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Oktoberfest Crowds Drive Interest in Small Tents as Queer Programming Grows for 2026

Local guides now spotlight the 21 small tents as the best way to escape packed beer halls.

Overview

  • The 190th Wiesn runs September 20 to October 5, with heavy demand in major tents shifting coverage toward on‑site tips and quieter alternatives.
  • Outlets profile cozier options such as Ammer’s Hendlbraterei, Bodo’s Cafézelt & Cocktailbar and Café Kaiserschmarrn, emphasizing traditional fare and easier seating.
  • Bräurosl’s wirtin Franziska Kohlpaintner confirmed an official RoslMontag in 2026 to expand the famed GaySunday and reduce overcrowding.
  • Beer prices have reached new highs at roughly €14.50–€15.80 per Maß in most tents, with Weißbier at €17.80 in Kufflers Weinzelt, while 10 public fountains provide free drinking water.
  • Tight security includes fenced perimeters, entry checks, surveillance cameras and a temporary flight‑restriction zone, as celebrity visits such as Palina Rojinski’s continue to draw attention.