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As a country that loves fun and festivities it is no wonder that Australia has the best Oktoberfest celebrations outside of Germany. With a number of events featuring great beer, delicious German food and vibrant music around the country, Australia's Oktoberfest festivities are a dazzling tribute to this great Bavarian tradition.
Apart from indulging in the gourmet food and German beers, singing and dancing with yodellers and cow-bell ringers, revellers immerse themselves further in the German spirit by dressing in
traditional German costumes. Get right into it by transforming yourself into an
Sexy Oktoberfest Beer Wench, a
Sweet Bavarian Bar Maid or a smart German lad in a strapping Lederhosen from Blossom. If you want to take it a step further, we even have a Lukinbetta Beer Bottle costume or the option to turn into a Beer Keg for the day!
For an authentic and spectacular Oktoberfest experience, the following are some of your best options:
Brisbane Showgrounds: Pork Knuckles & Bavarian Bands
With everything from dancers and accordion players, classic food such as pork knuckles and freshly-baked pretzels, to a Bavarian Band to play all the festival favourites, Brisbane's Oktoberfest is one of the top ten Oktoberfest celebrations in the world. Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds, the festival kicks off in true Munich style with the Lord Mayor of the city ceremoniously tapping the first keg at the traditional `Anzapfen' opening ceremony. With cuddly farm animals to be petted, singing, clapping and dancing to yodellers, Punch and Judy style puppet shows and more, Oktoberfest in Brisbane promises a fun German experience for the whole family.
Melbourne Birrarung Marr Park: German Food Stalls & 6 German Beer Bars
Expect a treat for your tastebuds at Melbourne's massive Oktoberfest which takes place in a vast outdoor beer hall that hosts six distinctive yet diversely stocked bars. Authentic German food stalls, roving performers, on-stage competitions and a variety of traditional entertainment, local beers, cider and other beverages make Oktoberfest in the Gardens an experience like no other!
Canberra Harmonie German Club: Beer Tents
If you are in the nation's capital during the Oktoberfest season, the Harmonie Club puts on a fantastic celebration featuring a huge selection of beer, German music and food. With their aim of fostering German language, culture and social life in Australia, the Harmonie Club is as authentic as you can get! The event is usually held at Canberra's Exhibition Park with a plethora of food stalls, beer tents and live entertainment and music.
Sydney's German-Austrian Club and Carrington Hotel
With its mouth-watering pork knuckles, schnitzels and bratwurst, scintillating German music and plush Lufthansa Lounge, the German-Austrian Club in Cabramatta is a great place to get into the Oktoberfest spirit.
For a more low-key yet delightfully traditional experience, visit the regal and historic Carrington Hotel just a few hours outside of Sydney. The romantic atmosphere of the Blue Mountains adds to the entire Oktoberfest experience of tantalising music, dancing, food and beer.
Perth - Elmar's in the Valley: Bratwurst, Tug-o-War & Jumping Castles
A micro glass brewery and restaurant located in the heart of Swan Valley, Henley Brook, Elmar's in the Valley is promises an intimate and authentic Oktoberfest experience in a beautiful location. With sizzling German BBQs, refreshing choice of beers, tug-o-war competitions and even a jumping castle, this WA Oktoberfest is great for the whole family!
Adelaide - The German Club: Oktoberfest Central
With its significant history of German settlement it is no surprise that Adelaide hosts some of the most vibrant Oktoberfest celebrations in Australia. The German Club is at the centre of the festivities, with costume-clad revellers enjoying slap dancing, traditional oompah music and pretzels and bratwurst sausage to complement the invigorating beers.
Darwin - SKYCITY: Crowning Mr & Mrs Oktoberfest
Home to Darwin's only five star beachfront resort, SKYCITY offers a unique Oktoberfest experience at a beachside pavilion. Featuring plenty of traditional Bavarian food such as sauerkraut, bratwurst, pretzels and strudel, a choice of beers, entertainment, including an oompah band, the crowning of Mr and Mrs Oktoberfest and much more, SKYCITY's Oktoberfest is a glamourous and exciting affair.
Hobart - Beard Competitions and Stein Races!
To drink in Tasmania's beautiful scenery along with your cold beers, head over to Hobart where you will find one of the most spectacular Oktoberfest celebrations in the country. As you sample the finest German food and enjoy traditional German music and entertainment, you'll get to participate in fun events such as Stein races, beard competitions, strong woman battles, Miss Oktoberfest and even cow milking.
All these events take place throughout October, transforming cities across the country with an exciting German vibe. Where ever you are in Australia, there is sure to be a fabulous Oktoberfest celebration taking place nearby.
Be sure to enhance your fun with a
German Oktoberfest Costume and get ready to party!
