Anheuser-Busch is bringing an authentic German Oktoberfest to the scenic Fort Collins Brewery on Sept. 12 and 13. The weekend-long event, full of traditional Oktoberfest festivities, will celebrate great beer, food and entertainment in a festive setting.
In true Oktoberfest tradition, the brewery will host a wedding ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 12 to kick off the celebratory weekend. The tradition of celebrating a wedding at Oktoberfest dates back to the early 1800s when Crown Prince Ludwig, the future King of Bavaria, invited the entire population of Munich to honor his recent marriage to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen.
At the conclusion of the wedding, a brewmaster and local dignitary will tap the first keg. Once the keg is tapped, guests 21 and over will have the opportunity to participate in a ceremonial toast.
Throughout the weekend, visitors are invited to enjoy a variety of German-style beers, such as Spaten, Franziskaner and other seasonal favorites, paired with traditional German fare such as bratwursts, Bavarian pretzels and gingerbread cookies. Visitors can participate in traditional German games and enjoy live German music and entertainment.
Where:
Anheuser-Busch Fort Collins Brewery & Biergarten 2351 Busch Drive Fort Collins, Colo. 80524
When:
SATURDAY, SEPT. 12, 2015 1 - 10 p.m. & SUNDAY, SEPT. 13, 2015 Noon - 5 p.m.
How: Tickets to Oktoberfest cost $30 and include a commemorative Oktoberfest stein, one food item and two beers. Guests 20 years old and younger can enjoy the event for free. Additional food and drinks will be available for purchase.
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For more information and to purchase tickets, visit
ABOktoberfest.com.
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