My first Oktoberfest

~ Ali Grimshaw
Bavarian Band
Lowenbrau Tent – 10,000 (jolly people) capacity with the band on a stage in the center.

The Oktoberfest grounds are huge with 10 big tents and many smaller ones. It has a family carnival atmosphere with rides, games and food booths. Almost everyone is dressed up.

A happy man in leiderhosen.
New friends from the Munich Lindy Exchange. We danced with people from Germany and other countries.
One of the many tents.
Some groups were dressed alike for their region. This is a lady’s hat from the back.
Post festival photo before we crashed for a nap. Our host, Adi, has taken such good care of us.

My favorite part of all was singing songs together in the tent. Standing on a bench and belting out, Take me home country roads, with hundreds of smiling folks. What joy.

Thanks for traveling with us.

Love to all,

Ali

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I am a lover of questions, a hope rebel and a safe place to land. I contribute to the world as an educator, life coach, facilitator and poet. I am lit up by helping others find their authentic voice. I lead writing circles online that provide clarity and community for women around the world. All photographs and words are mine unless otherwise credited. © Ali Grimshaw

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