Käfer Wiesn-Schänke
Paulaner
Käfer Wiesn-Schänke is the gourmet tent at Oktoberfest 2026, seating 2,900 indoors plus 200 outside — small by Wiesn standards. Run by the Käfer catering family, it serves Paulaner at around €15 per Maß alongside a full restaurant menu (Wiener Schnitzel ~€32, lobster ~€45). Its defining feature is the closing time: 01:15, the latest at Oktoberfest. This is where politicians, footballers and Munich high society end the night.
Updated 11 May 2026
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The gourmet tent of the Oktoberfest, run by the famous Käfer catering family. Known for upscale food, celebrity sightings, and late closing (1:15 AM).
Music: DJ and live band, upscale party atmosphere
Closes: 01:15
Capacity
3,100 seats
Indoor: 2,900
Beer garden: 200
How to Book
Book NowWhat it's actually like
Käfer is the tent that breaks every Oktoberfest rule. The food is restaurant-grade (the same Käfer family runs the catering for the Bavarian Parliament and Bayern Munich), the prices are double or triple the other tents, the music shifts to a live band plus DJ in the evening, and crucially it stays open until 01:15 — three hours after every other large tent has closed. The result is a tent that draws politicians, Bundesliga players, and Munich high society, especially after the other tents shut. It is the smallest of the 14 large tents at 3,100 capacity, which compounds the exclusivity. The honest take: if you are reading this and asking whether Käfer is right for you, it probably is not. It is right for someone who wants late-night Oktoberfest after the rest of the Wiesn has wound down, who is comfortable spending €120+ on a champagne bottle, and who wants celebrity-spotting over tradition. Everyone else: go to Hacker, Schottenhamel, or Augustiner for less money and a more authentic Oktoberfest feel.
Best for
- ✓Late-night drinkers (open until 01:15)
- ✓Celebrity-spotting and Munich high society
- ✓Restaurant-quality food rather than Hendl + Brezn
- ✓Date nights and special occasions
Avoid if
- ✗You are on a budget
- ✗You want the traditional brass-band Oktoberfest atmosphere
- ✗You want a large, raucous beer-tent feel
Reservation Sessions
| Session | Time | Days | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch | 10:00–15:30 | Daily | — |
| Evening | 15:30–01:15 | Daily | — |
Typical Menu
Prices are approximate and based on previous years. Final 2026 prices will be confirmed closer to the festival.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Käfer Wiesn-Schänke open until 01:15?▼
Käfer and the Weinzelt are the only two large tents at Oktoberfest with extended licensing past 22:30. Käfer closes at 01:15 — three hours later than the 12 other large tents. This makes it the de facto late-night spot at Oktoberfest, drawing the crowd that wants to continue after other tents have shut.
How expensive is Käfer Wiesn-Schänke?▼
Significantly more expensive than other Oktoberfest tents. Wiener Schnitzel ~€32, beef tartare ~€28, lobster ~€45, the signature Käfer duck ~€38. Champagne starts at €120+ per bottle. Beer is the same price as other tents (~€15 per Maß), but food and wine bills are roughly double.
Can I get into Käfer Wiesn-Schänke without a reservation?▼
Difficult. Käfer is the smallest of the 14 large tents (3,100 capacity) and reservations are aggressive. Late-night walk-in (after 22:30) is sometimes possible once other-tent crowds drift in, but evening tables without a reservation are essentially impossible.
How do I book Käfer Wiesn-Schänke for 2026?▼
Reservations open in January at wiesnresmittag.kaefer-wiesn.de. The site separates lunch (mittag) and evening reservations. Lunch is easier to land than evening. Group enquiries via the booking page.
Which celebrities go to Käfer Wiesn-Schänke?▼
Käfer is the reliable celebrity tent at Oktoberfest. Bavarian politicians (CSU leadership especially), Bayern Munich players and management, Formula 1 drivers, and German entertainment figures are regularly spotted. The crowd skews older, wealthier, and more Munich-establishment than any other tent.
What is the dress code at Käfer Wiesn-Schänke?▼
Tracht (Lederhosen / Dirndl) is standard at every Oktoberfest tent. Käfer trends toward higher-end Tracht — Trachten Angermaier or Lodenfrey rather than budget shops. There is no formal dress code, but the crowd dresses up.