17–26 October 2019: A diverse programme, top bands, good food and famous guests guaranteed. And we’ve got a few surprises in store too! So don’t miss out – book now:

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Suitable hostels: Baden Youth Hostel / Brugg Youth Hostel

On 6 and 13 September 2019 with live music, bar, large beer garden, stalls and the Gasthof zum röhrenden Hirschen. Entry to the festival grounds, bar tent and Gasthof zum röhrenden Hirschen is free.

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Suitable hostels: Bern Youth Hostel

Over three weekends in October, the Grisons capital will be awash with Oktoberfest fever. The perfect addition to a trip to the mountains.

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Suitable hostels: Youth hostels in Grisons  / For groups: Sils. i.D. Youth Hostel

The doors are open from 5 to 21 September 2019. Enjoy typical Bavarian hospitality and delicacies in the Swiss Life Arena in Lucerne, where traditional Bavarian waiters will be serving up the tastes of Bayern in Lucerne. Alongside specialities such as obatzda, weisswurst and Bavarian-style roast chicken, guests can also enjoy the authentically decorated tent with room for over 1,400 people, plus fun & music with original Bavarian band Die Schlicher.

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Suitable hostels: Luzern Youth Hostel

The landmark 21th Winterthur Oktoberfest will take place from 17 October to  November 2019. And don’t miss the traditional Oktoberfest Stadl party on Sunday, 27 October.

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Suitable hostels: Zurich Youth Hostel / For groups: Fällanden Youth Hostel

On Saturday 21. September, 13. September and 5. October 2019, the Zofingen multi-purpose hall will receive an Oktoberfest makeover, with a live band and DJs to help get the party started.

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Suitable hostels: Zofingen Youth Hostel

Zurich main station will once again be transformed into the Züri Wiesn from 18 September to 12 October this year. Three different bands will get visitors into the Oktoberfest spirit in the tent on the station concourse.

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Suitable hostels: Zurich Youth Hostel

25 and 26 October near Wil with Bavarian-style roast chicken, weisswurst and beer. A free shuttle service will be available.

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Suitable hostels: St. Gallen Youth Hostel / Kreuzlingen Youth Hostel

27–28 September and 4–5 October 2019: The Gäupark Egerkingen shopping centre presents Oktoberfest Gäu Egerkingen by the Gäuparkkreisel in Egerkingen. The traditional festival is taking place for the 14th time at Gäupark!

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Suitable hostels: Zofingen Youth Hostel / Beinwil am See Youth Hostel

27 and 28 September 2019: It’s almost time: dust off your dirndl or lederhosen, grab your friends, and head to the Oktoberfest at the Herdernareal!

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Suitable hostels: Lucerne Youth Hostel / Seelisberg Youth Hostel

Celebrations will take place on three October weekends in two halls in Süri bei Bern. A shuttle bus will bring you to Flamatt, and for the return journey you can catch the connecting trains and Moonliner to Bern or Fribourg.

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Suitable hostels: Bern Youth Hostel / Avenches Youth Hostel

The second original Tuggen Wiesenfest will take place on 5 and 6 October 2018, when guests can look forward to traditional dishes, colourful Bavarian dress and typical Oktoberfest décor. The fun-filled evenings will also feature Oktoberfest games, animations and – of course – the renowned festival music. So what are you waiting for – join hands and sway along!

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Suitable hostels: Rapperswil-Jona Youth Hostel / Richterswil Youth Hostel

The Züri-Oberland Oktoberfest will take place from 27 September to 12 October 2019 at the Landihalle in Uster. We’ll be eating fondue and playing Jass, while on ‘Bräzel-Sunntig’, there’ll be fun for all the family.

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Suitable hostels: Zurich Youth Hostel / Rapperswil-Jona Youth Hostel / For groups: Fällanden Youth Hostel