People participate in a traditional costume at the 188th 'Oktoberfest' beer festival in Munich, Germany. On the second day, the riflemen's parade takes place at the Oktoberfest.

In fact, at Oktoberfest 2019, beer consumption reached an epic 7.3 million litres! This year's two-week long party began on 17 September and runs until 3 October.

Last Updated on July 7, 2025 by Kimberly Stroh Iconic beer halls, pretzels bigger than your head, and plenty of music – there ...

People take part in a parade during the official opening of the Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, Sept. 21, 2024. The 189th Oktoberfest, one of the largest folk festivals in Germany, opened on ...

Oktoberfest, Germany's most famous (and booziest) folk festival is back, following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Every year the event attracts millions of visitors from across the globe, ...