The Iron Law of the Oktoberfest Tent
At beer festivals around the world, there are some odd but respected customs and rules that visitors should be aware of and follow to ensure their attendance is enjoyable and worry-free. Here are some common rules to follow in beer festival tents :
1. Shared Seats : In the beer festival tent, seats are shared. If you see a table with seats available, you can take a seat, but you should generally invite others to join your table, especially if the venue is crowded. Oktoberfest is a social event, so don't be afraid to make new friends.
2. Use a mug to drink beer : Beer at the Oktoberfest is usually served in mugs, which are large cups with a capacity of about 1 liter. If you order beer, you'll usually get this glass, rather than a shot glass. Also, in some beer festival tents, pouring beer into other containers is not allowed.
3. Don't stand on your seats : Seats at beer festivals are usually at a premium, so don't climb on tables or chairs. This is rude and may also attract the attention of venue staff.
4. Don’t bring your own food : Oktoberfests usually have many delicious food stalls, so don’t bring your own food into the tent. This is to support local food stalls and businesses.
5. Respect the music : Music and performances at the beer festival are part of the event, please respect the performers. Please do not make loud noises during music, as this is impolite.
6. Remember to pay the bill : If you order food in the beer festival tent, remember to pay the bill. Do not leave your tent without paying. Oktoberfest staff will usually keep track of your order, so don't try to evade paying.
7. Drink in moderation : Most importantly, don’t drink too much. Although Oktoberfest is all about drinking, moderation is key. Make sure you get home safely and don’t get drunk and disrupt other people’s fun.
In conclusion, Oktoberfest is a fun event, but there are also some customs and rules that need to be followed to ensure the harmony and order of the event. Follow these iron rules when you attend a beer festival, and you’ll be able to have an enjoyable and memorable experience.
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The German Oktoberfest Pageant is a traditional beer festival event usually held in different cities in Germany, the most famous of which is the Oktoberfest in Munich . This pageant is often called the "Oktoberfest Queen" or something similar, and its purpose is to select a female spokesperson for the beer festival. Here are some of the elements that a typical pageant might involve:
1. Candidate selection : Women interested in participating in a pageant can apply and usually need to meet certain eligibility criteria, such as age, place of residence, etc. The selection process may include preliminary and final rounds.
2. Performance : Candidates are usually required to perform in the finals to showcase their talents and charm. These performances can include singing, dancing, speaking, etc.
3. Beer knowledge : Since the event is held at a beer festival, candidates may need to demonstrate their knowledge of beer and beer culture. This might include tasting reviews of different types of beer or knowledge of beer history.
4. Community involvement : Candidates may be asked to participate in community events and interact with people at events to demonstrate their concern and involvement in the community.
5. Beauty : Appearance and clothing are also an important aspect in beauty pageants. Candidates usually wear specially designed outfits to the competition and are evaluated by judges in an image scoring process.
6. Public voting : Sometimes, the audience can also participate in the beauty pageant and choose the Oktoberfest Queen in their minds by voting.
Finally, the judges will select a Beer Festival Queen based on the candidates' performance in all aspects. She will represent the Beer Festival and participate in various activities to promote the charm of the Beer Festival. This event is not only an entertainment element, but also increases the popularity of the beer festival and attracts more participants and spectators.
The top five finalists for the 2023 tz-Wiesn-Madl competition have been determined! They convinced the jury in Monday's semi-final. The 20 candidates who didn't make the list immediately have one more chance - a readers' vote.
The semifinalists also had to answer questions from the jury about their profession, training, home country and their love for Oktoberfest, and in the process prove their suitability for the festival.
Voting for the top 20 ends on Wednesday, September 6th. From Friday 8 September, readers can once again take part in the top 12 vote to decide who has the best chance of becoming the tz-Wiesn-Madl 2023.
