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2008 marks the 175th annual Oktoberfest celebration in Munich, Germany. Considered the biggest festival in the world, Oktoberfest is a sixteen day event filled with traditional music, food and beer. Discover Munich: Munich Oktoberfest
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Fast Facts
- First Oktoberfest celebrated October 12, 1810The Pittsburgh Tribune: Oktoberfest excites appetites for German Food
- Festival Dates: September 20th-October 5, 2008Muenchen.de: Oktoberfest 2008
- Beer costs between 7.80 and 8.30 euros per litre The Wiesen Website: Oktoberfest Dates and General FAQs
- Begins with an official ceremony called 'Wies'n’ Publicans Discover Munich: Munich Oktoberfest
- First keg of beer tapped by the Lord Mayor Discover Munich: Munich Oktoberfest
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Major Oktoberfest Beer Tents
Here are a few of the major beer tents that are a must visit while in Munich for Oktoberfest: Muenchen.de: Oktoberfest 2008- Lowenbrau-Festhalle
- Hippodrom
- Armbrustschutzenzelt
- Hofbrau Festzelt
- Hacker-Festzelt
- Schottenhamel
- Winzerer Fahndl
- Schutzen-Festzelt
- Kafers Wiesn Schanke
- Weinzelt
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Oktoberfest Travel Tips
Many people plan to visit Munich during Oktoberfest, so it is recommended that you plan and schedule travel and accommodations at least one year in advance. In some instances, not even a year is enough, so do your research to ensure that you can fully enjoy the Oktoberfest celebration.Destination 360: History of Oktoberfest -
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YouTube Video: Munich Oktoberfest Parade 2008 (Time: 6:07)
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Blog: Oktoberfest in Munich 2008
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Muenchen.de: Oktoberfest September 20t-October 5th
Jenny: Incredibly informative site!
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YouTube Video: Munich Oktoberfest Parade 2008 (Time: 6:07)
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Mis fotos del Oktoberfest 2009: http://bit.ly/1dOIea (En mi cuenta de FB tengo las del 2008 también)
@NeoVladDracul | November 09, 2009 01:46 AM -
Momento #GuinnessBook2010: Mulher leva 19 canecas de breja por 40 metros na Alemanha em 09/11/2008 - Viva a Oktoberfest
@docorrea | November 05, 2009 08:28 PM -
Pelo que eu conheço, se tivesse que apostar em algum número, diria que a Oktoberfest 2008 vai fechar com prejuízo de 50 mil reais.
@Ronaldofalk | November 05, 2009 09:36 AM -
Balanço da Oktoberfest 2008 sai durante a tarde. Tendência é de que o evento feche com prejuízo.
@radiogazeta | November 05, 2009 09:10 AM -
Ballast Pt taplist SDBG Fest: Fri:Hout Gueuze,Barmy Sat:2008 Victory,Oktoberfest All:Sour Wench,Sculpin IPA,Big Eye,Yellowtail
@sdbeerweek | November 04, 2009 04:58 PM
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View All Oktoberfest 2008 Questions (452) | 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 moreIn the 2008 Oscars what was the order of award distribution? (1 Answer)Mahalo had great Oscar Live Coverage! 8:41 PM: Best Costume Design: Alexandra Byrne for Elizabeth 8:52 PM: Best Animated Feature: Brad Bird for Ratatouille 8:56 PM: Best Makeup: Didier Lavergne, ... read more
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