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What is Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is a traditional celebration of German beer that originated in Munich in 1810 (to commemorate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig) In Germany it takes place over a sixteen-day period, and includes the world’s largest fair.  It’s considered an important part of German culture, with an estimated six million people in attendance each year.  Annually Frankenmuth celebrates the festival the third full weekend of September.  In fact Frankenmuth’s celebration is the only Oktoberfest outside of Germany that’s officially sanctioned by the city of Munich.  The Frankenmuth Oktoberfest will be celebrating 21 years in 2010.

When is the Oktoberfest 
The Frankenmuth Oktoberfest is September 16-19, 2010

Oktoberfest Location 
Oktoberfest is located at 
Heritage Park  
601 Weiss street
Frankenmuth, Mi 48734

Parking at the Oktoberfest
Parking is free at the Oktoberfest.  Parking is located right on the festivals grounds, as you arrive at Heritage Park.

Dancing at the Oktoberfest 
Dancing at the Frankenmuth Oktoberfest is on a 68’ X 52’ wooden dance floor. 

Oktoberfest Future Dates
September 15-18, 2011 September 20-23, 2012 

Traditional Foods at the Oktoberfest
A large selection of ethnic food and beverage specialties are available throughout the Festgrounds along with American items.  

Oktoberfest Prices, Tickets, Bus Groups
Admission to the Oktoberfest is 8.00 per adult.  12 and under are free. 
Sunday all day is Free. 
Purchase Tickets 
We recommend that you order tickets online ahead of time.  You may purchase tickets at the front gate the day of the event. 
Bus Groups
Bus groups must fill out your group package online, fax back or mail in. Tickets can only be purchased ahead of time for groups larger than 20.  Discounts only apply to groups 20 or more.