Oktoberfest why does it start in september

The festivities began on October 12, and ended on October 17 with a horse race. In the following years, the celebrations were repeated and, later, the festival was prolonged and moved to September. By moving the festivities up, it allowed for better weather conditions. Because the September nights were warmer, the visitors were able to enjoy the gardens outside the tents and the stroll over "die Wiesen" or the fields much longer without feeling chilly. Historically, the last Oktoberfest weekend was in October and this tradition continues into present times.

Another misnomer can be found in the brews at the various festivals. Beaver Creek hosted Oktoberfest over the weekend, featuring bratwurst-eating and stein-hoisting competitions, live music from multiple bands and the opportunity to see who can pull off lederhosen the best. Next up, Vail Oktoberfest returns Sept. This article was updated by Vail Daily staff to include local event information. Why Oktoberfest is celebrated in September, and what to drink for the occasion Oktoberfest ends rather than starts in October Entertainment Entertainment.

Similar to how Fat Tuesday is actually the end of the carnival season in New Orleans, Oktoberfest ends rather than starts in October. Carousels and other carnival trappings appeared, and beer booths transformed into large beer halls complete with interior balconies and bandstands. Eventually, it became tradition for the mayor of Munich to tap the first keg to open the festival, and events started earlier and earlier in the fall so people could take advantage of the longer daylight in the evenings and warmer weather.

The official celebration in Munich went from Sept. Another misnomer can be found in the brews at the various festivals.

It features bratwurst-eating and stein-hoisting competitions, live music from multiple bands and the opportunity to see who can pull off lederhosen the best. It will be a ticketed affair at the Riverwalk Center with music from The Polkanauts and runs tandem to the second annual Oktober-Feast. Visit BeaverCreek.