Party Zelt

Pull Up a Seat. Hit the Dance Floor.

The celebration never slows down inside the Party Zelt. This open-air tent combines live entertainment, communal seating and a spacious dance floor to create one of the festival's favorite gathering spots. Whether you're enjoying authentic Bavarian music, sharing a meal with friends or raising a stein between performances, the Party Zelt offers the perfect place to settle in and stay awhile.

From afternoon performances to lively evening entertainment, there's always something happening beneath the tent. Browse the entertainment schedule below and make plans to join the celebration.

Can You Hold Your Stein?

The Masskrug Holding Competition is a true Oktoberfest tradition, and it looks easier than it is! Contestants test their strength by holding a full one-liter stein at arm's length for as long as possible while the crowd cheers them on. Think you have what it takes? Join the competition or grab a spot ringside to watch the challenge unfold.