On Saturday, 14 February 2026, up to 100 000 people are registered to demonstrate against Iran’s regime on Munich’s Theresienwiese, coinciding with the Munich Security Conference (MSC) that runs from 13 to 15 February.
What is happening on the ground?
The protest, organised by the association The Munich Circle under the banner “Human rights and freedom for Iran – international solidarity with the Iranian people”, began around noon and is scheduled to run until 18:00. Thousands have already gathered in front of the Bavaria statue, waving Iranian flags; some participants also display U.S. And Israeli flags. A large Iranian flag has been stretched between two cranes on the venue.
Police have reported sightings of drones over the area. Flying drones is prohibited under the flight‑restriction zone that covers the city centre and the Theresienwiese, and violations will be penalised.
Transport disruptions
The Münchner Verkehrsgesellschaft (MVG) says the U‑4 and U‑5 subway lines are overloaded between Innsbrucker Ring and the Theresienwiese, causing delays toward Westendstraße and Laimer Platz. Bus routes 58 and 100 are being rerouted and the Elisenstraße stop is omitted.
You’ll see no parking spaces for cars or buses around the venue; stopping to board or alight is forbidden and illegal vehicles may be towed. Police advise drivers of buses to utilize the free parking area at the Messe München (access via Paul‑Henri‑Spaak‑Straße, gate 14) and then take the U‑2 to Innsbrucker Ring and transfer to the U‑5. As an alternative, the S‑bahn from Riem or Feldkirchen can bring passengers directly to the Hauptbahnhof or Hackerbrücke, from where the Theresienwiese is a short walk away.
Additional demonstrations
Besides the Iran rally, more than 15 other gatherings related to the MSC are registered for the weekend, including a 4 000‑person protest between Marienplatz and Stachus and a 3 000‑person rally at Max‑Joseph‑Platz. A “Grandmothers against the Right” demonstration is also scheduled for 11:00 at Sendlinger‑Tor‑Platz.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Iran demonstration start and end?
The rally is scheduled to begin at 12:00 and conclude at 18:00 on 14 February 2026.
How many participants are expected?
Organisers have registered up to 100 000 participants from across Germany and other European countries, though the exact turnout remains uncertain.
What transport measures are in place for attendees?
MVG reports overload on U‑4 and U‑5 lines, with rerouted bus lines 58 and 100. Police recommend using the free Messe München parking area and then the U‑2/U‑5 subway connection, or the S‑bahn from Riem or Feldkirchen to the city centre.
How might the demonstration influence the international discussions taking place at the Munich Security Conference?
