Munich Spring Festival 2026 – 60th Anniversary at the Theresienwiese & Your Hotel in Oberschleissheim

The Munich Spring Festival 2026 is celebrating a very special anniversary: for the 60th time, Bavaria's most popular spring event is opening its gates at the Theresienwiese – inviting you to join the colorful festivities from April 17 to May 10, 2026. Beer tents, carnival rides, a flea market, vintage cars, and spectacular fireworks make the Spring Festival 2026 one of the highlights of the Munich annual calendar. If you are looking for an ideal base as your hotel for the Munich Spring Festival 2026, our location in Oberschleissheim is the perfect choice – just a few stops by suburban train (S-Bahn) from the festival grounds.

The Munich Spring Festival 2026 – What to Expect?

The Munich Spring Festival is far more than just a small funfair. It is considered Munich's second-largest folk festival after Oktoberfest – and takes place on the same legendary grounds: the Theresienwiese. For the 60th anniversary in 2026, visitors can look forward to an especially rich program. The event spans 24 days, offering more time than ever before to explore the festival at your leisure.

The heart of the Spring Festival is traditionally its beer tents, where fresh Maibier (May beer) is served – a true Munich spring ritual. The so-called Maibock season begins during this period, and the Spring Festival provides the ideal setting to enjoy this strong seasonal brew. In addition to beer, numerous rides attract visitors of all ages: from classic swings and Ferris wheels to modern roller coasters, there is something for every taste.

Highlights and Program for the 60th Anniversary

The 60th Munich Spring Festival promises to be particularly festive according to initial announcements. The permanent highlights include:

• Fireworks: On select evenings, the Munich western sky above the Theresienwiese lights up in vibrant colors – the fireworks are a true crowd-puller and visible from afar.
• Vintage Car Exhibition: The Spring Festival has a long tradition as a meeting point for classic car enthusiasts. Historic vehicles and motorcycles are lovingly presented on the grounds.
• Flea Market: Traditionally, a popular flea market takes place around the festival area and parts of the Theresienwiese – ideal for bargain hunters and antique lovers.
• Family Offers: Many rides are explicitly geared toward children and families. Cheaper prices on designated family days make the festival affordable for visitors with children.
• Live Music: In the tents and on the outdoor stages, various bands and brass ensembles create a great atmosphere – from traditional brass music to modern cover bands, everything is represented.
• Maibock Tapping: The ceremonial tapping of the Maibock traditionally opens the festival and is an event that many regulars look forward to experiencing year after year.

Theresienwiese – Where the Munich Spring Festival Takes Place

The Theresienwiese is the historic heart of Munich's folk festival culture. The expansive grounds in the Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt district offer enough space for beer tents, rides, showmen, and thousands of visitors at the same time. The area is an integral part of the cityscape – in fact, it is the reason why locals affectionately call Oktoberfest the "Wiesn".