Colombo Oktoberfest is back again this year, bigger and better than ever, with five full days of fun and celebration at a new venue, the Havelock Sports Club Grounds. The fun begins on October 9 and will continue till October 13, offering an excellent blend of music, food and beverages for fun-loving people. The delicious [...]

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Colombo Oktoberfest is back again this year, bigger and better than ever, with five full days of fun and celebration at a new venue, the Havelock Sports Club Grounds. The fun begins on October 9 and will continue till October 13, offering an excellent blend of music, food and beverages for fun-loving people.

The delicious food available at the festival will include must-have Oktoberfest specialties and authentic German cuisine prepared exclusively by German Chef Andreas Pflugmacher of the Mount Lavinia Hotel, who has been flown in for the occasion. “People who come to Colombo Oktoberfest at the Havelock Sports Club Grounds will be able to experience a traditional German feast and Chef Andreas will definitely provide the best fare possible,” said General Manager of Mount Lavinia Hotel Basheer Cassim,. 

Bavarian hostesses and a traditional Bavarian ‘Oompah’ band called The October Stad`l Hubers will be flown in by SriLankan Airlines to share the true spirit of Oktoberfest. The Bavarian hostesses dressed in traditional Oktoberfest costumes will join the festivities and hand out drinks to the crowds. The October Stad`l Hubers will provide live music, an essential item at any Oktoberfest. Popular local band Glory will also perform, bringing more variety to the mix of musical styles.

This five day celebration will include traditional Oktoberfest games such as barrel rolling, hammer strength testing, pretzel tossing and more. There will be firework displays and carnival rides to add to the excitement. For motor enthusiasts, Mercedes-Benz will display several cars including the A-Class from their latest collection.

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