Attn Barley Man

I recommend that this year's trip moniker fruit your website pay homage to our 33 year anniversary. Everyone feel free to opine, but my idea is...

Die Zwei Dreien

Is a Visit in 2027 Now Required?

 

The Hofbräu Festzelt will feature a completely new building for the 2027 Oktoberfest, replacing the previous, iconic structure. As one of the largest tents (~10,000 capacity), it remains a top, lively destination, featuring traditional music, hearty Bavarian, vegetarian, and vegan food.

Key details regarding the Hofbräu transition:

• Final Season: The current, traditional Hofbräu tent structure is slated for its last season in 2026 before being replaced.
• New Tent: A new building is confirmed for the 2027 festival.
• Tent Features (Current): Known for its 12-quintal hop decoration, the angel "Aloisius" mascot, and a vibrant atmosphere popular with international visitors.

I'm starting to over plan.....

I know it's early, so don't give me grief. Trying to get a handle on rooms for Oktoberfest to give Anton a heads-up. As always, we can tell him one thing and then change when it comes time to pay. This will at least give us some budgetary numbers.

So... Give me your thoughts:

• Double Room: Chugger/Designated Walker
• Double Room: Barley Man/Paulaner Girl
• Double Room: Barley Man In-laws
• Double Room: Flying Dan/The Mrs. 
• Double Room: Flying Dan Sister/Brother In-law
• Single Room:   Dopplebock ???
• Single Room:   Sitting in the Corn Field

Inquiring minds want to know.

Update on Larry and The Beer Drinker's Guide

I emailed with Larry to see if he had any plans for Oktoberfest this year. The short answer is "no". He also said that there will not be another edition of the book. Too many people use Google and don't buy the book😢

I then asked about the possibility to take over his intellectual property and create a phone App. The short answer was "no" again. He said that he is working with his daughter and son-in-law to create a digital version. So maybe there is hope.

Let's be sure to drink a Maß in honor of Larry this trip. It was his book that has been our guiding light, especially in the early years.

Prost!