Oktoberfest facts
What do locals call Oktoberfest?
“Wiesn”
When did Oktoberfest start this year?
September 17th
What is the traditional Oktoberfest costume called?
Lederhosen
How much does a beer stein cost?
€11
True/False - you can’t start drinking until the Mayor opens the first Keg?
True! The festival does not officallly begin until the mayor says “O’ zapft is”
What is the city where Oktoberfest originated?
Munich
Only beer from which city is sold at Oktoberfest?
Munich! This is to stick to Bavarian culture
True/False - beer is the only beverage available at Oktoberfest?
False! They also have wine, cider and non-alcoholic beverages.
How many people does Oktoberfest employ?
12,000
How many days does Oktoberfest last?
16 days
What month does Oktoberfest start?
September
What percentage of alcohol does the beer contain?
At least 6% alcohol
How many people can sit in the largest tent in Oktoberfest?
11,000 people!
What was the initial event that evolved into Oktoberfest?
When is the traditional beer, “Märzen” brewed in preparation of Oktoberfest?
March
How many beer tents are found in Oktoberfest?
There are 14 large beer hall tents!
on average, how many people attend Oktoberfest?
6 million
A royal wedding and a horse race
What is the traditional German toast heard often in Oktoberfest? (Hint: it means “to your health!”
Prost
In 2018, how many litres of beer did people drink in celebration of Oktoberfest?
7.5 million litres!