Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Like Oktoberfest, but with much less beer

IMG_2481

Over at the famous Theresienweise Munich is celebrating it’s annual Springfest with more than 100 rides, concession stands, and even a couple of beer tents. The event turns out to be a strange mix between fairground rides, a few beer tents, and a bit of a swap meet. I stopped by to find the event absolutely packed with people. The carnival lasts through May 2nd. Locals call it' Oktoberfest’s little sister, but I found it to lack the mystique that surrounds Oktoberfest.

5 comments:

Gunn said...

A great action shot!:-)

Boom Nisanart said...

Great shot : )

Michelle said...

Nice photo!

Jesse said...

I remember this Springfest being amazing, actually! The Augustiner tent had gigantic beer vessels with beautiful carvings. Here's the kicker: they were cooled with enormous blocks of ice!! It wasn't crowded, and was pretty darn fun. Of course, I lived only a few blocks away in Untersendling.

Thanks for your WONDERFUL photoblog. I've been checking it almost every day for years.

Jesse said...

I remember this Springfest being amazing, actually! The Augustiner tent had gigantic beer vessels with beautiful carvings. Here's the kicker: they were cooled with enormous blocks of ice!! It wasn't crowded, and was pretty darn fun. Of course, I lived only a few blocks away in Untersendling.