Traditions & Celebration
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Oktoberfest Trivia Quiz
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Oktoberfest 2026 start?
Oktoberfest 2026 begins on Saturday, September 19, 2026 and runs through Sunday, October 4, 2026 on the Theresienwiese grounds in Munich, Germany.
Why is Oktoberfest celebrated mostly in September?
Although originally starting in mid-October 1810, festival organizers moved the opening date forward into September to enjoy warmer autumn weather and longer daylight hours in Munich.
What traditional Bavarian attire is worn during Oktoberfest?
Men wear leather breeches called Lederhosen with alpine hats, while women wear traditional Bavarian dresses known as Dirndls.
What is the traditional ceremony to officially open Oktoberfest?
The Mayor of Munich taps the first keg of beer in the Schottenhamel tent at noon on opening day, shouting 'O'zapft is!' ('It is tapped!').