Everything you need to plan your Oktoberfest trip
How far in advance should you book your Oktoberfest hotel — and why it matters Servus! I’m Sepp, and I’ve been going to the Wiesn (that’s what us locals call Oktoberfest) every year for as long as I can remember. I’m also at the Frühlingsfest in April, so I see the whole “big festival logistics”…
Opening weekend vs mid-week Oktoberfest: the honest truth Servus! I’m Sepp, born-and-raised Bavarian, and I go to the Wiesn (that’s what we locals call Oktoberfest) every single year. I also do the Frühlingsfest in April, so I’ve seen the “big show” and the slightly more relaxed cousin. If you’re deciding between the opening weekend and…
Afternoon vs Evening at Oktoberfest: Which Is Better for First-Timers? Servus! I’m Sepp, and I’ve been going to the Wiesn (that’s what locals call Oktoberfest) every year for ages—plus the Frühlingsfest in April when I need my “mini-Wiesn” fix. If it’s your first time, you’ll quickly notice that Oktoberfest has two very different personalities: the…