Hilton Colombo’s Oktoberfest kicks off

Probably the only authentic Oktoberfest that has been happening for 24 consecutive years in Sri Lanka is the Hilton Colombo’s Oktoberfest. Guests travel from all around the world to experience the festivities during this time. Authentic German food, lots of brew, Bavarian music, German entertainment and a festive ambiance is what you will get at Hilton Colombo’s original and authentic German food festival; the Oktoberfest. The event kicked off on Thursday, 27 October, and will continue until 5 November at the hotel’s Sports Centre Arena. Oktoberfest is being held in a giant marquee that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests, while enjoying some of the finest Oktoberfest food such as traditional German sausages, smoked cold bratwurst sausages, traditional German white sausages, braised beef with red wine and vinegar, pork knuckles, sauerkraut, giant pretzels and a feast of other Bavarian dishes. Guests could also enjoy dancing on the tables, participate in various competitions and win raffle draws daily.

 It’s time to adorn the Leiderhosen and give a hearty ‘Prost’ with your friends whilst the nine-member Bavarian band plays ‘Oom-Pah’ music. The band has been flown in from Germany especially for the occasion along with three German serving girls. Oktoberfest is being held from Sunday to Thursday (7 p.m. to midnight) and Friday to Saturday (7 p.m. to 1 a.m.).

Pix by Daminda 

Harsha Perera

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