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The original Oktoberfest was held in Munich on October 17, 1810, to honor the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig (who would become KingLudwig I) and Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen (after whom the Theresienwiese festival grounds, where Oktoberfest is held, is named.)

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What city in Germany holds oktoberfest?

Germany has the really famous Oktoberfest. There are many local events called Oktoberfest in the United States, and probably in other countries as well.


What German city and capital of Bavaria was the home of the original Oktoberfest?

Munich (München)


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.


Which German city is known for its Oktoberfest?

MUNICH Oktoberfest can last either 17 or 18 days, depending on the calendar that year.


What is an Oktoberfest horn?

An Oktoberfest horn is a tuba.


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".


What is a famous German holiday?

Oktoberfest!


When does this years Oktoberfest begin?

Oktoberfest is as always in October! Prosit!


Where does the largest Oktoberfest take place?

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


What does oktoberfest celebrate?

Oktoberfest commemorates the marriage of the first king to a princess.


What does Wir hatten viel Spaß auf dem Oktoberfest mean?

Wir hatten viel Spaß auf dem Oktoberfest = We had great fun at the Oktoberfest.


What are people in Oktoberfest called?

There is no name for attendants of Oktoberfest. You might call them Volk or Teilnehmer.