Augsburg Autumn Fair 2026: Two Weeks of Folk Festival Magic in Augsburg

Event: Augsburg Autumn Fair 2026 in Plärrergelände, 86153 Augsburg on 28. August 2026

Date and Time

28. August 2026 12:00

Location

Augsburg
86 Augsburg, Germany

Price

Free

About this Event

Festivals

Mood

Festive

Venue Type

Outside

Augsburg Autumn Fair 2026: Swabia's largest folk festival calls to Augsburg

When the end of August sees the fairgrounds in Oberhausen come to life, a true multi-day experience filled with festival atmosphere, fun rides, and Bavarian festival culture begins in Augsburg. The Augsburg Autumn Fair 2026 runs from August 28 to September 13 and is considered the largest folk festival in Bavarian Swabia. ([augsburg.de](https://www.augsburg.de/freizeit/feste-und-maerkte/plaerrer/))

Tradition meets fairground shine

The fair is as much a part of Augsburg as the large festival tents, sweet scents, and the bright screams of the rides. Its roots go back a long way: since 1878, the folk festival has been celebrated in the Kleine Exerzierplatz, evolving from historical fairs into a lively festival format of its own. Today, around 85 showmen and innkeepers shape the picture, along with high-tech rides, nostalgic classics, and Bavarian coziness in the tents. ([augsburg.de](https://www.augsburg.de/freizeit/feste-und-maerkte/plaerrer/))

This is what the Autumn Fair feels like

Between the Ferris wheel, bumper cars, and festival tent, a mix of energy and sense of home emerges that makes folk festivals so special. The fair is accessible, the entrances are monitored, and large bags should preferably be left at home. Those arriving by tram can conveniently reach the grounds via line 4; parking is scarce, so public transport or bicycles are advisable. ([augsburger-plaerrer.de](https://augsburger-plaerrer.de/))

What visitors can expect in 2026

The autumn edition brings together new rides and plenty of tried-and-true attractions. Officially, the event is organized as approximately a two-week folk festival with opening hours from Monday to Thursday starting at 12:00 PM, on Fridays until 11:30 PM, and on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays starting at 10:30 AM. Tables in the large festival tents can be reserved directly with the operators. ([augsburger-plaerrer.de](https://augsburger-plaerrer.de/))

Conclusion

The Augsburg Autumn Fair 2026 promises two weeks full of folk festival magic, family moments, and real festival atmosphere in the heart of Bavaria. Anyone looking for fairground excitement, festival tent vibes, and tradition in a single experience should definitely mark this date and experience the Autumn Fair live. ([augsburg.de](https://www.augsburg.de/freizeit/feste-und-maerkte/plaerrer/))

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