Event Brief
Munich mayor taps first keg to start Oktoberfest
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 19, 2026 at 8:13 AM ET
Summary: Munich’s Oktoberfest has kicked off with the city’s mayor tapping the first beer keg, marking the start of the 191st edition of the festival. The action signals the official opening of the event.
WHO: Munich’s mayor
WHAT: Tapped the first beer keg to start Oktoberfest
WHEN: Sep 19, 2026
WHERE: Munich, Germany
WHY: To officially open the 191st edition of Oktoberfest.
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