Oktoberfest in Bergen 2025 – Dates, Location & How to Join the Fun

Bergen is gearing up once again for the city’s biggest Bavarian-inspired party — Oktoberfest 2025! If you’re in Bergen this October, here’s everything you need to know about the event.

🎉 When & Where

• Dates: October 9 – 18, 2025

• Location: Festplassen, Bergen — in a massive festival tent that fits around 1,700 guests.

• Expect both daytime and evening shows, with traditional Tyrolean bands, DJs, troubadours, and plenty of entertainment.

In addition to the main festival at Festplassen, smaller Oktoberfest events will also pop up across Bergen. For example, Oktoberfest at Gamle Brannstasjonen takes place on October 4, 2025 (18:00–23:00) at Rådstuplassen 9, 5014 Bergen.

🍺 What to Expect

• Authentic Bavarian vibes: long wooden tables, beer steins, lederhosen, and dirndls

• Classic German food such as pretzels, sausages, and schnitzel

• Bergen breweries alongside imported German beers

• Reserved table options (highly recommended for evening sessions)

• A lively mix of music, dancing, and activities throughout the day and late into the night

📈 Why It’s Worth Adding to Your “Things to Do in Bergen” List

Oktoberfest in Bergen is not just about beer — it’s about community, live music, and experiencing a slice of Bavarian culture with a unique Norwegian twist. Surrounded by fjords and mountains, it’s one of the most scenic Oktoberfest celebrations in Europe.

👉 If you’re planning a visit to Bergen this October, make sure to add Oktoberfest at Festplassen to your itinerary. Whether you’re here for the beer, the music, or just the good vibes — this is one festival you don’t want to miss. Prost!🍻

Billy