As everyone knows, the Wiesn is the world’s largest folk festival, but Bavaria has much more to offer than just its headliner. Especially in the fall, there are many other folk festivals taking place in and around Munich that you should check out. Here are 5 more folk festivals for you if you want to keep the party going before or after Oktoberfest, or if you prefer a less crowded atmosphere.
Ingolstadt Fall Folk Festival
The Ingolstadt Volksfest is back for its fall edition and promises 10 days of pure fun. Right at the opening, there’s a concert at a booth, before the festivities continue with the tapping of the first keg in the Herrnbräuzelt. Later in the evening, there will be fireworks, as well as on Friday, October 2. To wrap things up, you can dance at the traditional Kocherlball.
Cannstatter Wasen
Admittedly, Stuttgart isn’t part of Bavaria anymore, but the Wasen is simply a cultural institution. Plus, Stuttgart is just a two-hour train ride away. The Wasen resembles the Wiesn not only in name but also in size. It also features large beer halls and many rides, and with approximately 4 million visitors a year, it’s one of the largest folk festivals in the world. If you can’t get enough of Oktoberfest and are looking for something of a similar caliber once it’s over, then visit the Cannstatter Wasen.
Augsburg Autumn Dult
The Augsburg Dult stretches a full 1,000 meters in length, making it the city’s longest shopping street. Over 100 vendors offer their wares here, ranging from essential oils to sheepskins to steel goods. Meanwhile , children enjoy the carousel at the Vogelmauer. And , of course , there’s also a delicious selection of food and drink for you to sample against the backdrop of the city wall.
Memmingen Fair
The Memmingen Fair brings a lively atmosphere right in the heart of downtown. You can browse, play, and feast at around 90 booths. Rides like the bumper cars and the chain carousel also provide just the right amount of action for young and old alike. Enjoy the hustle and bustle, which is open for you every day until 10 p.m. and invites you to have a wonderful time.
Auer Kirchweihdult
There are other folk festivals in Munich besides the Wiesn. The Auer Dult takes place three times a year at Mariahilfplatz. At 250 stalls, you can feast and shop, or try your hand at one of the rides. Just like at Oktoberfest, Tuesday is Family Day, when you can enjoy special discounts.
