Between screenings or shows
A two- to four-hour gap: something close by.
- Half-dayBike tour with beer garden stop
- EatHofbräuhaus
Oktoberfest 2027 in Munich: weekend guide and things to do
18 September to 3 October 2027 · ExpectedMunich, GermanyAbout six million visitors
Oktoberfest leaves gaps between screenings, shows and events, and companions without a pass have whole days in Munich. This guide fills them.
Know before you go
- Tents are free to enter but reservations are needed for groups; arrive by 10 am on weekends for unreserved seats.
- Weekday afternoons are calmer and better for families.
Airport to Theresienwiese
Munich airport (MUC) has S1 and S8 trains to the centre in 40 minutes.
U4 and U5 to Theresienwiese, or walk from the Hauptbahnhof.
Public transport directions to Theresienwiese
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Hauptbahnhof and Ludwigsvorstadt | Cheapest rooms, walking distance to the Theresienwiese. |
| Mid-range | Altstadt and Glockenbach | Central and lively. |
| Splurge | Maximilianstrasse | Grand hotels. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Wombat's City Hostel Munich
- Mid-range: Motel One München-Sendlinger Tor
- Splurge: Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual festival stay schedule for 18 September to 3 October 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
A free day
For companions without a pass, or attendees taking a day off.
- Full dayEagle's Nest and Berchtesgaden
Evenings
After the last show of the day.
- EveningBeer and food tour
- EatSchneider Bräuhaus
Rainy day
Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backupAllianz Arena tour
- FreeMarienplatz Glockenspiel at 11 am and noon.
Family-friendly picks
Full day · Family
Neuschwanstein Castle day trip
The fairytale castle; book castle tickets with the tour.
- Deutsches Museum.
- Tierpark Hellabrunn zoo.
- Sea Life München.
Evening and day-trip tours
Full day · Family
Neuschwanstein Castle day trip
The fairytale castle; book castle tickets with the tour.
After dark
- Glockenbach bars.
8 tours worth booking for Oktoberfest
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Bike tour with beer garden stop | Half day | Families |
| Allianz Arena tour | Half day | Families, Bad weather |
| Eagle's Nest and Berchtesgaden | Full day | Everyone |
| Neuschwanstein Castle day trip | Full day | Families |
| Dachau memorial tour | Half day | Everyone |
| BMW Welt and Museum | Half day | Bad weather, Families |
| Salzburg day trip | Full day | Everyone |
| Beer and food tour | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Deutsches Museum.
- Pinakotheken.
- Residenz.
Getting around on event days
- U-Bahn, S-Bahn and trams; a day ticket covers zone M.
- The Theresienwiese has U4 and U5 stations.
- Deutsche Bahn ICE trains link the big cities; the Deutschlandticket covers all local and regional transport for a monthly fee.
- Trade fair and event tickets often include free local transport: check yours.
Day trips from Munich
- Neuschwanstein: 2 hours
- Salzburg: 1.5 hours
- Lake Starnberg: 30 minutes
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Oktoberfest.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Oktoberfest 2027?
The next edition is 18 September to 3 October 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Theresienwiese?
Munich airport (MUC) has S1 and S8 trains to the centre in 40 minutes. U4 and U5 to Theresienwiese, or walk from the Hauptbahnhof.
Where should I stay for Oktoberfest?
For most visitors the best base is Altstadt and Glockenbach: Central and lively.
What can we do between sessions at Oktoberfest?
Good short outings in Munich include Dachau memorial tour, BMW Welt and Museum, Bike tour with beer garden stop. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Oktoberfest?
Family-friendly picks: Neuschwanstein Castle day trip, BMW Welt and Museum, Bike tour with beer garden stop. Deutsches Museum.
How far is Theresienwiese from Munich centre?
About 2 km in a straight line. U4 and U5 to Theresienwiese, or walk from the Hauptbahnhof.
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