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What is "Das Oktoberfest" in Ottendorf an der Rittschein?
Das Oktoberfest has become a genuine cult event in southeastern Styria and takes place at the Veranstaltungszentrum Ottendorf, a venue established in 2008 that regularly hosts festivals, balls and concerts in the Rittschein valley. Organisers are billing the 2026 edition as the last time the festival will run in its current form, making it a particularly good year to attend.
When is Das Oktoberfest 2026?
The festival takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026, from 8:00 PM. Live acts on stage include Mike Leon Grosch, Markus Wolfahrt (former frontman of Klostertaler) with his Klostertaler hit fireworks set, the band nordwand. and Melanie Brugger, with Daniel Düsenflitz hosting the evening. In the Discozelt, DJ MNS and DJ Steff keep the party going into the early hours.
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Where does Das Oktoberfest take place?
The venue is the Veranstaltungszentrum Ottendorf, Ottendorf 241, 8312 Ottendorf an der Rittschein, in the Hartberg Fürstenfeld district of Styria. The location features a 28 metre bar area along with professional stage and sound equipment, and regularly hosts larger festivals and concerts in the Rittschein valley.
How much do tickets cost?
Standard tickets start at around 31.75 euros, while VIP packages start at around 151.35 euros. Tickets are available online via eventim-light.com and oeticket.com, as well as by phone through the ticket hotline. They are also sold at several local outlets in Ottendorf, including Nah & Frisch Silvia Ottendorf and other listed local contacts. The festival is organised by Lambauer Entertainment together with Radio Flamingo as media partner.
Visitor Tips for Veranstaltungszentrum Ottendorf
- Since this is announced as the final edition of the festival, expect strong demand; booking early through the official pre sale channels is recommended.
- The programme spans live schlager and Volksmusik acts as well as a Discozelt with DJ sets, making the evening a fit for both traditional music fans and party crowds.
- The venue sits in a rural part of the Rittschein valley, so arriving by car or carpool is advisable, along with arranging transport home in advance.
- Check the official ticket pages shortly before the date for the latest programme details or any last minute changes.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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