels and the “Holzpfosten-Scooter,” a bumper-car ride styled after those of the 1960s and 1970s. At “Dicke Berta,” visitors can test their strength with a 30-kilogram cannon. Traditional ball-toss and shooting-gallery booths complete the historic fairground atmosphere.

The grounds also feature a restored circus wagon dating from 1970. Inside, visitors can sit on old streetcar benches and enjoy coffee and Bavarian fried pastries. Two free drinking-water fountains are also available.

👉 At the Oide Wiesn on the southern section of the Theresienwiese, all historic rides cost €1.50 per ride.

Three Beer Tents with Brass Music, Folk Dancing and Gstanzl Songs

The Oide Wiesn has three beer tents, each with its own musical focus. The Festzelt Tradition celebrates traditional dress and brass music, the Schützenlisl focuses on Munich’s folk-singing tradition, and the Boandlkramerei presents the full spectrum of Bavarian folk music and contemporary Alpine sounds.

👉 From September 18 to October 3, 2027, the three Oide Wiesn beer tents combine a more relaxed Oktoberfest atmosphere with daily live music and Bavarian traditions.

Festzelt Tradition: Traditional Dress and Music

The Munich Oktoberfest Musicians, led by Wolfgang Grünbauer, perform in the largest tent at the "Oide Wiesn." Guest bands, traditional costume associations, *Schuhplattler* dancers, and *Goaßlschnalzer* (traditional whip-crackers) also perform twice daily. Dancing takes place on the raised stage in the center of the tent as well as on an outdoor dance floor.

Throughout the festival, various regional traditional costume associations, music bands, and evening groups from the Isargau region take turns performing.

Augustiner Oktoberfest beer is served from wooden barrels in traditional stone mugs. For families, there is a "lemonade garden" featuring a lemonade fountain, covered stroller parking, children's restrooms, and baby-changing facilities.

Schützenlisl: Singing, Gstanzl and Munich Folk Music

At the Schützenlisl, the audience doesn't just sit in front of the stage: musical director Traudi Siferlinger invites everyone to join in a sing-along every day, with free songbooks provided to help with the choruses. In between, the atmosphere is enlivened by folk singers, *Gstanzl* (traditional improvised verses), *Couplets*, and brass and tavern music.

The tent pays tribute to the historical figure Schützenlisl—Coletta Möritz—who became a well-known personality at the Munich Oktoberfest in the 19th century. In 2026, Michael Bietsch, Florian Fendt, and Manfred Kneifel took over as the new trio of hosts; Hacker-Pschorr Oktoberfest beer is served from wooden barrels.

Boandlkramerei: More Than 80 Musical Groups

With its raised booths, large dance floor, and a ceiling painted in the blue-and-white pattern of the Bavarian sky, the Boandlkramerei is reminiscent of a traditional tavern. Opened in 2024, the tent features a daily changing lineup of folk music, traditional Bavarian *Tanzlmusi*, and modern sounds with local roots. Augustiner Oktoberfest beer is served from wooden barrels.

Museum Tent 2027: Haunted Rides, Velodrome and Oktoberfest History

Inside the museum tent, historical vehicles, fairground artifacts, and exhibits from the collections of the Munich City Museum and the Munich Showmen’s Foundation tell the story of Oktoberfest. A special exhibition is featured every year.

One of the permanent attractions is a replica of the "Humorous Velodrome," where you can take a few spins yourself on unusual bicycles. Outside the tent, the "Bulldog-Rondell" displays historical tractors. The complete series of official Oktoberfest posters dating back to 1952 is also on display in the museum tent.

The tent is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and offers seating for around 350 people. Small brass and traditional dance music ensembles perform waltzes, polkas, and marches on the music stage.

👉 The "Oide Wiesn" museum tent, located in the southern section of the Theresienwiese, combines historical fairground exhibits with traditional live music.

Free Children’s Activities and Marionette Theater

On selected days, the museum tent offers face painting and balloon art. Barrel-organ players introduce children to their instruments, a high-wheel cyclist explains the history and technology of early bicycles, and the association for the Bavarian language and its dialects teaches children Bavarian words through playful activities.

