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The Oktoberfest has been celebrated since 1810, making it over 200 years old. It originally began as a wedding celebration for the Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen.

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Is going to Oktoberfest a sin?

No.


Why has Oktoberfest been cancelled?

Oktoberfest has been cancelled 24 times due to the two world wars, the franco-prussain war, and a cholera epidemic in Munich.


How many times has Oktoberfest been cancelled?

24 times


What is an Oktoberfest horn?

An Oktoberfest horn is a tuba.


When did Oktoberfest happen?

Oktoberfest is a 16- to 18-day festival held annually in Munich, Germany, typically starting in late September and ending in the first week of October.


How do you say happy oktoberfest in German?

If the person is a friend you say: " Wir hoffen dich auf unserem Oktoberfest zu sehen". In a formal context: "Wir hoffen Sie auf unserem Oktoberfest zu sehen". Plural version informal: "Wir hoffen euch auf unserem Oktoberfest zu sehen". Plural formal version: "Wir hoffen Sie auf unserem Oktoberfest zu sehen".


When was How Long Has This Been Going On created?

How Long Has This Been Going On was created in 1996-01.


When does this years Oktoberfest begin?

Oktoberfest is as always in October! Prosit!


What is a famous German holiday?

Oktoberfest!


Where does the largest Oktoberfest take place?

The largest Oktoberfest takes place in Munich. Oktoberfest is not celebrated outside of the region of Bavaria.


Why is oktoberfest celebrated?

The original Oktoberfest occurred in Munich, on October 18, 1810: For the commemoration of their marriage, Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen organized a great horse race to celebrate. Now, Oktoberfest has grown into a week-long fair held the world over.


Are there other smaller German cities that have an Oktoberfest?

Many German cities have an Oktoberfest. Mainly in the south. None last as long as the big one in Munich. Not many would dare to be as expensive either!