Oktoberfest

Annual festival held in Munich, Germany.

Munich Oktoberfest Wiesn

Oktoberfest is an annual festival held in Munich, Germany, celebrating Bavarian culture with traditional music, food, and beer. It originated in 1810 as a wedding celebration for Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen.

Etymology

Oktoberfest originated in 1810 to celebrate the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese.

Explain Like I’m 5

Oktoberfest is a big, fun party in Munich, Germany, where people dress up in traditional clothes, drink beer from special mugs, and enjoy lots of food and music.

Fun Facts

Oktoberfest was originally a celebration of the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese in 1810
The festival was cancelled during World War I, World War II and the COVID-19 pandemic
Over six million people attend Oktoberfest each year

FAQ

What is Oktoberfest? It's a traditional Bavarian festival held in Munich, Germany
When does it happen? It typically starts in mid-September and runs for 16 days
What is served at Oktoberfest? Beer, pretzels, sausages, and other traditional Bavarian foods are common

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

festival beer festival

Meronyms — Parts or Components

beer tents food stalls carnival rides

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Bavarian culture Munich

Indexes

cultural event historical culture

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