Oktoberfest Genova (Genoa Oktoberfest)

Oktoberfest Genova returns from September 10-27, 2026 to transform the Porto Antico and the historic city center squares into an authentic corner of Bavaria. For three weeks, Genoa's streets fill with the festive atmosphere of the famous German celebration, featuring craft beers, traditional music, and the conviviality that characterizes this event, now a symbol of German culture worldwide. Twinned with the historic festival in Munich, Bavaria, the event promises an immersive experience that blends Genoa's maritime history with Bavarian traditions. Main venues are located at the Porto Antico, easily accessible by public transport (dedicated AMT lines) and wheelchair accessible. Thousands of visitors from across Italy and abroad come to Genoa to savor authentic Bavarian culinary specialties: Nuremberg sausages, crispy pretzels, sauerkraut soups, and traditional dishes paired with the finest German beers (Paulaner, Spaten, Hofbräu) and local Ligurian craft brews. You'll also find staff in traditional dirndl and lederhosen costumes animating the stalls, creating an authentic atmosphere. Genoa's Oktoberfest is not just a beer festival, but a celebration of Bavarian tradition combining gastronomy, live music featuring characteristic polkas and mazurkas, folk dancing, and fireworks displays. Each weekend features themed programs: Friday dance evenings with orchestras, Saturday beer competitions and traditional contests, Sunday family-friendly music. Perfect for those seeking a unique experience without leaving Italy, Oktoberfest Genova represents an unmissable opportunity to discover the richness of German culture in a stunning seaside setting, make new friendships, and be enchanted by a celebration that for centuries has embodied gemütlichkeit—the pleasant Bavarian conviviality.