Children can also take part in a scavenger hunt across the festival grounds and answer questions about the history of traveling fairs. Anyone who answers all the questions correctly receives an Oktoberfest diploma and a small prize.

The Münchner Marionettentheater presents a changing program every hour from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with no additional admission charge. The lemonade garden at the Festzelt Tradition, historic children’s carousels and the Velodrome also make the Oide Wiesn a great destination for families.

👉 Children ages 14 and under enter the Oide Wiesn free of charge and can explore historic rides, the museum tent and numerous hands-on activities.

Opening Hours and Prices for 2026

Admission and Tickets

• Admission for visitors ages 15 and over: €4
• Admission after 9 p.m.: Free
• Children ages 14 and under: Free
• Visitors with a recognized degree of disability of 50 or higher: Free
• Visitors whose German disability ID includes the “B” designation may bring one accompanying person free of charge
• Historic rides: €1.50 per ride
• One liter of beer in the tents: €14.80 to €15.80
• The cultural programs in the beer tents are included in the admission price
• Tickets are available at the entrance, at the official Tourist Information offices on the Oktoberfest grounds and online through München Ticket

Beer Tent Opening Hours

• Daily: 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Beer service: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Music: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Ride and Booth Opening Hours

• Opening day, September 19: Noon to midnight
• Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to midnight
• Sunday and public holidays: 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Getting to the Oide Wiesn

The Oide Wiesn occupies an enclosed area on the southern section of the Theresienwiese. Goetheplatz and Poccistraße are the most convenient subway stations for this part of the festival grounds. From Theresienwiese station, visitors can walk across the Oktoberfest grounds to reach the Oide Wiesn.

• Subway: U3/U6 to Goetheplatz or Poccistraße
• Subway: U4/U5 to Theresienwiese
• S-Bahn: To Hackerbrücke, followed by a walk across the Theresienwiese
• Address: Theresienwiese, 80336 Munich

Parking is extremely limited around Oktoberfest, so taking public transportation is strongly recommended.

From an Anniversary Celebration to an Oktoberfest Tradition

The Oide Wiesn grew out of the “Historische Wiesn,” which was created in 2010 to mark the 200th anniversary of Oktoberfest. Its historic rides, Bavarian traditions and more relaxed festival atmosphere proved so popular that the Munich City Council decided to continue the event.

Since 2011, the Oide Wiesn has been a regular part of Oktoberfest, with occasional changes to its layout and program. Its name comes from the Bavarian dialect: “Oide Wiesn” means “old Oktoberfest,” while “auf der Oidn Wiesn” means “at the old Oktoberfest.”

👉 The Oide Wiesn originated in 2010 as part of Oktoberfest’s 200th-anniversary celebrations and has continued since 2011 as the festival’s historic and cultural section.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About the Oide Wiesn

When will the Oide Wiesn take place in 2027?

The Oide Wiesn will take place from September 18 to October 3, 2027, on the southern section of the Theresienwiese.

How much does admission to the Oide Wiesn cost?

Admission is €4 for visitors ages 15 and over. Children ages 14 and under enter free of charge. Admission is free for everyone after 9 p.m (2026).

How much do the rides cost?

Each ride on one of the historic attractions costs €1.50.

Is the Oide Wiesn suitable for children?

Yes. Families will find historic children’s rides, hands-on activities in the museum tent, performances by the Münchner Marionettentheater and special family amenities at the Festzelt Tradition.

Do I need a reservation for the beer tents?

No. Reservations are not generally required, although they are recommended during particularly busy times. Reservations must be made directly with the individual beer tents.

What accessible facilities are available?

The Festzelt Tradition has accessible entrances, wheelchair-accessible seating and accessible restrooms. Visitors with a recognized degree of disability of 50 or higher are admitted to the Oide Wiesn free of charge. If their German disability ID includes the “B” designation, one accompanying person is also admitted free. Additional information is available in the City of Munich’s guide to accessibility at Oktoberfest.