Over a Century Old Tradition…Oktoberfest
Whether you are in France, Canada, the USA, Australia or Germany, there is always a festival to attend celebrating the long running tradition, Oktoberfest. We are all familiar with the name, but not many know how it first came to existence.
This 2 weeklong festival began in 1810. On October 12, to celebrate the royal wedding of Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese, the citizens of Munich, Germany were invited to attend the festivities in front of the city gates, which ended with a horse race. The decision to repeat the horse races in subsequent years gave rise to the tradition of Oktoberfest. Throughout the decades amusements have been added to the festivals attractions including beer tents, which is now the dominant feature of Oktoberfest.
Festivals are held around the world, usually starting the third weekend of September and ending the first weekend of October. Munich still holds the most well-known and largest Oktoberfest fair with over 5 million attendees a year. With over 14 beer tents to choose from you won’t go thirsty at this event. Oktoberfest in Munich is a one of a kind celebration!