Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is a 16-day festival held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, from late September to the first weekend in October. It is one of the most famous events in the world and is the largest beer festival, with six million people attending every year.

However, due to the ongoing pandemic, many Oktoberfest celebrations have been cancelled or postponed this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy all the fun at home! Here are some tips on how to celebrate Oktoberfest even if you can’t make it to Munich.

1. Make your own Oktoberfest decoration

Get into the spirit by decorating your home with traditional Oktoberfest colours – blue and white. You can also hang up posters or flags of the Bavarian flag.

2. Dress the part

Don’t forget to wear your dirndl or lederhosen! If you don’t have any traditional German clothing, you can still dress up in festive clothes. Wear your favourite plaid shirt or dress in all green and white to represent the Bavarian flag.

3. Cook some traditional German food

No Oktoberfest celebration is complete without some delicious German food. Some popular dishes include bratwurst, sauerkraut, pretzels, and apple strudel. Check out this link for some great Oktoberfest recipes.

4. Play some traditional German games

Games are a great way to get everyone involved in the fun. Some popular Oktoberfest games include Hammerschlagen (nail-driving game), Masskrugstemmen (stein holding contest), and Bierspiel (beer pong).

5. Listen to some traditional German music

Get into the festive mood by listening to some traditional German music. Oompah bands are a staple at Oktoberfest, so make sure to listen to some of their tunes. You can also find many Oktoberfest-themed playlists on Spotify or YouTube.

6. Have a beer tasting party

Of course, no Oktoberfest celebration is complete without beer! Have a beer tasting party with your friends and try out different types of German beers. If you want to go all out, you can even set up a Beer Hall in your backyard or garage.

7. Learn some German phrases

Learning some basic German phrases will definitely add to the fun. Some useful phrases for Oktoberfest include “Prost!” (Cheers!), “Ein Bier, bitte” (One beer, please), and “Zum Wohl!” (To your health!).

8. Send a gift to a friend

If you have a friend who loves Oktoberfest as much as you do, why not send them a little gift? You could send them a Bavarian hat or flag, some German beer, or even a homemade German dish. You can also buy them a gift box online and have it delivered to them just in time!

So there you have it

Everything you need to know about how to celebrate Oktoberfest at home. Get into the spirit by decorating your home, cooking some traditional German food, and listening to some oompah music. And of course, don’t forget to raise a glass (or two) of beer! With these tips, you’re sure to have a great time celebrating Oktoberfest at home! Just remember to drink responsibly and have fun! Prost!