The 189th Oktoberfest in Munich kicked off with a vibrant celebration, drawing tens of thousands of attendees. Festivities began with the traditional opening day, where beer and joy filled the air as revelers gathered to enjoy the iconic event.

Thousands of beer enthusiasts have gathered in Munich for the opening of Oktoberfest, which kicked off with the traditional tapping of the first beer keg. Mayor Dieter Reiter marked the beginning of the 189th Oktoberfest at noon by tapping the keg, officially launching the festivities. The celebration will continue until October 6, featuring 18 large tents spread across the fairgrounds, making it the largest folk festival in the world.