Work has been underway at the Theresienwiese for weeks now, and it won’t be long before we finally hear the words: “O’zapft is’!” While much remains the same as always, there are also some new features that will make the Oktoberfest experience even more enjoyable and fun. We’ll show you what’s new at Oktoberfest 2026
New location for the lost and found office
Every year, millions of people flock to the Wiesn to celebrate and have fun. It’s easy for things to go missing—especially if you’ve had a few too many from your Maßkrug. To help you get your belongings back, there’s a dedicated lost and found office at the festival. This year, it’s in a new location and is now at the Verkehrszentrum of the Deutsches Museum on Theresienhöhe. You can stop by daily from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., though lost items won’t appear there until at least one day after they’re lost.
New festival tent
Long-time Munich residents probably all have a favorite tent at the Wiesn. But in addition to the well-known tent operators, Oktoberfest 2026 will also feature a brand-new tent that’ll let you mix things up a bit during your visit. Instead of the “Münchner Stubn,” you can settle into Bartl’s “Flößerstadl.” As the name suggests, the tent is inspired by the tradition of rafting on the Isar. It can accommodate nearly 400 people.
New wheelchair reservation system
As in previous years, efforts are once again being made this year to make the Wiesn as accessible as possible. To this end , the infrastructure has been further improved to make additional streets accessible to wheelchair users. In addition, wheelchairs are available on-site, and starting this year, you can reserve them online in advance. Furthermore, through a partnership with the Sunflower Initiative, we’re also making provisions for people with invisible disabilities. Wearing the sunflower lets the staff on site know you have a disability. You can pick up this sunflower at the Tourist Information office on Marienplatz, at the official information booths on the festival grounds, and in the Museum Tent at the Oidn Wiesn.
A less welcome change at Oktoberfest 2026 is the fact that beer prices have risen yet again. Although prices haven’t quite reached €16 yet, some breweries are already approaching that mark. This year, a Maß typically costs between €14.80 and €15.90, with outliers like Kufflers-Weinzelt, where a liter of wheat beer costs as much as €18.40. On average, prices are 2–3% higher than last year.
What’s New at the Oidn Wiesn
At the Oide Wiesn, most things remain the same, but there are a few minor changes. For example, the Schützenlisl has a new landlord and now serves Hacker-Pschorr straight from a wooden barrel. And the exhibition in the Museum Tent has been expanded. The theme is fairground photography, tracing its development from the 19th century to the present day and exploring its significance as a souvenir. To visit the Oide Wiesn this year, there are no longer any admission wristbands; instead, everything is handled via QR code. If you buy 12 tickets at once, you’ll get a volume discount and pay only 10.
What would the Wiesn be without its attractions? This year, there are three new attractions you can try out:
- Shake & Roll: A new breakdance move where the gondolas can swing freely and flip over
- The Chaospendel: A ride that not only takes you up to 42 meters high and reaches speeds of 80 km/h, but also features gondolas that flip over.
- Fisherman’s: A three-level, nautical-themed obstacle course where fun challenges and cool 3D effects await you
Tip: On the two Family Days, September 22 and September 29, you’ll save money on rides.
New visitor guidance system
After the Wiesn was closed last year due to overcrowding, a new coordination center has been set up specifically for this purpose at Oktoberfest 2026. From there, security authorities and event organizers will jointly monitor and manage visitor flows in the future to prevent overcrowding early on. To complement this, the new “How to Wiesn” campaign provides targeted guidance for guests: It recommends visiting during the week, using different entrances, and heading to Schaustellerstraße or the Oide Wiesn to avoid lines.
When thousands of people gather in the festival tent to celebrate and embrace each other while singing, it’s easy to catch something. To make sure you don’t end up in bed with “Wiesn flu” again this year, a vaccination service is available for the first time right on the Theresienwiese. At the first-aid station, you can get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu without an appointment. All you need to bring is your vaccination record and your health insurance card. The service is available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
