AIDAnova to Host Oktoberfest-Themed Cruise in 2026

AIDA Cruises has revealed that Frenzy, The Prinzen, voXXclub, Melissa Naschenweng, and other performers will headline “The O’zapft is! Cruise 2026” onboard the AIDAnova during Oktoberfest season.

Taking place from September 12 to 19, 2026, the AIDAnova will transform into a floating festival tent, offering Bavarian traditions, live performances, regional cuisine, and themed entertainment while sailing between Kiel, Kristiansand, Haugesund, Flåm, and Bergen.

According to AIDA, bookings are now open. Prices start at €960 per person based on double occupancy in an inside cabin (IC), with a €150 early booking discount available in limited numbers.

Onboard Highlights Include:

• Traditional Weißwurst
• Behind-the-scenes brewery tours with tastings
• Exclusive promotional beer from the ship’s own brewery
• Arm wrestling competitions
• Bavarian specialties like pork knuckle, sausage salad, and Obatzda

Featured Artists:

• Die Prinzen – pioneers of German a cappella pop
• Melissa Naschenweng – blending schlager, pop, rock, and folk
• Die Rotzlöffel – bringing Bavarian rock energy
• The Powerhouse – known for LederHosenRock
• voXXclub – popular for folk pop hits and onboard performances
• Frenzy – a regular performer at Mallorca’s Bierkönig
• Tim Toupet – famous for the hit “Du hast die Haare schön”
• Achim Petry – performing new versions of Wolfgang Petry classics
• Tim Peters