Frühschoppen

Frühschoppen is also often held at fun fairs, the most famous being Oktoberfest or Cannstatter Volksfest.

The Bavarian Frühschoppen began in rural areas and has originally taken place on Sundays in a tavern at the regulars' table (Stammtisch).

In the corner of the tavern or festival tent (Festzelt) there is typically a band playing Volksmusik.

In many other regions of Germany, Frühschoppen is understood more generally to be a gathering in a pub on Sunday morning, traditionally held after church service.

With the decline of church attendance in Germany this tradition has become somewhat less common, but is still held up in many places, especially in rural areas.