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Welcome to the Frastanzer Bockbierfest 2026 in Frastanz
From September 17 to 20, 2026, the grounds of the Frastanz brewery in Vorarlberg once again host the strongest beer festival in the region. Around 20,000 visitors gather over four days for the traditional bock beer tapping, live music, DJ sets and a lively family day on Sunday.
Highlights and Attractions at the Bockbierfest in Frastanz
- The legendary 3 Schwestern Clubbing night on Thursday that kicks off the festival weekend
- The ceremonial bock beer tapping, traditionally attended by guests from politics, business and society
- Big bock beer parties with live bands and DJs on Friday and Saturday inside the festival tent
- A Sunday morning gathering with a parade and the closing beer raffle
- A wine arbor featuring top Austrian wines alongside a craft beer bar with beers from around the world
- A food truck lane with regional specialties
- A spacious outdoor area with views of the brewery's historic brewhouse
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Frastanz
The festival opens on Thursday at 8 pm with the 3 Schwestern Clubbing, powered by Antenne Vorarlberg. Friday brings the official bock beer tapping at 6 pm, followed by live bands and DJs in the tent. On Saturday the bock beer party starts around 7 pm and runs late into the night. Sunday is the family day, with a morning gathering, a parade and a closing raffle, and this part of the program is free to attend without a ticket.
Tickets and Admission for the Bockbierfest
Advance tickets for Thursday, Friday and Saturday are sold through the official ticket shop, and organizers note that box office sales at the gate are not guaranteed. Exact 2026 prices are listed directly in the ticket shop and have historically been in line with a typical evening at a regional beer tent festival. Sunday morning, with its gathering and parade, is free to attend.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Frastanz
- The festival grounds sit right next to the Frastanz train station, and organizers recommend arriving by train
- Parking is limited, signposted and subject to a fee, so drivers should plan ahead
- Cloakroom service in the tent costs 2 euros, though warm clothing is still advisable for September nights
- Entry to the evening events is restricted to visitors aged 16 and over, so bring valid identification
- Accommodation in the Frastanz and Feldkirch area should be booked early given the large number of visitors
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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