All hail the Germans for beginning what has become famous worldwide: Oktoberfest. A Bavarian tradition since 1810, Oktoberfest has been copied in cities all over the world.
It began as a celebration of the marriage of Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese on October 12, 1810 (Hey! Same wedding date as Husby and me!) and has gone on to be a tradition in Germany ever since. In many areas Oktoberfest mutated into and overstated excuse to drink lots of beer. And why not?! Excuses are the foundation of every vice and if we indulge but once a year, who’s to cast aspersions?
I’m going to be participating in an Oktoberfest myself ~ Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge is having their annual Oktoberfest this coming weekend, October 21-23. The festivities will include not only beer drinking but also German music (let’s polka!), lots of food, and entertainment for the kids. On Saturday, October 22 there will be an Arts & Crafts Fair where you’ll find me and my wares, along with dozens of other artists and crafters. Can you think of a better place to start your Christmas shopping?
Come on up to Deerwood, MN this weekend and see what all the ruckus is about. Oh, and have a beer while you’re at it ~ Prince Ludwig would.
Photos compliments of TopTenz and Ruttger’s Blog
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Princess Therese, huh? Kind of like the ring of that 🙂
Gee Therese, I’ll remember to curtsey the next time I see you. I know you didn’t marry Ludwig, but I’m pretty sure you did marry a prince. I also know you both like beer. History repeats itself once again.