Oktoberfest closing ceremony

The Oktoberfest closing ceremony will take place on the final Sunday of the festival, which is October 6, 2024.

The ceremony is held at the Theresienwiese, the central location of the Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. Most of the events and festivities will occur in the major beer tents, such as Hofbräu-Festzelt, Schottenhamel, and Käfer’s Wies’n-Schänke.

Main Events of Closing ceremony

Final Tapping of the Keg:

• The final keg tapping is a symbolic festive event, mostly performed by a prominent local figure or a member of the Oktoberfest staff.
• The crowd joins in singing traditional Bavarian songs and toasting with their beer steins.

Fireworks Display:

• A spectacular fireworks show lights up the sky, offering a visual treat and a fitting end to the festivities.
• Best viewed from the open areas of Theresienwiese, the display features a combination of traditional and modern pyrotechnics.

Parades and Processions:

• Various parades featuring traditional Bavarian attire, music bands, and decorated floats.
• The ceremonial procession of the Münchner Kindl, Munich’s emblematic child figure, is a highlight.