But Why Does It Start In September
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Why Does Oktoberfest Start in September?
Close your eyes for a moment and picture the biggest party you've ever attended. Was it a wild trip to New Orleans during Mardi Gras or a massive Halloween frat fest? Now, imagine that party multiplied by at least a million, and you might begin to approach the grandeur of Oktoberfest?"the world's largest public festival.
Drawing around six million visitors annually and featuring countless liters of beer, Oktoberfest in Munich outshines any other celebration, except perhaps for the millennium celebrations. Unlike typical parties that last a day or two, Oktoberfest stretches over two weeks, from the last weekend of September to the first in October. People from across the globe gather to participate, and local celebrations often mimic the Bavarian tradition with people in traditional dress, clinking mugs, and singing along to polka music.
Though beer is a major attraction, Oktoberfest is about much more. It's a cultural celebration that includes music, food, and a sense of community, with roots tracing back to 1810.
A Bit of History
The inaugural Oktoberfest took place on October 12, 1810, as a grand horse race honoring the wedding of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The festival grounds, named Theresienwiese in the princess’s honor, are still fondly called "Die Wiesn" by locals. The event was such a hit that, by 1813, it became an annual celebration and soon expanded to two weeks. To take advantage of better weather, the start was eventually moved to late September, hence the early start for a festival named after October.
Despite its lively reputation, Oktoberfest has faced cancellations due to events like famine, disease, and two world wars. In 1980, a tragic bombing affected the festivities, but the festival always rebounded, now welcoming about 15% of its 6.5 million guests from overseas.
The Festivities Begin
Oktoberfest kicks off with a parade featuring 8,000 participants in traditional Bavarian attire, led by the town "kindl," a mascot representing the Munich coat of arms. After the parade, the mayor taps a ceremonial keg and declares the festival open to the crowd's delight. Visitors eagerly await this moment, having often arrived early in the morning for the evening's beer tasting?"a special, strong brew made only for the festival.
Celebrating Closer to Home
For those who can't make it to Munich, celebrating closer to home is still possible. You could try your hand at making traditional German and Bavarian dishes such as:
- Holly's German Spaetzle Dumplings
- Shrimp and Fresh Herb Spaetzle with Creamy Tomato Sauce
- Grilled Bratwurst with German Potato Salad
- German Soft Pretzels
- Sauerbraten and Dumplings
Or, get creative and make homemade sauerkraut.
If cooking isn't your forte, many towns host their own Oktoberfest gatherings. Simply attend, participate, and soak up the festive atmosphere. Whether you cook or join a local event, enjoying the lively crowd is part of Oktoberfest's charm.
Whatever you choose to do, make sure to join the festivities soon?"the clock is ticking, and there are only 11 days of Oktoberfest left!
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