Oktoberfest!

For me, Oktoberfest is like my birthday and christmas put together. I absolutly love Oktoberfest, it's my favorite time of year. Many people, however, believe that Oktoberfest is just a beer fest, which is not the case at all. Oktoberfest started back in 1810 in Munich, Germany with a marriage. Oktoberfest U.S.A, which is what it is called here in La Crosse, is extremely popular. The Grand Maple Leaf parade is the fifth largest parade in the United States, and La Crosse is in the top ten areas in the world to visit for Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest in La Crosse has so many other things built into it besides just beer. Yes, a lot of people do drink during Oktoberfest, but that's not what it is all about. Oktoberfest in La Crosse was already in progress last year, but offically started weeks and weeks ago. The first member of the royal family, Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest was chosen on September 11th. The royal family is made up of the Festmaster and his frau, Miss La Crosse/Oktoberfest, Mrs. Oktoberfest and her husband, the torch light and maple leaf parade marshalls and their wives, and the Grendier Generals. Besides just three parades every year for Oktoberfest, the Opening day/Taping of the Golden Key parade, Grand Maple Leaf Parade, and Torchlight parade, we have many more activities. Hertiage Night is popular, as is the fest grounds. Oktoberfest is a great time of year for everybody to bring their cheer! :)