Bockbierfest 2026 at Brauerei Biergarten Martinsbräu Marktheidenfeld

Welcome to the Bockbierfest 2026 in Marktheidenfeld

Right on the banks of the Main river, in the Martinsbräu brewery's beer garden under old chestnut trees, the traditional Bockbierfest takes place on October 24, 2026, starting at 5 pm. Martinsbräu has existed since 1883, founded by plaster miller Georg David Martin together with his sons Heinrich and Georg, and is run today by Maria Martin in the fourth generation. With her three sons, the fifth generation of the Martin family is already standing by.

Highlights and Attractions at the Bockbierfest

• Skt. Martinus Doppelbock and Skt. Martinus Weizenbock, the brewery's seasonal strong beers, on tap
• Live music from the Knolli Trio
• Fire barrels to keep guests warm on cool October evenings
• A festive atmosphere right on the Main, in the brewery's own beer garden under old trees
• By the brewery's own description, its smallest and coziest event to close out the year

Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Marktheidenfeld

The Bockbierfest begins on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 5 pm in the beer garden on the Mainkai and runs into the late evening. Live music this year comes from the Knolli Trio. Further program details for 2026 will be announced by Martinsbräu closer to the date on its website.

Admission and Prices for the 2026 Bockbierfest

Entry to the Bockbierfest is free; guests only pay for the bock beer and food served on site. Current prices for 2026 have not yet been published by the brewery.

Visitor Tips: Travel and Surroundings in Marktheidenfeld

• The beer garden sits directly on the Mainkai, across from the brewery, easily reached via the town's sandstone bridge
• The riverside cycling path along the Main runs right past the beer garden, making it easy to reach by bike
• A playground right next door makes the visit pleasant for families with children too
• October evenings by the Main can turn cool, so a warm jacket is a good idea despite the fire barrels