According to Britannica.com, Oktoberfest is an annual festival in Munich, Germany held over a two-week period. 

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The festival originated on October 12, 1810, in celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria.  

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By the late 20th century Oktoberfest had grown and what started out as small booths, had grown into large beer halls with balconies and bandstands. 

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Total beer consumption during Oktoberfest is about 2 million gallons. 

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If you don’t have a passport, fear not. You don’t need to travel to Germany for Oktoberfest. In fact, you don’t even need to leave Iron County. 

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Iron Springs Adventure Resort is holding its own Oktoberfest on October 6th.  

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Oktoberfest lasts from 4 pm to 8 pm Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm. The weekend will include music, entertainment, a beer garden, food, kids’ activities, and much more. 

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You can find out more and purchase passes at the link here. 

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