When is Oktoberfest in 2026?
Oktoberfest › 2026
2026
September 19, 2026
- Day of week
- Saturday
- Days until
- 59 days to go
- Weekend?
- Yes — falls on a Saturday
Note: Begins third Saturday of September; runs 16–18 days through first Sunday of October
Oktoberfest by Year
2023
September 16, 2023
2024
September 21, 2024
2025
September 20, 2025
2026
September 19, 2026
2027
September 18, 2027
About Oktoberfest
The world's largest folk festival held annually in Munich, Germany, featuring beer tents, traditional Bavarian food, amusement rides, and folk music over 16-18 days.
Date rule: Mid-September to first Sunday of October (16-18 days)
Frequently Asked Questions
Oktoberfest in 2026 falls on September 19, 2026. Begins third Saturday of September; runs 16–18 days through first Sunday of October
Oktoberfest falls on a Saturday in 2026.
There are 59 days until Oktoberfest 2026.
Yes, Oktoberfest 2026 falls on a Saturday, which is a weekend. This means many workers will already have the day off.
Upcoming dates for Oktoberfest: 2023: September 16, 2023; 2024: September 21, 2024; 2025: September 20, 2025; 2026: September 19, 2026; 2027: September 18, 2027.