Octoberfest

English

Alternative forms

• Oktoberfest

Etymology

From October +‎ -fest, after German Oktoberfest.

Proper noun

Octoberfest (plural Octoberfests)

1. The Bavarian holiday (Oktoberfest or Wiesn), or any such holiday, celebrated in late September to early October, typically featuring German music, cuisine, and beer-drinking as prominent activities.
   • 2008, Ronald B. Schram, Caroline and Papa: Growing Up and Growing Older:

     Even though it is not yet October, the Hingham Lutheran Church held its annual Octoberfest today, complete with a full spread of German food and beer and an authentic Umpah band ("King Ludwig's German Band").