Tens of thousands of revelers marked the opening day of the 189th Oktoberfest. The celebration began Saturday and runs through Oct. 6 in 18 large tents covering the fairground.

It runs through Oct. 6 in 18 large tents on the Theresienwiese fairground. About 6 million visitors are expected over the 16 days.

Paulaner brewmaster Christian Dahncke taps the first beer barrel Saturday, the opening day of the 189th 'Oktoberfest' beer ...

Oktoberfest has opened in Munich after the ceremonial beer keg-tapping. Mayor Dieter Reiter officially started the 189th ...

MUNICH (AP) — Oktoberfest has opened in Munich after the ceremonial beer keg-tapping. Mayor Dieter Reiter officially started ...

A waitress prepares beer mugs in the Augustiner marquee for the start of the 189th 'Oktoberfest' beer festival in Munich, ...

Wiesn beer from Augustiner Bräu is also served ... In addition to classics such as the organic ox shred bun and the Munich ...

The world’s biggest beer festival, Oktoberfest in Munich, dates back to 1810. Originally celebrated to mark the marriage of ...

With countless liters of beer flowing and thousands of meals served, Oktoberfest is a logistical marvel that showcases how ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Metro Creative Connection Oktoberfest is a German celebration that begins in late ...

More than just a beer festival, Oktoberfest celebrates Bavarian culture with its rich history, traditions, and festive ...

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