Overview

• HeidiFest was recorded at Munich’s Hofbräuhaus and aired in ProSieben’s 20:15 slot with streaming on Joyn, drawing roughly 600–700 invited guests.
• Heidi Klum appeared with family and a roster of entertainment names, and most musical numbers were playback performances of crowd‑pleasing hits.
• Klum performed a ceremonial keg tap and said she had never visited the Oktoberfest before, noting plans to attend on the first day.
• The 190th Oktoberfest opens today with the traditional anstich by Mayor Dieter Reiter at noon after the morning procession of Wiesn hosts.
• Organizers expect millions of visitors, beer prices run roughly €14.50–€15.80 per Maß (higher in some venues), security checks and surveillance are tightened, and new rides include the Sky Lift with floor views and a vintage ghost train on the Oide Wiesn.