The Oktoberfest Blumenau gastronomy offers more than 150 options, with new additions in 2026, solidifying the festival as a gastronomic destination
With over 150 dishes to choose from, Oktoberfest Blumenau blends traditional German recipes with touches of local cuisine, guaranteeing authentic and unforgettable flavors.
For those visiting the largest German festival in the Americas, trying the traditional dishes and new offerings of the 41st edition of the event is also an essential part of the experience.
What to eat at Oktoberfest Blumenau
- Pretzel: The classic German savory bread, perfect to enjoy with an ice-cold beer. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, it's one of the symbols of the festival.
- Bratwurst: A traditional German sausage, usually grilled or baked, that pairs perfectly with mustard and fresh bread.
- Eisbein, pork knuckle with bone: A robust, succulent, and well-seasoned dish, ideal for those who want to experience the complete German tradition.
- Spätzle with Blumenau Sausage: A typical German pasta served with local sausage, combining tradition and regional flavor.
- Apple Strudel: A classic German dessert with puff pastry and apple filling, usually served with cinnamon, cream, or ice cream.
- Tulipato: A regional dish from Blumenau, which brings local identity and is a great choice for those who want to try the unique flavors of the festival.
- Choripato: A quick and tasty snack, typical of German cuisine, ideal for those who want to eat something light between drinks.
- Rollmops: Pickled fish, usually rolled herring, that adds a tangy and refreshing flavor to balance heavier dishes.
- Döner Kebab: (new in 2026) A sandwich of Turkish origin adapted by immigrants in Germany that gained popularity and established itself as one of the best-known German street food dishes.
- Roast pork: (new in 2026) A sandwich of Turkish origin adapted by immigrants in Germany that gained popularity and became one of the best-known dishes of German street food.
How to buy food at Oktoberfest Blumenau
Purchases within the festival are made exclusively with the Oktober Karte, a prepaid card that functions like a debit card.
Those who already have a card from previous years can reuse it; simply activate it at one of the ATMs.
For new visitors, it is necessary to purchase the card and recharge it at the self-service terminals or at the cash registers in the pavilions and outdoor area.
