Important Dates
Background/Origin
Food
100

When did Oktoberfest start?

1810

100

How did it originate?

A wedding 

100

Name 3 foods they eat at Oktoberfest

Schnitzel, Pretzels, Doner kebab

200

What year was Munich/Germany founded?

1158

200

How long did the first Oktoberfest celebration last? 

The first celebration lasted about 5 days.

200

What is the type of sausage/meat they eat at Oktoberfest?

Bratwurst

300

Why is Oktoberfest always in September?

good weather

300

Why was the Oktoberfest celebrated?

It was held to celebrate the wedding of the Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria and Princess Theresa of Saxony.

300

What are some german sweets?

Apple Streudel, Black forest cake, German chocolate cake, 

400

How many years has Oktoberfest been celebrated started from 1810?

More than 200 years ago.

400

What was the original activity at the first Oktoberfest?

The main event was a horse race celebrating the wedding.

400

What is the name of the special donut that is named after the city "Berlin"?

Berliner