What is Oktoberfest?

Oktoberfest is the world's largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair). It is held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. It is a 16- to 18-day folk festival running from mid or late September to the first Sunday in October, with more than six million people from around the world attending the event every year. During the event, large quantities of Oktoberfest Beer are consumed. Visitors also enjoy numerous attractions, such as amusement rides, sidestalls, and games. There is also a wide variety of traditional foods available.

History of Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest originated in Munich on October 12, 1810, to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. The citizens of Munich were invited to attend the festivities held on the fields in front of the city gates to celebrate the royal event. The fields have been named Theresienwiese ("Theresa's meadow") in honor of the Crown Princess ever since, and have kept the name.

Study Guide for Oktoberfest

When and where is Oktoberfest held?

Oktoberfest is held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, from mid or late September to the first Sunday in October.

What is the history of Oktoberfest?

Oktoberfest originated in Munich on October 12, 1810, to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen.

What are the main attractions at Oktoberfest?

Visitors to Oktoberfest enjoy attractions such as amusement rides, sidestalls, games, traditional foods, and of course, Oktoberfest Beer.

What is the significance of Theresienwiese in relation to Oktoberfest?

The fields where Oktoberfest is held have been named Theresienwiese ("Theresa's meadow") in honor of the Crown Princess.

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