Torquay gets ready for Oktoberfest celebrations
The popular German beer festival will take place at Arena Torquay on Saturday, October 24, with doors opening at 3pm for an afternoon of festivities before the live music after-party commences at 7pm.
Oktoberfest will return to Torquay next weekend (October 24), bringing a taste of Bavarian culture to the bay.
The popular German beer festival will take place on Saturday, October 24, at Arena Torquay.
Doors open at 3pm for an afternoon of festivities before the live music after-party commences at 7pm.
Organisers are promising a lively celebration filled with singing, dancing and live entertainments.
Guests can enjoy steins of traditional beer and authentic German cuisine, including Bratwurst sausages throughout the day.
As the evening gets underway, Double A & The Bay will take to the stage at 7pm, followed by The Red Cups at 9pm for the celebrations to continue into the night.
Tickets are still available and can be purchased through the Arena Torquay website.
The event is strictly for over-18s.
Originating in Munich, Germany, Oktoberfest is the world’s largest folk festival, celebrating Bavarian culture through traditional food, beer and music.
The first Oktoberfest was held on October 12, 1810, to celebrate the wedding of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony- Hildburghausen, with the public invited to join the celebrations.
The event went on to become an annual tradition, with Oktoberfest celebrations now taking place around the world.
Those looking to join the festivities in Torquay can don their best Bavarian outfits and get ready to raise a stein or two.