Volksfest Freising
Traditional Volksfest with parade and beer tent in the Luitpoldanlage
About Freising Volksfest
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Bavarian Festival Culture in Freising
The Freisinger Volksfest is one of the largest and most popular folk festivals in the Freising district, Bavaria. It takes place every September in the Luitpoldanlage and attracts numerous visitors from the city and the region for over ten days. The City of Freising is the organizer.
Parade and Opening
Traditionally, the Volksfest begins with a festive parade from Marienplatz to the festival grounds in the Luitpoldanlage. The parade, featuring traditional costume groups, music bands, and festival floats, marks the start of the ten-day festivities.
Program and Attractions
The Volksfest offers a diverse program:
- Large beer tent with beer from Weihenstephan and Hofbrauhaus Freising
- Modern high-tech rides and traditional carousels
- Spectacular fireworks display
- Extensive music program with live bands and open-air concerts
- Sporting events and cycling races in the city center
- Culinary specialties and festival catering
Significance for the Region
For many Freising residents, the Volksfest is the social highlight of the year. The close connection to the local breweries Weihenstephan – the oldest brewery in the world – and Hofbrauhaus Freising underscores the festival's regional identity. The Volksfest combines Bavarian tavern culture, tradition, and a festive atmosphere.
Freising Volksfest — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Freisinger Volksfest runs from September 4th to 13th, 2026, in the Luitpoldanlage. The festival opens on September 4th with the traditional parade from Marienplatz to the festival grounds. For over ten days, visitors can expect a large beer tent with beer from Weihenstephan and Hofbrauhaus Freising, modern high-tech rides and traditional carousels, an extensive music program with live bands and open-air concerts, as well as spectacular fireworks. Accompanying sporting events and cycling races in the city center will also take place. The City of Freising is the organizer.
Programme Freising Volksfest 2026
Schedule
- September 4th: Parade from Marienplatz, opening of the Volksfest
- September 4th to 13th: Beer tent, amusement rides, open-air concerts, and live music
- Spectacular fireworks display
- Accompanying sporting events and cycling races in the city center
Highlights Freising Volksfest 2026
- Parade from Marienplatz to open the festival
- Beer tent with Weihenstephaner and Hofbrauhaus beer
- High-tech amusement rides and traditional carousels
- Spectacular fireworks and extensive music program
Prices Freising Volksfest 2026
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Costs apply for rides, food, and drinks.
Practical information — Freising Volksfest
Getting There
The festival grounds are located at Luitpoldanlage 1, 85356 Freising. You can reach it by train (Freising station, S-Bahn S1 from Munich) and via the A92 motorway. As traffic volume is high during the Volksfest, using public transport is recommended.
Admission
Admission to the festival grounds is free. Costs apply for rides, food, and drinks.
Dates
The Volksfest takes place annually in September. 2026: September 4th to 13th, with the parade on the opening day from Marienplatz.
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Where it takes place Freising Volksfest
Luitpoldanlage Freising
Luitpoldanlage 1, 85356 Freising