Oktoberfest is a multi-day outdoor festival that takes place in Germany. Today, this celebration has grown into a major beer festival, but this has not always been the case. Find out more about the history of Oktoberfest and how to organize this celebration yourself.
The Oktoberfest is a multi-day outdoor festival that takes place in Germany. Today, this celebration has grown into a major beer festival, but this has not always been the case. Find out more about the history of Oktoberfest and how to organize this celebration yourself.
The Oktoberfest is the largest multi-day festival in the world and lasts for a total of 16 days. It kicks off on the first Saturday after September 15 starting at noon and ends on the first Sunday in October.
The Oktoberfest (also called the Oktoberfest in Dutch) is a folk festival in Germany, celebrated in Munich. The festival began on the Theresienwiese in 1810 as a horse race to celebrate the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig and his wife, Princess Thereisa of Saxony-Hildburghausen.
The festival was organized as a horse race on the Theresienwiese in 1810The horse race and all the conviviality surrounding it were such a great success that a year later it was organized again, without a wedding. Since then, the festival has been organized every year, growing into a full-fledged folk festival.
In 1819, the festival moved from Theresienwiese to Munich. This was not just for fun, but it was a necessity. Southern Bavaria (the state Munich is in) lacked clean drinking water. To combat all kinds of diseases, people came up with the idea to drink beer in its place for this. So at Oktoberfest they drink to health. During the 19th century, the water purification process was improved, but this did not mean the end of the tradition. Oktoberfest has also built up a certain theme over the years. This is what brightens up the festivities.
To celebrate Oktoberfest you no longer have to go to Germany. In many places in the Netherlands, mainly close to the German border, the streets are decorated to celebrate the tradition domestically. But Oktoberfest is also celebrated big in the Achterhoek region and in Rotterdam.
Perhaps by place or region the dates of the Dutch Oktoberfest can vary. Beer festivals are held between the end of August and the end of October, so the real Oktoberfest fans even visit multiple festivals.
Would you like to attend one of the Oktoberfestszig in the Netherlands? Then visit the municipal website for tickets and additional information.
Would you like to celebrate Oktoberfest with your friends on your own property or party location? We have listed some tips for you to make it an unforgettable party.
The decoration and decorations really bring out the atmosphere of a theme party. To recreate this beer festival at home, having Oktoberfest decorations is key. You can go as grand as you want, but if you don't want to lose sight of the cost, it is wise to rent rather than buy decorations. Keep in mind the important colors: blue and white. Hang blue and white flags and arrange checkered tablecloths in these colors. Wood is also characteristic of this beer festival.
The Oktoberfest is only complete when the guests are presentzig in traditional attire. Therefore, state on the invitation that people should arrive in Oktoberfest attire . Are there shy or modest party guests? Then give them a helping hand by laying out some aprons and plaid cloths so that everyone has the opportunity to celebrate in theme this party.
Make the party complete with Oktoberfest accessories and party props. Think beer goggles, necklaces, wave signs and photo props to make it an unforgettable party. Create a photo nook where all these items can lie, so your guests can have cozy photo opportunities.
