Raise your steins in the air as Norfolk pubs, breweries and even market stalls are hosting Oktoberfest events in 2023.
This world-famous beer festival was first held in Germany in 1810 to celebrate the future King Ludwig getting married.
A huge Oktoberfest event takes place annually in Munich, but it is also celebrated globally.
1. Oktoberfest, Norwich
Where: Yalm Food Hall, Royal Arcade, Norwich, NR2 1NQ
When: September 29-October 8
Price: No ticket required, pay for what you eat and drink
Yalm Food Hall is the perfect location for celebrating Oktoberfest and there will be a range of special beers available.
From sausages and pretzels to a hearty Bavarian breakfast, tuck into authentic food and listen to live music too.
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2. Oktoberfest - A Harvest Celebration, West Acre
Where: Duration Brewing, Abbey Farm, River Road, West Acre, PE32 1UA
When: 12noon-4pm/5pm-9pm, September 29-30
Price: £15, durationbeer.com
Expect 10 beers on tap, Bavarian street food from Fanny Adams Catering and plenty of oompah music.
The ticket price includes a keepsake tankard, giant pretzel, wristband and three drinks tokens and there are two sessions each day.
3. Oktoberfest 2023, Setchey
Where: The Warehouse Taproom, Bar and Restaurant, Garage Lane, Setchey, PE33 0BE
When: 6pm-11.30pm, September 29-30
Price: £20pp (£10pp in advance), includes food and a guaranteed seat, thewarehousetaproom.co.uk
Genuine Oktoberfest beer from Munich’s biggest breweries will be directly imported for the event - supplied by its neighbouring business Beers of Europe.
You can also expect German wines and a themed menu, with either bratwurst in a soft bun, a vegan version or slow-cooked pork shoulder braised with German beer in a pretzel bun - all served with fries.
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4. Oktoberfest at The Cap, Harleston
Where: The Cap, 23 The Thoroughfare, Harleston, IP20 9AS
When: September 29-October 1
Price: Free entry
This Ampersand Brew Co pub will be hosting a three-day event to celebrate Oktoberfest.
While more details are still to be announced, the pub has teamed up with little-known Oktoberfest brewery Flotzinger to offer authentic keg or bottled Bavarian beers and there will be a special food menu too.
5. Norwich Oktoberfest 2023, Norwich
Where: Epic Studios, Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1JD
When: October 6 and 7, 6pm-11pm
Price: Unreserved seating: £15, VIP reserved seating: £35, October 7 sold out, epic-tv.com
This huge Oktoberfest event always sells out and it will feature Bavarian beer served in steins plus bratwurst sausages, with meat or vegan options.
You will be entertained all evening by the legendary oompah act The Bavarian Strollers and the stellar party band NightTrain, with fancy dress encouraged.
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6. Oktöbyfest 2023, Norwich
Where: Norwich Market, Market Place, NR2 1ND
When: 6pm-11.30pm, October 12-14
Price: Table booking (2-6 people): £20, exclusive Casita seating area hire (12-20 people): £120
Sir Toby's Beers at stalls 182 and 183 is again hosting Oktöbyfest, with benches and tables along the Norwich Market aisles.
Expect a vast selection of German draught and bottled beer, including official festival brews from Munich, and street food.
On Wednesday, October 11, there will be a German beer-tasting event.
7. Ocean Room Presents Oktoberfest, Gorleston
Where: Ocean Room, Pier Gardens, Gorleston-on-Sea, NR31 6PP
When: October 14, 7pm-1am
Price: From £5 (plus fees), oceanroom.co.uk
Head to the Norfolk coast for a Bavarian extravaganza, with German-themed food and drinks.
Fancy dress is encouraged and you will be entertained all night, with an oompah band and DJ performing.
