Oktoberfest Blumenau 2026: Schedule, Tickets and a Scam Alert

Oktoberfest Blumenau 2026 runs through October 25 at Parque Vila Germânica. There are still parades, bands and special activities ahead. If you’re going before 10/10, check the day’s schedule before you head out; for the other dates, double-check the times on the official website. On 10/7, admission is free; on 10/9 and 10/10 there’s a charge. For lodging during the festival, browse hotels in Blumenau and adjust your travel dates.

What’s still happening at Oktoberfest Blumenau 2026

The official schedule for 10/6 lists German games starting at 9/10, international bands throughout the month and special activities beyond the pavilions. Through 10/10, Dorfrocker and Die Kirchdorfer are on the calendar, plus a parade on Saturday. Performances can change; check the day’s lineup to pick your stage and time.

After 10/10, Die Kirchdorfer are still scheduled through 10/12, Voxx Club from 10/15 to 10/17, Hogl Fun Band from 10/15 to 10/18 and 10/22 to 10/25, Troglauer from 10/22 to 10/24 and Zillertal Orchester from 10/22 to 10/25. The program also includes the Oktoberfest Run on 10/11, Paraoktober on 10/21 and Oktober 60+ on 10/22. These activities have different venues and conditions; confirm each one on the official page.

Tickets, free days and entry rules

The organizers confirm six free-admission days: October 7, 8, 13, 19, 20 and 25. The 10/12 holiday is paid, contrary to what earlier announcements stated. On paid days, full-price admission in October 2026 costs R$ 24 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, R$ 60 on Fridays and holiday eves, and R$ 80 on Saturdays. Half-price costs R$ 12, R$ 30 and R$ 40 respectively.

Charging starts at 6 pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and at 1 pm on Saturdays, Sundays and the 10/12 holiday. Festzelt and Galegão charge an extra R$ 8 at the turnstile. Children up to 12 accompanied by an adult get in free; half-price admission and traditional costume depend on the rules and documents set by the festival. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a family member per the regulations. Buy through the official ticket page or at the park’s box office.

Free parades still on the calendar

After the 10/7 opening, the official parade schedule lists 10/10 at 4 pm, 10/11 at 10:30 am in Vila Itoupava, 10/12 at 10 am, 10/14 at 7:30 pm, 10/17 at 4 pm, 10/21 at 7:30 pm and 10/24 at 4 pm. The other parades go down Rua XV de Novembro. Watching the street parade is free; entering the pavilions follows the ticket rule for your chosen date.

How to get to Vila Germânica and back

The park is at Rua Alberto Stein, 199, in the Velha neighborhood. If you’re already in Blumenau, BluMob runs extra service during the festival to Terminal da Proeb, about 700 m from the entrance. The official mobility page lists R$ 7 in cash or R$ 5.50 with a prepaid card in October 2026. The city announced 945 extra trips between 10/7 and 10/25; check your line and the last departure time in the BluMob app.

Taxis line up on Rua Alberto Stein, by the exit next to Spaten Garten. The festival website points to rideshare pickup in front of Galegão; since meeting points can shift with the crowds, confirm the signage on the day. By car, accredited parking lots cost R$ 50 Monday through Thursday, except holidays, and R$ 60 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in October 2026. Check the list of addresses on the mobility channel. If you’re arriving via Navegantes airport, arrange the road leg to Blumenau and the return trip in advance, especially after the festival.

Where to stay during Oktoberfest

The Velha neighborhood cuts down the trip to Vila Germânica, especially if you plan to stay out late. Centro makes it easy to catch the parades on Rua XV and fit in some city sightseeing, but you’ll need to plan your ride back from the pavilions. Check the map for the distance to the park’s actual entrance, not just the hotel’s address. Availability for 10/10 and the following weekends moves fast; adjust your dates before booking.

If you want to use another day to explore the city, there’s a guide to what to do in Blumenau outside the festival. Pomerode also fits into a separate day, as long as you arrange the trip back before nightfall; see the Pomerode itinerary. The activity below departs from Navegantes, not Blumenau, so check the starting point before booking.

Where to stay in Blumenau

Fake free-product pages: how to check

On 9/29, the organizers warned about a page using the Oktoberfest Blumenau brand that promised free products and charged only shipping. According to the statement from the City Hall Communications Office reported by RBA TV, the festival denied any link to the offer and told the public not to pay or share personal or banking data. The festival’s visual identity alone doesn’t prove a page is official.

Type oktoberfestblumenau.com.br directly into your browser. For tickets, go to the “Ingressos” section from that domain and follow the button to the official box office; the city identifies Imply/Eleven Tickets as the ticketing provider for this edition. For the schedule and rules, use the internal pages of the same domain. An ad for a “free product” that requires shipping, an address similar to the official one, or a link received by message deserves a pause: look for the offer on the official site before paying. If it’s not there, don’t fill out any form.

Oktober Karte and spending inside the park

The Oktober Karte is used for food, drinks and rides. According to the City of Blumenau, activation requires a R$ 10 deposit in October 2026, refunded when you return the card at the end of the event. Old cards can be reused if they’re in good condition, but balances from previous editions don’t transfer. Top up through the channels listed on the festival website or at points inside the park, and check the refund rules before loading a large balance.

If you’re visiting on 10/10, plan your arrival around the 4 pm parade and the crowds downtown. For other dates, pick the attraction you want to see on the official schedule first; then decide on lodging and your ride back. That keeps you from buying tickets or booking a hotel based on an old post.

Sources to check before you go

• Festival services and schedule
• Tickets and rules
• Parades
• Mobility and parking

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oktoberfest Blumenau 2026 run?

Oktoberfest Blumenau 2026 runs from October 7 to 25 at Parque Vila Germânica in Blumenau.

Which days still have free admission?

After 10/7, admission is free on 10/8, 10/13, 10/19, 10/20 and 10/25. The 10/12 holiday is paid.

How much do tickets cost?

In October 2026, full-price admission ranges from R$ 24 to R$ 80 depending on the day; half-price, from R$ 12 to R$ 40. Festzelt and Galegão charge an extra R$ 8.

How can I tell an official promotion from a scam?

Start with the oktoberfestblumenau.com.br domain and follow its links for tickets, services and promotions. The organizers denied any link to the “free” product page that charges shipping.