🍻FOMO Munich - O'zapft is! Oktoberfest Highlights

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Melissa from FOMO
September 16, 2024

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The week we've all (or at least most of us) been waiting for since last year is finally here: Oktoberfest time!🍻🥨 This week, you'll find plenty of events related to Oktoberfest as well as numerous after-parties to cap off your Wiesn experience. And for those not heading to the Oktoberfest, there are plenty of alternative activities to enjoy. Have a great time celebrating or doing whatever you have planned!

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Melissa

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FOMO top picks of the week 🔥

  • Female Business Meetup (Pre-Wiesn Edition) 🍻👗 I Wednesday, 7 pm - Connect with like-minded, self-employed women at this special Pre-Wiesn edition. Slip into your Dirndl or come as you are and join for an inspiring evening of networking. Embrace the Oktoberfest spirit and engage with power-women committed to growth and mutual support.

  • Munich Circular Dinner #2 ♻️ | Thursday, 4 pm - Join the second Munich Circular Dinner for an inspiring evening of connection and collaboration at the Community Kitchen. Enjoy a 3-course meal, network with circular economy innovators, and get updates on Munich’s circular strategy.

  • AfterWERK Wiesn Edition 🍻 | Thursday, 6 pm - Kick off Oktoberfest at this special AfterWERK Wiesn Edition at Werk1. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and networking with Munich’s startup community.

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Monday 16th

  • Expertinnen Talk: Social Media 📱 | 6 pm - Join this insightful talk on how to boost your social media presence and get expert tips to grow your online influence. Perfect for entrepreneurs and digital creators!

Tuesday 17th

  • FemBiz Netzwerk Frühstück ☕️ | 8:30 am - Connect with like-minded women at this networking breakfast for female entrepreneurs and businesswomen. Grow your network and start your day with inspiration!

  • Entrepreneurs München: Offenes Treffen 🚀 | 7 pm - Join the Munich entrepreneur community at this public meetup to exchange ideas, get inspired, and make valuable connections in a relaxed setting.

Wednesday 18th

  • FemBoss Netzwerk Event 💼 | 7 pm - This networking event is perfect for self-employed women looking to grow their businesses, expand their networks, and find inspiration among peers in Munich.

  • Female Business Meetup (Pre-Wiesn Edition) 🍻👗 I 7 pm - Connect with like-minded, self-employed women at this special Pre-Wiesn edition. Slip into your Dirndl or come as you are and join for an inspiring evening of networking. Embrace the Oktoberfest spirit and engage with power-women committed to growth and mutual support.

Thursday 19th

  • AgriFood Demo Day Munich 🌱 | 2 pm - Explore the latest innovations in the agrifood sector at this demo day. Meet startups, investors, and industry leaders, and learn about the future of sustainable food technology!

  • Munich Circular Dinner #2 ♻️ | 4 pm - Join the second Munich Circular Dinner for an inspiring evening of connection and collaboration at the Community Kitchen. Enjoy a 3-course meal, network with circular economy innovators, and get updates on Munich’s circular strategy.

  • Oberpollinger x Afterwork Painting 🎨 | 5:30 pm - Unleash your creativity with Oberpollinger's Afterwork Painting series, featuring Wild Animal Print (Acrylic). Create your own masterpiece under expert guidance in this fun, hands-on workshop.

  • AfterWERK Wiesn Edition 🍻 | 6 pm - Kick off Oktoberfest at this special AfterWERK Wiesn Edition at Werk1. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and networking with Munich’s startup community.

  • Season Closing x Pre-Wiesn Party 🍂🥨 I 6 pm - Dress in your best Tracht and join the Apero Monaco crew for their season closing party. Bring the Wiesn spirit with you for this Tracht-only celebration! Bring your Gpusi 👀

  • Tafelrunde München: Wine Edition 🍷🏙 | 6:30 pm - Enjoy an exclusive wine-tasting experience where a wine expert will guide you through an immersive tasting experience, exploring the nuances of various wines and their perfect food pairings. This event is not only a chance to savor exceptional wines but also to network with fellow professionals from the real estate and housing industry.

  • Y.D.Y.A. Afterwork 🍸 | 8 pm - Dive into an unforgettable night at Pandora Club in Werkviertel München with great drinks, lively music, and vibrant company. Enjoy a free welcome drink, and groove to top DJs.

