In the 1960s, when the number of fast-paced rides was even more manageable, the Calypso was one of the big attractions at the Oktoberfest because of its innovative principle at the time.

The rides open at 10:00 am and close ... October 3, the Day of German Unity, always falls during the Oktoberfest period. If it falls on a Monday, the Oktoberfest is extended by one day and thus ...

A construction worker was killed during the test ride of a rollercoaster at the site Germany’s Oktoberfest ... into his death takes place. German news agency DPA cited Peter Bausch, chairperson ...

Later in this Oktoberfest guide, we’ll cover what to expect at Oktoberfest in Munich, but in short – there is way more to ...

Oktoberfest expansion This marks the second annual German celebration at the brewery ... minus the carnival games and rides. “It’s hard to mimic Munich,” Zwicker said.

Some of your options this weekend include Halfway to Oktoberfest, South Florida Watermelon Festival, Bites & Beats at Hilton West Palm Beach and more.