October is not all about ghosts and ghouls, also the month of the German festival Oktoberfest. Brits being Brits have embraced Oktoberfest with various festival weekends and themed nights. So grab your Lederhosen and party!

This is an annual festival in Munich, Germany, held over a two-week period and ending on the first Sunday in October. The festival originated on October 12, 1810, in celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who later became King Louis I, to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. This then became an annual event and soon grow to what we see today. There are events all over the world with beer drinking being the main part of the festivities.

Oktoberfest Costume Ideas

The traditional dress for the Bavarian is a Lederhosen for the men, and a Dirndl dress for the ladies. Here at Hollywood Fancy Dress we have a wide range to choose from.

Bring a bit of fun to the festivities with these great comical costumes.

Oktoberfest Costume Essentials

Not forgetting the accessories, from hats to fun inflatables. What will you choose to make your outfit stand out from the rest?

With festivals happening all over the country, local to us is Oktoberfest Poole on the weekend of 29th-30th of September in Poole Park, followed by Bournevaria on 20th-21st October at the BIC, and Southampton on 27th-28th October at Guildhall Square. All three stores are stocked up and ready for all you Bavarian wannabes.