because it's already too full. This happens frequently during weekends and public holidays, and on cold or rainy days. In this case you will either need a reservation, or a good portion of luck. read more
Also, there is no Oktoberfest on Friday night, so if you're in town just for this weekend you will have to make alternative plans for Friday night. On the middle weekend things are in full swing, and there is a good reason Germans call it the "Italian weekend". read more
I know this year's hasn't even finished yet but I'm organising a trip for next year and flights etc get booked quickly. I've been to the wiesn a few times before, usually for the middle weekend. Despite (or maybe because of) the famed Italian drunks, I've always had a great time. read more
In the light of terrorist-inspired attacks in Europe, including Germany, over the past couple of years, security has been tightened. read more