Windhoek Oktoberfest celebrates traditional Germany
The Windhoek Oktoberfest taking place between Friday, 20 October to Sunday, 22 October 2017 combines Namibian Beer, German food, game and activities and entertainment at the Hillcrest Quarry in Durbanville, Cape Town.
Brought to you by Namibian Breweries in association with Events and More, the Windhoek Oktoberfest is modelled on the original Oktoberfest, celebrated annually in Munich, Germany.
The first Oktoberfest was held in the year 1810 in honour of the Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig’s marriage to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Over the centuries it has grown to be one of the most important traditional festivities in the Bavarian culture.
Tables for the opening night on Friday, 20 October 2017, will be sold per table of eight and is ideal for team building, a special client event or just getting a group of good friends and family together for a fun filled experience. Saturday, 21 October and Sunday, 22 October 2017 will be family days with extra activities available for the kids.
Fest Beer:
The keg opening will take place on Friday night, with the exclamation O`zapft is! (It`s tapped!). The first beer will be handed to the mayor or representative of the city, who will then declare the Windhoek Oktoberfest in Cape Town officially open. A special Festbier will be made available which is brewed especially for the Oktoberfest by braumeister, Christian Müller – this authentic German beer is brewed according to the Reinheitsgebot, the 1516 Bavarian Purity Law.
The Kirchdorfer band:
The Kirchdorfer has been the official band in the Hacker-Festzelt at the Octoberfest in Munich since 1994 and will performing at the festival.
Schuhplattler dancers:
Schuhplattler is a traditional style of folk dance. In this dance, the performers stomp, clap and strike the soles of their shoes (Schuhe), thighs and knees with their hands held flat (platt).
Traditional Food:
It’s hard to compete with hearty melt-in-your-mouth German dishes which complement your beer perfectly. Hartlief, well known for its comprehensive variety of high quality meats will be serving up traditional specialities bringing the taste of the Munich Festival right to your door-step. Look forward to traditional Eisbein, Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut und Senf and roast chicken to mention a few.
Activities:
Saturday and Sunday will also include performances by The Kirchdorfer band and Schuplatter Dancers, as well as performances by another two traditional bands that will be playing contemporary German tunes.
Typical to a traditional fair, there will also be lots of games including Stamm-sägen (Log-Sawing), Bierstemmen (Beer-Lifting), Hau den Lukas (High Striker), Nageln, Beer Pong and Catty shooting.
Tickets:
Book tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Computicket. If you book through Computicket you will automatically stand a chance to win an all- expenses paid trip to the Windhoek Oktoberfest 2018 in Windhoek. The prize includes flights, accommodation and entrance to the Oktoberfest.
The opening night on Friday, 20 October 2017 is for over 18’s. Bookings are for groups of eight people per table only. There are two different packages on offer:
The Platinum package R2,800 for eight people includes a 1LT branded beer mug per person, a snack platter comprising of traditional meats, cheeses and breads on the tables and access to a waitron.
The Gold package R2,000 for eight people includes a 1LT branded beer mug per person and access to a waitron.
Saturday, 21 October and Sunday, 22 October 2017 are designated family days. Tickets for Saturday and Sunday are R140 online and R160 at the gate.
Kids under 12 free entry on Saturday and Sunday.
Gates open on Friday at 6pm till late, Saturday at 12pm till late, and Sunday at 12pm till 6pm.
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