It’s not just the month of October, but the month of festival – Oktoberfest. The 189th Oktoberfest celebrations already started in Munich from 21st Sep and it goes till 6th October 2024. Not just in Munich, you can join the celebrations in different cities in Germany. However, the duration and timings change from place to place. So, check the timings and plan when and where to tap the beer barrel!
Latest Oktoberfest Opening Hours
Traditionally Oktoberfest is celebrated in Munich every year. But not everyone can make a visit to Munich to enjoy the beer, music, food, etc. There are some other places too that celebrate the Oktoberfest. Here are the opening times of this festival in a few larger cities. If it is your place or a nearby place, you too can plan a visit.
189th Oktoberfest Opening Times in Munich 2024
Oktoberfest, the world’s largest Volksfest is held annually in Munich. This year, it is happening from 21 September to 6 October at Theresienwiese. The start and end timings are as follows,
| Day | Timings |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 12 AM (midnight) |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 12 AM (midnight) |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 11.30 PM |
Oide Wiesn Timings
- Sunday to Thursday: 10 AM to 11:30 PM
- Fridays and Saturdays: 10 AM to 12 AM (midnight)
Beer Tent Opening Times
- Monday – Friday: 10 AM to 11:30 PM
- Saturdays, Sundays, Public Holidays: 9 AM to 11:30 PM
Stalls, Fairground Rides, and Showmen Times
- Monday – Thursday: 10 AM to 11:30 PM
- Fridays, October 2nd: 10 AM to 12 AM (midnight)
- Saturdays: 9 AM to 12 AM (midnight)
- Sundays, Public Holidays: 9 AM to 11:30 PM / 10 AM to 11:30 PM for Fairground rides and showmen
For detailed or more information you can check the official website: oktoberfest.de
2024 Oktoberfest Opening Time in Berlin, Spandau Citadel
Oktoberfest 2024 is taking place in many locations in Berlin but the largest one is held at Spandau Citadel from 13 September to 26 October 2024. However, it is open only on Fridays and Saturdays from 3 PM to 12:30 AM.
| Day | Timings |
|---|---|
| Friday | 3 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 3 PM to 12:30 AM |
177th Cannstatter Volksfest Opening Times 2024 in Stuttgart
Another city that celebrates the Oktoberfest grandly is Stuttgart. It is held from 27 September to 13 October 2024. But the timings here are reduced times than the Munich. Nevertheless, the celebrations are no less than in Munich.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12 PM to 11 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 PM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM (Midnight) |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM (Midnight) |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
Also, there are some special opening hours for Cannstatter Volksfest on some specific dates as listed below.
- 27 September: 3 PM to 12 AM (midnight)
- 2 October: 12 PM to 12 AM (midnight)
- 3 October: 11 AM to 11 PM
As I am here to only talk about timings 😉 you can have a look at the official portal, www.cannstatter-volksfest.de for additional information.
Oktoberfest Timings in Cologne 2024
At Cologne also, you can witness the Oktoberfest which is held on October 12, 2024, at Quatermarkt 1. Yes, only on 12th October that starts from 7:00 PM. So, hurry and plan a visit asap. It is offering two types of tickets 19 Euro ticket (without food) and 49 Euro ticket (with food).
Oktoberfest Hours of Operation 2024 in Hamburg
This largest folk festival is also celebrated well in Hamburg. Not just in one place but the events are taking place in different locations.. Check out the below start and end periods of the event at all those places.
| Place | Timings | Event Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hofbräuhaus | Full Day | 21 September to 6 October 2024 |
| Fish Auction Hall | 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM | 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th October 2024 |
| Bergedorf | NA | 20 to 22 September 2024 |
| Wandsbek | 12 PM (5 PM on Oct 3) | 20 September to 6 October |
You can get the complete details of each event from, hamburg.de
Pichmännel Oktoberfest in Dresden 2024
In Dresden, it is celebrated from 26 September to 12 October 2024. The timings are as follows. However, the admission starts 1 hour before the starting time of the event.
| Day | Event Timings |
|---|---|
| Monday – Saturday | 6 PM to 11:30 PM |
| Sundays | 3 PM to 8:30 PM |
For tickets, menu, and other program details, you can visit www.pichmaennel-oktoberfest.de
Frankfurter Oktoberfest Open Times 2024
This year the Oktoberfest in Frankfurt is taking place from 18 September to 13 October. The admission time is the same as the event starting time.
| 18 Sep to 13 Oct | Event Timings |
|---|---|
| Evening | 5:30 PM to 12 AM (Midnight) |
| Morning | 10:30 AM to 4 PM |
If you already booked the seat, it is guaranteed till 9 PM. For more such information you can refer, www.frankfurter-oktoberfest.de