Oktoberfest 2025: Pink Sunday and the new Gay Monday are conquering the Oktoberfest!

Oktoberfest 2025: Pink Sunday and the new Gay Monday are conquering the Oktoberfest!

On September 21, 2025, some special events will take place at the Oktoberfest in Munich. The Bavarian motto “Live and let live” is presented here in full force, while tradition and modernity meet and form intersections. What is particularly noteworthy is that the traditional costume and shooting parade is celebrated at the same time as “Pink Sunday”, a meeting of the queer community in the Bräurosl. This event has become a festive tradition and attracts many visitors.

This year Christian IV, prince of the oldest carnival club Narhalla, is on the festival grounds together with the drag queen Susi Sendling. Susi, who appears as the May Queen, is surrounded by Timmy, Andy and Stefan, who are closely involved in the fetish community. The group is dressed in eye-catching outfits made of patent leather and leather, while the royal couple appear in traditional costume. Timmy emphasizes how important visibility is for the queer community at Oktoberfest, although the experiences so far have been consistently positive - many visitors ask to take photos with them.

Rosa Wiesn and the extension to Monday

The Pink Wiesn, which is traditionally celebrated on the first Sunday of the Wiesn in the Bräurosl, has now become so established that it is being extended by one day this year. Landlady Franziska Kohlpaintner reports that she has to reject many reservation requests because the demand is huge. What is particularly interesting is that “Rosl Monday” begins on September 21st at 3 p.m. in order to create even more space for interested visitors.

Gay Sunday opened in 2024, with Dominik Krause, Munich's second mayor, tapping the first barrel of beer and handing out the first pints of beer to guests for free. This event attracts not only locals but also international guests who travel from countries such as the USA and Australia. It is also planned to officially promote Gay Monday in 2026 in order to send a strong signal against hatred and incitement.

An important sign for the community

The decision to raise the rainbow flag is made by the queer community to draw attention to their concerns. The Oktoberfest, and especially the events in the Bräurosl, are not only a celebration of beer enjoyment, but also an expression of diversity and community, which is of great importance in these times. Christian IV and his companions plan to return to the festival tent after a short break to celebrate with the guests and enjoy the day to the fullest.

Overall, this year's “Pink Sunday” and the extension to “Rosl Monday” clearly show that Oktoberfest is a place of togetherness where everyone is welcome. The exchange between tradition and contemporary culture makes the festival a special experience for everyone who wants to experience the Bavarian lifestyle up close.

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