Volkssängerzelt Schützenlisl

Online forms and phone pre-booking available, with voucher minimum required. Walk-in seating for individuals and couples, especially before 3 PM. Tables for evenings and weekends must be reserved well in advance.

Volkssänger Tradition

• Focus on solo folk singers (Volkssänger) performing regional songs and ballads
• Emphasis on lyric storytelling, humor, and audience participation
• Performers include Paul Hepke, Hans Mitterer, Franz Pschorr (not brewery Pschorr)

Intimate Stage Setting

• Single central stage with microphones and a podium instead of bandstand
• Long wooden tables set in horseshoe arrangement for optimal acoustics
• Candles on tables create cozy, rustic ambiance

• Crowd composition: 65% Munich locals, 25% Bavarian regional, 10% tourists
• Demographics: Ages 40–75; older crowd seeking tradition
• Vibe: Relaxed, communal singing, occasional chair dancing
• Dress code: Dirndl/Lederhosen nearly universal

• Storytellers’ Hour: 11:00 AM daily, performers share folk tales and anecdotes
• Schnapsleitn: Mid-afternoon schnapps tasting led by local distillers
• Charivari Parade: Outfitters’ parade past tent opening Sunday

Beer (Paulaner Oktoberfestbier): €14.80 per Maß

Signature Dishes:

• Roast Pork (Schweinebraten): €15.90 with dumplings and gravy
• Chicken on a Spit: €13.50
• Bavarian Meatloaf (Leberkäs): €12.00 with potato salad

Vegetarian & Vegan:

• Cheese Spätzle: €13.50
• Red Cabbage Salad: €8.50
• Vegan Lentil Stew: €14.00

Desserts:

• Apple Strudel: €6.50
• Vanilla Cream: €5.50

Performances (10 AM–9 PM):

• Solo folk singers with guitar, accordion, or zither accompaniment
• Scheduled at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 6:30 PM
• Volume moderate—focus on lyrics and storytelling

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• Prefer corner tables near stage for best acoustics
• Join chorus: Patrons often invited to sing refrains
• Schnapsleitn seats limited—arrive early for tasting

• Established: 2010 with Oide Wiesn debut
• Volkssänger tradition dates to early 1900s Munich beer gardens
• Operated by: Stiftl family (Schützen-Festzelt hosts) since inception

Location: Oide Wiesn, southeast of Bavaria statue U-Bahn: U4/U5 Theresienwiese (7-min walk) Tram: 18/19 Holzapfelstraße (8-min walk)

• Dates: Sep 19–Oct 4, 2026
• Hours: 10 AM–9 PM daily
• No beer garden; standing only around stage
• Bag policy: 20×15×10 cm max; no checks
• Strollers allowed until 4 PM only

Reviews & Ratings

Overall: 4.7/5

• Music authenticity: 5.0/5
• Atmosphere: 4.8/5
• Food: 4.3/5
• Value: 4.5/5

Pros: Pure folk tradition; community singing; storytelling focus Cons: Limited modern amenities; few vegetarian choices

FAQs

Q: What is Schnapsleitn?
A: Afternoon schnapps tasting led by local distillers.

Q: Can tourists participate in singing?
A: Yes—performers invite audience to join choruses.

Q: Are there evening performances?
A: Last set at 6:30 PM; calm atmosphere after.

Similar Tents

Overall: 4.7/5

• Music authenticity: 5.0/5
• Atmosphere: 4.8/5
• Food: 4.3/5
• Value: 4.5/5

Pros: Pure folk tradition; community singing; storytelling focus Cons: Limited modern amenities; few vegetarian choices

Q: What is Schnapsleitn?
A: Afternoon schnapps tasting led by local distillers.

Q: Can tourists participate in singing?
A: Yes—performers invite audience to join choruses.

Q: Are there evening performances?
A: Last set at 6:30 PM; calm atmosphere after.