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Welcome to the Erfurt Oktoberfest 2027 on the Domplatz
From September 24 to October 10, 2027, Erfurt's Domplatz once again becomes a Bavarian-Thuringian festival mile. Set against the impressive backdrop of the cathedral and St Severus Church, one of Thuringia's most popular folk festivals invites visitors for around 17 days to festival beer, hearty food and fairground rides. Access to the festival grounds is free. According to the official website, table reservations in the festival tents open from June 2027.
Highlights: What to expect at the Erfurt Oktoberfest
- Around 600 meters of fairground stalls between the cathedral and St Severus Church
- Carousels, a traditional Ferris wheel and classic fairground attractions for all ages
- Several festival tents serving beer brewed under the Munich Purity Law along with Bavarian and Thuringian cuisine
- Live music and bands ranging from traditional brass music to Oktoberfest party hits
- Traditionally a festive opening with a parade and keg tapping
- A family day with significantly reduced prices on many rides
- One of the most impressive settings among all Oktoberfests outside Bavaria
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Program and Schedule: What happens on the Domplatz?
The opening traditionally features a parade and keg tapping in the presence of the mayor, followed by live music in the festival tent. Over the following roughly two weeks, rides, food stalls and festival tent programming alternate with daily live music. The detailed 2027 daily schedule is usually published closer to the date.
Tickets and Prices for the Erfurt Oktoberfest 2027
Access to the Domplatz and the entire festival grounds is free, there is no general admission ticket. Payment is made directly on site for rides, food and drinks, as well as for festival beer in the tents. According to the official website, table reservations in the festival tent open from June 2027; exact terms and prices should be requested from the tent operator.
Visitor Tips: Getting There and Accommodation in Erfurt
- Domplatz is about a 15-minute walk from Erfurt's main railway station; alternatively, tram lines 3, 5 and 6 serve the nearby Anger stop
- As the festival grounds are in the middle of the old town, traveling by train or tram is much more convenient than by car
- Evenings can already turn cool in late September and October, so a warm jacket is advisable
- Booking accommodation in Erfurt's old town early is worthwhile, especially for weekends
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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