The most important word at the Oktoberfest that you must be able to pronounce in Bavarian is, of course, the “Maß”. The a is pronounced short and the ß like a double S, i.e. “MaSS”.

However, there is no dress code at the Oktoberfest, so any outfit is allowed for partying. Women can use bows on their dirndls (traditional Bavarian dresses) to indicate their relationship status.

Today, Bavaria is the largest state in Germany, and Munich is home to the world's premiere Oktoberfest gathering. If you ...

The Golden Gate Bavarian Club performs a dance at a previous year’s Redwood City Oktoberfest. Courtesy Redwood City Events from HopeInsite. It’s time to iron your lederhosen, build up your ...

Oktoberfest has long been a celebration of beer, food, and all things Bavarian. With over 35 varieties of beer available throughout the festival, you won't want to miss them. Beers can be ...