22. August 2023
Tips & trends for the Wiesn 2023
It's about to start again. The biggest traditional festival in the world, the Munich Wiesn, opens on September 16, 2023 its tents. Every year, the Oktoberfest takes place on the Theresienwiese in Munich and delights locals and "Zuagroaste" alike. But what exactly makes the Wiesn so special? And how do you blend in with the traditional costume crowd if you don't know anything about the Wiesn?
Highlights of the Oktoberfest 2023
In addition to the traditional beer drinking, the Wiesn 2023 also has many other highlights to offer. Highlights include the opening tent with barrel tapping by the Mayor of Munich, the large festival tent with space for over 10,000 visitors and the "Oide Wiesn" village with rides and attractions from past decades. For a successful Oktoberfest, you should definitely not miss out on these traditional events:
- September 16: The Oktoberfest hosts move in
- September 17: Traditional costume and shooting parade
- September 21: Wiesn service at the Marstall
- September 24: Square concert of the Wiesn bands (all bands play together including alphorn players -> goosebumps guaranteed)
- October 3: Firecracker shooting at the Bavaria
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The perfect Oktoberfest outfit
What should you wear to be stylish and comfortable at the Wiesn 2023? The typical attire is the dirndl for women and lederhosen for men. There are many different designs and colors to choose from, but traditionally women wear a dirndl with an apron, blouse and matching shoes, while men prefer lederhosen with suspenders and a traditional shirt.
Dirndl trends 2023
If you have the desire and budget for a new traditional costume, you should follow these trends from this year's fashion year. You'll be at the forefront of style at the Oktoberfest 2023:
- Sustainable cotton fabrics in blouses are back in fashion. Details like Mouse teeth highlights and the comfortable fit can also be worn well after the Oktoberfest season.
- "Gothic Dirndl" - black and daring traditional costumes can no longer be worn only on official occasions.
- Extravagant fabrics such as brocade, jacquard and velvet provide the necessary luxury feeling in the beer tent.
You can also find out more about this topic in the Online magazine for Dirndl & Lederhosen.
How to make the perfect Wiesn day
In summary, the Oktoberfest in Munich is simply the highlight of the year and an absolute must-see when you are a guest in Munich. To make sure that your day at the Oktoberfest is a success, we recommend this itinerary:
- Style yourself in traditional costume - otherwise you won't feel quite so comfortable in the hustle and bustle.
- We started with breakfast at Café Kaiserschmarrn - sugar shock included.
- The traditional Oktoberfest continues at the historic Wiesn on the Theresienwiese. Be sure to try out the chain carousel.
- At lunchtime you can go to a cozy tent, such as the Ochsenbraterei. You can stretch your legs and enjoy the atmosphere while sitting down to a beer and chicken or an ox-fat roll.
- At the Herzlstand you can expect not only delicious gingerbread hearts, roasted almonds, candy floss, etc., but also a great backdrop for photos that will delight Instagram enthusiasts in particular.
- Tents such as the Hacker Pschorr Festzelt or the Hofbräuzelt with many international guests are suitable for extensive partying. If the party doesn't last until 10.30 pm, you can continue partying in the Weinzelt or Käferzelt.
- As a Munich resident, you visit one of the numerous fish stands before going home and get a fish sandwich for the way home.
5 TIPS FOR THE PERFECT WIESN VACATION
Here you will find tips & insider information on affordable beer mugs, tent site reservations and an overall successful Oktoberfest trip.
We at TIMEHOUSE are really looking forward to pretzels, beer and veal sausage.
