Name: Auer Maidult 2026
Start: 2026-04-25T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-03T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Mariahilfplatz, Au-Haidhausen

Maidult

About Maidult

The Auer Maidult is the first of the three annual Auer Dulten in Munich and is one of the oldest traditional events in the Bavarian capital. For nine days, Mariahilfplatz in the Au-Haidhausen district transforms into a large market with around 250 stalls, rides, and Bavarian delicacies. You'll find crockery and pottery, household goods, antiques, basketry, fabrics, and all sorts of curiosities. Free admission.

Dates 25 Apr — 03 May 2026

Venue München (09162)

Prices Free

Status Confirmed

Edition 2026

Maidult — edition 2026

The Auer Maidult 2026 runs from April 25 to May 3 at Mariahilfplatz in Munich's Au-Haidhausen district. For nine days, around 250 stalls, rides, and food stands will be open. Free admission, rides and purchases paid separately. Reduced prices for rides apply on Family Tuesday (April 28, 2026).

The 230th edition of the Maidult opens on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and ends on Sunday, May 3. The concept remains unchanged: traditional market goods, rides for families, and Bavarian gastronomy on Mariahilfplatz.

Throughout the Dult week, you'll find accompanying music events in the Mariahilfkirche. Families should mark Tuesday on their calendars — ride prices are traditionally reduced.

Highlights Maidult 2026

Historic Ferris wheel from 1925, around 250 market stalls, "Steckerlfisch" and roast chicken, Family Day on Tuesday, accompanying concerts in Mariahilfkirche.

Programme Maidult 2026

Daily Program

10:00 AM — Market stalls open
10:30 AM — Rides (Ferris wheel, carousel, bumper cars, Punch and Judy show) start
8:00 PM — End of daily opening hours

Highlights of the Week

Saturday, April 25, 2026 — Opening of the Maidult
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Family Day with reduced ride prices
Sunday, May 3, 2026 — Closing of the Maidult

Accompanying Program

In the Mariahilfkirche, church music and small concerts take place during the Dult. Munich Tourism offers guided themed tours about the Auer Dult.

Note: A detailed stall overview and the locations of the individual rides will be published shortly before the festival begins on auerdult.de.

Prices Maidult 2026

Free admission. Ride prices vary by attraction (typically €3–€6 per ride). Family Day Tuesday: reduced prices on rides.

Practical information

Practical information — Maidult

Getting There

Tram 18 stops directly at Mariahilfplatz. Alternatively, you can reach the location with bus lines 52 and 62 or with the subway (U1/U2 Kolumbusplatz, then approx. 10 minutes walk). Parking spaces are scarce in Au-Haidhausen — it's better to use public transport or a bike.

Opening Hours

Daily 10:00 AM–8:00 PM (stalls), rides from 10:30 AM.

Admission

Free admission. Ride and stall prices are separate.

Tip

There are two free drinking water fountains on the premises.

One of Munich's Oldest Traditions

The Auer Dult is one of the oldest market events in Bavaria. The first Jakobidult took place on Sankt-Jakobs-Platz as early as 1310. In 1796, the then-independent village of Au officially received the right to hold a market – and thus the now world-famous three Dulten were established on Mariahilfplatz: Maidult, Jakobidult, and Kirchweihdult.

What to Expect at the Maidult

Around 250 stalls showcase a range of goods that is unique in its diversity in Southern Germany:

Crockery, porcelain, ceramics, and pottery
Household goods, pans, pots, brushes
Antiques and collector's items
Basketry, felt slippers, curtains
Spices, jams, and sweet specialties
Toys, books, jewelry

Rides and Bavarian Delicacies

Families get their money's worth at the rides: the historic Ferris wheel from 1925, a carousel, bumper cars, and a Punch and Judy show are part of the permanent inventory. Reduced prices apply to the rides on Family Tuesday. For culinary delights, enjoy "Steckerlfisch" (grilled fish on a stick), roast chicken, cheese specialties, fresh "Schupfnudeln" (potato noodles), and sweet "Krapfen" (doughnuts).

More Than a Market — A Piece of Munich Lifestyle

The Maidult is more relaxed and family-friendly than Oktoberfest. Here you'll meet Munich locals who have known their regular vendors for decades, older ladies looking for the perfect crockery, and children marveling at the Ferris wheel. During the Dult, concerts are regularly held in the nearby Mariahilfkirche.