Officially inaugurated in 1969, the Kitchener - Waterloo Oktoberfest was a much smaller event than the one we see today. Kick started with a starting budget of only $200, no one could guess that the that tiny investment would result in the huge event we see today. Recently celebrating its 40th anniversary, the world's largest Bavarian Festival outside Germany is a delight to the senses. Every year, the Oktoberfest raises over 1 million dollar through the festival and not-for-profit organizations that is a great economic boost to the area.
Every year from October 9 - 17 local and international celebrities kick off the event with music and dance. Canadian music legends Tom Cochrane and Red Rider joining Burton Cummings & Band inaugurated this year's events.
Their are so many things happening at Kitchener's Oktoberfest including Live entertainment, treasure hunts, Miss Oktoberfest Gala Ball and Oktoberfest Idol just to name a few. And yes, let's not forget the tapping of the first keg of beer, there's plenty for everyone.
Oktoberfest is just one of many reasons to visit Kitchener and a great way to get acquainted with the community. While visiting Kitchener, why not visit the sister cities of Waterloo and Cambridge too.
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