1. In which German city does the world-famous Oktoberfest primarily take place?
Munich
2. What year was the first Oktoberfest celebrated?
1810
3. Which beverage is most commonly consumed at Oktoberfest?
Beer
4. What is the traditional Bavarian dress worn by women during Oktoberfest called?
Dirndl
5. What type of traditional Bavarian pants do men commonly wear to Oktoberfest?
Lederhosen
6. How long does Oktoberfest typically last?
16-18 days
7. Which German word meaning “cheers” is commonly used during Oktoberfest?
Prost
8. What is the name of the large tents where beer is served at Oktoberfest?
Beer tents (Bierzelte)
9. Who typically opens Oktoberfest by tapping the first beer barrel?
The Mayor of Munich
10. What phrase does the mayor shout when tapping the first keg to open Oktoberfest?
O’zapft is!
11. How many major beer tents are typically set up at Oktoberfest in Munich?
14 major tents
12. Which Oktoberfest tent is known for its large dancing floor and traditional Bavarian music?
Hofbräu-Festzelt
13. Approximately how many people attend Oktoberfest each year?
Around 6 million
14. What is the name of the traditional German sausage often enjoyed at Oktoberfest?
Bratwurst
15. Which Oktoberfest food is a large, salted bread that pairs well with beer?
Pretzel (Brezn)
16. What style of beer is traditionally served at Oktoberfest?
Märzen
17. When does Oktoberfest traditionally start each year?
Late September
18. What is the name of the official Oktoberfest grounds in Munich?
Theresienwiese
19. How much beer is served in each traditional Oktoberfest mug?
1 liter (Maß)
20. Which Bavarian king is associated with the start of the first Oktoberfest in 1810?
King Ludwig I
21. What event was Oktoberfest originally held to celebrate?
The marriage of King Ludwig I and Princess Therese
22. Which type of music is commonly heard at Oktoberfest?
Traditional Bavarian folk music
23. How many breweries are allowed to serve beer at Oktoberfest in Munich?
6 major breweries
24. Which Oktoberfest tent is known for its roasted chicken?
Hendl tents
25. What color is traditionally associated with Bavarian decorations at Oktoberfest?
Blue and white
26. Which Munich brewery is the oldest and supplies beer to Oktoberfest?
Augustiner Brewery
27. What traditional German dish made with red cabbage is often enjoyed at Oktoberfest?
Rotkohl
28. What is the German word for the carnival rides often seen at Oktoberfest?
Fahrgeschäfte