It is getting time to celebrate with an Oktoberfest party. But, a fun party requires festive decorations. The problem is that Oktoberfest starts in September, and since Halloween has a more general participation the decoration space in many stores is filled with Halloween items. I saw many Halloween items on display in a major store, but no hint of Oktoberfest.
While Oktoberfest had its origin in Bavaria, there is no need for only people of German or Austrian descent to participate. Having fun is universal, so we should use this as an excuse for a party. I am not suggesting a multi-day celebration as one would find in Bavaria, but a fun get together.
In my case I can trace my ancestors, at least some of them, back to Bavaria. So, I am particularly interested in Oktoberfest. But, while attending a large celebration last year, I noticed no one cared if a participant was of German or Austrian heritage. All were welcome.
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At the one in New Orleans that I have attended twice they alternate German and Bavarian flags. I am less interested in the decor than the food.
As for the couple who started this, Ludwig eventually became Ludwig I when we became king.
I may have seen the blue-and-white diamond pattern. I didn't know what the flag of Bavaria looked like. We'll have Oktoberfest in Brasov this year, and looking now at images online, I see they, too, have personalized their beer mugs with the Bavarian flag. This year it runs from Sept. 6 to Sept. 16. I wasn't aware that Oktoberfests actually start in September! Also didn't know how they started as a celebration. Thanks for this. Pinning it to several of my Pinterest boards.