Oktoberfest 2026 sets record attendance in Munich
Quick Look
- In 2026, Oktoberfest in Munich was attended by 7.4 million people, which was a record figure in the history of the festival.
- 6.7 million liters of beer were also consumed, up 2.7% on last year, and street food sales were up 2-3%.
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Why It Matters
Oktoberfest is an annual beer festival in Munich, held since 1810, attracting millions of visitors from all over the world.
The German national holiday Oktoberfest set a record this year. This was reported by the local publication Spiegel.
According to Munich city authorities, 7.4 million people attended the festival this year, which is a record figure for the entire existence of the holiday. The previous record was set in 2023 and amounted to 7.2 million visitors.
“This makes Oktoberfest 2026 the most attended in its long history,” festival director Christian Scharpf said.
The publication also notes that according to official data, 6.7 million liters of beer were drunk, which is 2.7 percent more than in 2025 (6.5 million liters of beer). Owners of street food outlets also reported an increase in food sales by 2-3 percent.
Open Questions
- What economic impact has increased footfall had on local businesses?
- Were there any incidents or disturbances recorded during the festival?
