Museumszelt

A museum tent was already part of the 2010 Historische Wiesn, which gave rise to the Oide Wiesn the following year. A permanent fixture of the Oide Wiesn since 2013, it was originally operated by the Munich Showmen’s Foundation. In 2017, management was transferred to the Historical Society of Bavarian Showmen, though the exhibits continue to come from the Showmen’s Foundation’s collection. These include, for example, a trailer from the 1950s—which was integrated into the press office of the old Behördenhof at the Wiesn until 2003—as well as numerous organs and tractors, which are displayed in front of the tent. In 2017, even the “Ochsensemmeleingang” (ox sandwich entrance) of the old Ochsenbraterei was deemed worthy of a museum and attached to the tent. However, very few visitors are likely to notice it.

A large portion of the exhibits can even be used—including a shooting gallery from 1905, a jumping horse carousel from 1945, the Vienna Ice Palace, and a sausage grill. There’s also a program for children consisting of historic fairground attractions, organized by “Lilalu Educational and Vacation Programs” and the Johanniter. Fans of Oktoberfest posters can purchase reprints of them at a booth.

Most of the tent is taken up by a beer garden-style area with food and drink service. Following its redesign in 2017, it has a very inviting atmosphere. Entertainment is provided by brass bands performing on the stage of the “Urwald-Dämonen” show tent.

The tent’s kitchen offers particularly affordable prices. However, reservations are recommended only for large groups.