Traditionally groovy kocherlball: dance and enjoyment at the Chinese tower!

Traditionally groovy kocherlball: dance and enjoyment at the Chinese tower!

Biergarten am Chinesischen Turm, München, Deutschland - The Kocherlball, a true Munich tradition, is just around the corner! On Sunday, July 20, 2025, the beer garden on the Chinese tower in the English garden is transformed into a lively dance floor. From 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., all dance enthusiasts are invited to celebrate in the open air and revive the old customs. Admission is free, and table reservations can take place on the official website from mid-May, as in-muenchen.de reports.

What makes the Kocherlball so special? The origins go back to the 1880s when house staff danced in the fresh morning air on the Chinese tower. Even up to 5,000 participants: at that time there were the early morning dances. However, a strict moral performance led to a ban on the event in 1904. In the 1980s the Kocherlball was revived on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the English garden, and since then it has attracted up to 12,000 visitors every year: inside, such as English-muenchen-infos.de determined.

a festival for all

The event is not only for dancers: inside, but also for gourmets a highlight. In traditional ways, delicacies such as ox toys, Obatzda, sausages, pretzel and sweet lard, are served. There is also coffee, tea and freshly tapped beer to enjoy the day. When the weather is good, you can expect up to 10,000 participants: inside - there is something! In addition, the Japan Festival Munich takes place on the same day, which further fueled the festive mood.

The dress code provides traditional costume; Guests should dress in dirndls or lederhosen. The dance masters: Inside Katharina Mayer and Magnus Kaindl will traditionally lead the event and present dances such as Landler, Zw. In advance there are even free dance courses in the Hofbräuhaus that help to learn the right steps.

a weatherproof fun

The Kocherlball takes place regardless of the moods of the weather, although severe storms or thunderstorms can lead to the demolition of the event. This means that the organizers are well prepared, so that even in less ideal conditions, dance -loving spirits can benefit from tradition. The Haberl family will provide guests with a warm welcome in the beer garden, while the music groups create the right mood.