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Friday 20th

  • Beading in the City - Wiesn/Oktoberfest Special 💎🥨 | 6 pm - Craft your perfect Wiesn accessory at this special beading event! Make your own bracelet, necklace, or charm to match your Dirndl and enter Oktoberfest in style.

  • BREADBOX TURNS 1 🎂💙 | 10 pm - Celebrate BREADBOX’s first anniversary at Lucky Who with a night of eclectic beats, including Afro, RnB, and Amapiano. Enjoy a special welcome drink and Philly cheese sandwich for the first 50 guests!

  • Lemonade Afro Wiesn Opening 🍋 | 11 pm - Celebrate the Afro Wiesn Opening. Dance to the beat of Afro, Trap, RnB and Amapiano and enjoy an incomparable atmosphere.

Saturday 21st

  • Wiesn-Einzug der Brauereien und Festwirte 🍺 | 10:45 am - Watch the big procession as Munich's brewers and Oktoberfest hosts kick off the festival in style! Enjoy the beautifully decorated carriages, beer wagons and costumed participants as they make their way to the Theresienwiese, setting the perfect tone for the opening of the Oktoberfest. Tickets from €24.50.

  • 3MILLS Ride, Repair & Fritz 🚴‍♂️ | 10:30 am - Join 3MILLS Cycling & fritz-kola for a scenic ride along the Isar, followed by a hands-on bike repair session. Perfect for beginners and experienced cyclists alike.

  • Generation D Finale 2024 - Pitch Competition 🎤 | 5:30 pm - Attend at Brainlab Headquarters in Munich the finale of the Social Entrepreneurship competition. Watch top startups pitch their innovative ideas to a jury and vote for the audience award, followed by networking and celebration with food and drinks.

  • Saturday Madness - Drella After Wiesn 🍻 | 10 pm - Experience the ultimate after-Wiesn madness with a mix of house and hip-hop, live acts, and show performances at Drella. Get ready for non-stop fun during the 5th season in Munich.

  • Ammici AfterWiesn 🍻 | 10 pm - Keep the Oktoberfest spirit alive at the Ammici AfterWiesn party. Enjoy drinks, music, and good vibes!

  • OBVS AfterWiesn 🎉 | 10 pm - End your Wiesn days in style at OBVS - everyday from 21.09 - 06.10, starting at 10 PM - 3AM.

Sunday 22nd

  • Hit Wiesn Brunch 🍻 | 12 pm - Feeling the effects of your first Wiesn night? Keep the party going at Haus im Tal with endless beer, spritzers, and hearty Wiesn food to cure that hangover. Mingle, recover, and let Oktoberfest tunes revive your weekend spirit ;)

  • w3.wiesn 2024 ⛓🍻 I The w3.fund team, investors, portfolio companies, and Web3 experts meet for a casual evening of Bavarian delicacies and beer. Network and celebrate in true Oktoberfest style! Invite only.

Monday 23rd

  • bold. running club x Suuapinga 👟☕️ I 7 am - Calling all early birds - grab your running shoes and join the bold.running community for a run through Munich, finishing with a cappuccino at Suuapinga. 6:45 am bag drop-off.

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  • PRIVATE-EQUITY-WIESN 2024 🍻 | Sep 26, 15:30 pm - Join Baker Tilly, Kloepfel Consulting, and Unternehmeredition for an exclusive networking event at Käfer Wiesn-Schänke. Enjoy traditional Bavarian delicacies and connect with industry leaders in a refined setting.

  • VNTR Investors Roundtable Munich 💼 | Sep 30, 3 pm - Connect with active VC investors, family offices, business angels, and crypto investors at the exclusive roundtable. Discuss the latest trends and co-investment opportunities over coffee and networking sessions. Request to join.

  • "Board Meeting" at Surftown - where surfing, networking and charity converge! 🏄🏽 I Friday, 27.09, 12:30 - 17:30 pm - Together with Fabian Tausch and Generation Cup 2024, we’re inviting CEOs and founders to an exclusive event packed with surfing, networking, and giving back to a great cause. It's the perfect kickoff to Bits & Pretzels!

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