The famous German beer festival is called Oktoberfest. Held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Oktoberfest is the world’s largest Volksfest (beer festival and traveling funfair). The festival typically lasts 16 to 18 days, starting in late September and ending in the first weekend of October. Millions of visitors from around the globe attend to enjoy a wide variety of traditional German beers, food, and cultural festivities. Oktoberfest originated in 1810 as a royal wedding celebration and has since evolved into a major cultural event, showcasing Bavarian traditions and fostering social interactions.