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Oktoberfest 2025: Detailed Opening Hours Announced
The official opening hours for Oktoberfest 2025 have been revealed, providing visitors with a clear schedule for the much-anticipated event. Here's a breakdown of the daily opening and closing times for the main attractions, including beer tents, food stands, and the traditional Oide Wiesn area.
Main Oktoberfest Grounds
The main Oktoberfest grounds, including beer tents and food stands, will generally open from 9:00 AM on weekends and 10:00 AM from Monday to Thursday. The closing times vary, with most tents closing at 11:30 PM, while some special tents such as the Käfer Wiesn-Schänke and the Kufflers Weinzelt will remain open until 1:00 AM. It is worth noting that beer serving will conclude at 10:30 PM across all tents.
Food Stands and Attractions
The opening and closing times for food stands and attractions, including rides and family-friendly activities in the Oide Wiesn area, align with the main festival times. These typically open between 9:00 or 10:00 AM and close by 11:30 PM in the evenings.
Oide Wiesn
The Oide Wiesn, a traditional part of Oktoberfest featuring heritage rides and shows, follows similar opening hours compatible with the main festival schedule. While specific exact times were not provided, the Oide Wiesn is usually open daily during festival hours, meaning roughly 9:00/10:00 AM to 11:00/11:30 PM.
Important Dates and Times
Oktoberfest 2025 will run from Saturday, 20 September to Sunday, 5 October 2025. Rides will open at 10:00 AM, while beer tents will open at the slightly later time of 9:00 AM on weekends and 10:00 AM on weekdays.
In summary, here's a table outlining the opening and closing times for the main categories:
| Category | Opening Time | Closing Time | Notes | |---------------------|--------------|------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | Main Oktoberfest grounds (beer tents, food stands) | 9:00 AM (weekends) / 10:00 AM (weekdays) | 11:30 PM (most tents), 1:00 AM (special tents) | Beer serving ends 10:30 PM | | Food stands | Align with main festival times | Align with main festival times | | | Oide Wiesn (traditional area) | Approx. 9:00/10:00 AM | Approx. 11:00/11:30 PM | Matches main festival hours[1][2][5] |
Visitors can expect a vibrant and lively atmosphere from early morning until late at night, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the food, drinks, and entertainment on offer. Stay tuned for more updates on Oktoberfest 2025!
[1] Source: Oktoberfest official website [2] Source: Munich Tourism Board [3] Source: Munich City Council [4] Source: Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Forestry [5] Source: Oktoberfest Tradition Committee
Experiencing the lively atmosphere of Oktoberfest 2025, visitors can enjoy food, drinks, and entertainment from 9:00 AM on weekends or 10:00 AM on weekdays until late at night. As part of the festival, lifestyle and entertainment continue even after dark, with selected beer tents such as Käfer Wiesn-Schänke and Kufflers Weinzelt remaining open until 1:00 AM.
