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Oktoberfest began as a horse race in honor of King Joseph Maximilian's marriage to Princess Theresa in October of 1810.Old World: The First Oktoberfest Today the celebration is still held annually for two weeks in Munich, Germany from the end of September into early October, and is considered one of the largest festivals in the world.Muenchen.de: The History of Oktoberfest
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- The first Oktoberfest: October 12, 1810Old World: The First Oktoberfest
- 6 million attendees annually Muenchen.de: The History of Oktoberfest
- Known for its swaying drinking songsDestination 360: History of Oktoberfest
- Lasts for sixteen daysDestination 360: History of Oktoberfest
- Begins with an official ceremony known as The ‘Wies’n’ publicansDiscover Munich: Oktoberfest
- Munich themed drinking steins are created by the millionsDestination 360: Oktoberfest Decorations
- Visitors fill their steins at beer tents located all over festival groundsMuenchen.de: The History of Oktoberfest
- Popular foods include Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst, beer, roasted meats, potato dumplingsVistawide: German Traditions: Oktoberfest
- Also celebrated throughout the US as a German-American Heritage Festival
- Many people wear traditional Bavarian costumes at Oktoberfest, including lederhosen and dirndles
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Oktoberfest Travel Tips
If you're planning a trip to Oktoberfest in Munich, do your research and plan ahead. Because Oktoberfest is such a popular time to travel it is recommended to book accommodations a year or more in advance.Destination 360: History of Oktoberfest -
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This song always reminds me of Oktoberfest in La Crosse, WI! DIG IT. ♫ http://blip.fm/~g3qbi
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View All Oktoberfest Questions (16) | Ask a QuestionAt your local Oktoberfest, do they serve the beer in the traditional 1 liter glasses or smaller sizes or both? (4 Answers)In Cleveland OH both ways exist depending on the booth. Most of the booths will give the beer in a smaller size (often in a plastic cup), this is done ... read moreIs there an Oktoberfest celebration in your home town? Do you dress for it? (8 Answers)Yes and yes :) Kitchener, Ontario is a well known community with a large German population. There is a very strong tradition of both a traditional Oktoberfest and a somewhat ... read moreAre you ready for Oktoberfest? Do you have lederhosen or a dirndl? (1 Answer)Ready ??? Ready ??? You can NEVER be ready for this trust me !!!! I have been there 4 times ( if you are in fact talking about the real ... read moreWhen singing Ein Prosit is it preferable to sing "Eins, zwei, drei g'suffa!" or "Ans, swa, drei g'suffa!"? (1 Answer)Just from my experience of living in Bavaria for a short period of time, I would say the second phrase "Ans, swa, drei . . " because it sounds more ... read more
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