In addition, another girl from Trachten Angermaier will also make it to the final. The winner will be chosen from among the 12 finalists at the Wiesn-Madl Grand Night on September 20th. All finalists will receive valuable prizes~~
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A comprehensive guide to beer festival consumption! Check out the prices for food, drinks and entertainment here:
Drink prices:
Beer: In 2023, the price of a liter of beer ranges from 12.60 euros to 14.50 euros, which is 6.12% more expensive than the 2022 Oktoberfest; the cheapest is at the Oide Wiesn tent, at 12.60 euros , and one of the most expensive is Käfer Wiesn-Schänke, Marstall and Schützen-Festzelt, at 14.50 euros.
Non-alcoholic drinks: A liter of drinking water will cost €10.04, compared to €9.67 per liter in 2022; lemonade will cost €11.17 per liter, compared to €10.35 per liter in 2022.
Table reservation fee:
Most of the beer festival tents have tables that can be booked and it is worth booking a table if you are planning to have ten or more people together. Table reservations for this year's beer festival are still free, but there may be set menus. You can book a tent online or by phone.
Rides Prices:
Prices for rides have been announced. Prices range from 2.50 EUR to 12.50 EUR.
1. Ferris wheel 10 euros
2. Olympia Carousel 12.50 Euros
3. Alpine Rides 10 Euros
4. Ghost Train 7.50 to 9 Euros
5. Children's rides 3 to 3.50 Euros
6. Bumper cars 4 euros
7. Devil's Wheel 5 Euros
8. Sled 8 Euros
9. Free Fall Tower 9-10 Euros
Children receive reduced rates.
Tips for saving money for your family:
Bonus tip for families looking to save money: Tuesdays are Kids and Family Day at the amusement park, with discounted ticket prices.
Beginner's guide: Maß and Oktoberfest beer
Maß in German means one liter. Generally, a cup filled with 0.9 liters can be used as a glass of Maß. Please note! Beer brewed specifically for Oktoberfest is especially strong. It has an alcohol content of 5.8% to 6.4%, with original wort containing more; regular beer has an alcohol content of about 4.8%. One Maß beer has the same alcohol content as eight shots of spirits, and five Maß beers have the same alcohol content as one bottle of spirits.
Munich Oktoberfest Statistics:
1. Visitors : Approximately 6 million people visit the Oktoberfest each year; the record in 1985 was 7.1 million. In 2016, bad weather and special circumstances caused the number of people to drop to 5.6 million; the pre-epidemic Oktoberfest in 2019 had 6.3 million guests.
2. Festival venue : The Munich Oktoberfest venue covers an area of 34.5 hectares. Before the epidemic, up to 400,000 people flocked to the area when the weather was fine.
3. Economic value : In 2019, tourist revenue was nearly 1.3 billion euros. According to the conveners, in 2019, Oktoberfest visitors spent an average of 70 euros per person at the festival.
Foreign tourists spent 289 million euros on food, shopping, taxis and public transport in the city. Some 513 million euros were spent on accommodation and food.
4. Employees : Employ approximately 8,000 regular employees and 5,000 temporary employees.
5. Beer tent : Huge. The largest is the Hofbräuzelt, which has nearly 10,000 seats and includes a beer garden. All tents combined: about 120,000 positions.
6. Food and Beverage : In 2019, guests drank 7.8 million liters of beer; consumed nearly 435,000 roasted chickens, 125 cows and 30 calves; and 42.5 tons of roasted almonds.
7. Toilets : About 1,400 seats, one kilometer of standing room and 43 toilets for the disabled. It costs nothing to use it, but you can certainly tip the workers.
8. A traditional costume and rifle parade is held on the first Sunday : with up to 9,000 participants and a length of 7 kilometers, it is one of the largest parades in the world.
9. Environment : Electricity consumption is about 3 million kWh and gas consumption is about 2 million kWh. Water consumption was 105,000 cubic meters. Surplus food and bones: 580 tons. Broken glass: 80 tons.
Munich Oktoberfest Review: It Started with a Wedding
At the first Oktoberfest in Munich more than 200 years ago, there weren't even tents, just open stalls. The first Oktoberfest was a royal wedding celebration . In October 1810, Crown Prince Ludwig, later King Ludwig I, married Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen, and the whole of Munich celebrated.