Oktoberfest, Germany – 2025

Oktoberfest originated in 1810, celebrating the royal wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig (later King Ludwig I) and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. What began as a horse race grew into the world’s largest beer and folk festival, now held annually. Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest (beer festival and travelling funfair), attracting over 6 million people annually. Held in Munich since 1810, it celebrates Bavarian culture with:

• 🍺 Traditional German beer (served in 1-liter Maßkrüge)
• 🍖 Local food (pretzels, sausages, roast chicken)
• 🎡 Carnival rides & games
• 💃 Lederhosen & Dirndl fashion
• 🎶 Live brass bands & traditional music

✅ Tips for Visitors

• Arrive early to get seats in beer tents
• Book accommodation well in advance
• Don’t forget cash – many vendors don’t accept cards
• Respect dress codes if entering traditional tents