At FC Bayern, Oktoberfest has become a fixture on the seasonal calendar. In addition to the team’s visit to the Wiesn, the traditional Oktoberfest jersey also draws attention every year. Now, images of the potential design for the 2026–27 season have surfaced—and the fans’ reactions are surprisingly clear-cut.
The website “Footy Headlines” has published images of FC Bayern’s new Oktoberfest jersey. If the leak is confirmed, adidas is opting for a design this time that differs significantly from past Wiesn jerseys.
The new jersey apparently features an unusual look. While past Oktoberfest jerseys often relied on classic Bavarian elements, subdued colors, and traditional patterns, the new version appears much more experimental.
This is precisely what is sparking debate among Bayern fans even before the official unveiling. Opinions on social media vary widely, but are predominantly negative.
One fan even drew a clear conclusion after seeing the first pictures: “Well, this year I’m going to stop buying Oktoberfest jerseys.”
Another fan also delivers a scathing verdict, writing: “A clear step down from the last three Oktoberfest jerseys.”
But there are also positive comments about the jersey: “I don’t care what everyone else thinks—it’s beautiful,” writes one user.
Unusual design
In fact, FC Bayern’s Oktoberfest jerseys have long since achieved cult status. The special jerseys are traditionally unveiled around the time of the Munich Oktoberfest and combine the club’s colors with elements of the Bavarian folk festival.
In recent years, the jerseys have enjoyed great popularity. That’s precisely why fans scrutinize new designs particularly closely.
With the leaked model, adidas appears to be deliberately taking a different approach. In contrast to the traditional designs of previous Oktoberfest jerseys, the new jersey stands out with an unconventional design.
The black base color is overlaid with a multicolored, abstract all-over pattern reminiscent of a colorful collage. The unusual look clearly sets it apart from the record champion’s previous Oktoberfest jerseys. According to Adidas, the vibrant pattern is intended to reflect the pulsating energy of Oktoberfest.
However, it has not yet been officially confirmed whether the jersey will actually be released exactly as shown. With leaked jerseys, details are subject to change until the official unveiling.
Official unveiling is still pending
FC Bayern has not yet officially commented on the new Oktoberfest jersey. However, if the leaked design does indeed match the final jersey, the unveiling is likely to generate plenty of buzz.
The unusual design, in particular, could become a selling point. While some fans are already disappointed, experience shows that eye-catching jerseys also attract a lot of curious attention.
One thing is certain: the potential new Oktoberfest jersey is already dividing opinion even before its official unveiling. Whether it ultimately becomes a bestseller or actually represents a break in style from its popular predecessors will become clear by the time of the official release, at the latest.