1. The beer boot is passed around a group with individuals taking a sip and passing to the left (unless multiple boots are in use).
2. Once the boot is first picked up, it cannot touch the table or be set down until empty.
3. Each player must flick the beer boot prior to and after taking a sip.
4. If you get splashed in the face, you drink again
5. The beer boot’s toe is to remain pointed upward and no turning of the beer boot is allowed (Allowing the toe to face sideways is for amateurs only).
6. If you finish the beer boot, the person before you buys the next fill or is required to fill the next “Das Boot”.
NutcrackerHaus.com has the widest selection of decorative nutcrackers imported from Germany.
NutcrackerHaus.com carries the most sought after and respected brand names including Steinbach nutcrackers and Christian Ulbricht nutcrackers. These hand painted whimsical pieces are imported direct from Germany and are available in a wide variety of themes including more Christmas oriented pieces like snowmen and Santa to everyday worker themes like doctors, bread bakers, and chimney sweeps. Some of the most popular themed nutcrackers are the Wizard of Oz nutcrackers and the new 2009 Steinbach nutcrackers.
Not only do nutcrackers make great decoration pieces, but they can also become treasured family heirlooms passed down from generation to generation. The most collected brand of nutcrackers, Steinbach, is recognized for its intricate and unique design developed by Herr Christian Steinbach. The Steinbach family started making nutcrackers and other items in the 1800s in the Alpine regions of Germany and the items produced today still carry the Steinbach tradition, commitment to quality, and design excellence.
It is that time of year again and the Oktoberfesthaus.com portfolio of German stores is ready for all of your gift giving needs with the largest selection of imported holiday German items. Below is a rundown of our available items. Enjoy the convenience of Oktoberfesthaus.com’s stores as you can add items to your shopping cart from each store and complete one convenient and secure checkout.
Hand carved German Nutcrackers are a popular holiday gift and NutcrackerHaus.com stocks hundreds of models from top brands including Steinbach nutcrackers and Ulbricht nutcrackers.The Steinbach name is one of the most prominent in the world of nutcrackers. Steinbach is recognized for its intricate and unique design developed by Herr Christian Steinbach. The Steinbach family started making nutcrackers and other items in the 1800s and the name’s history of intricately painted hand carved wooden items like nutcrackers, smokers, and ornaments continues today. The Steinbach family still remains responsible for the product concept development, design, manufacture, and quality control at the Hohenhameln factory in the northern region of Germany.
Christian Ulbricht is a well-established nutcracker maker from Germany. Now in its third generation, the Ulbricht family continues to produce wood-turned products of the finest quality. In addition to an extensive line of nutcrackers, there are incense burners, music boxes, figurines, pyramids, and ornaments geared for any occasion and holiday. The Ulbricht name is synonymous with high quality and fine craftsmanship. The Ulbricht nutcrackers and smokers are highly sought after collectables due to the intricate detailing and fine craftsmanship. Whether it is your first time buying an Ulbricht nutcracker or you have an ever-expanding collection, each one is different and unique. Bring a smile to a loved ones face or provide a cherished gift to a young one this holiday season with NutcrackerHaus.com
German Smokers, or smoking figurines, are also a Christmas decor favorite. The German smoker incense is as much a part of the Erzgebirgian Christmas as the German nutcracker.
Throughout the Nineteenth, public smoking was a widespread habit that made the sight of a man with a pipe in his mouth a common one. The inspiration behind the German incense smoker is believed to have derived from the common practice of public smoking in the Nineteenth century and originate from the German town of Seiffen. German Smokers are made using the same techniques as Nutcrackers, however they are made with two pieces that fit together. The smoking cone is placed atop the lower half with the top half acting as the smoking kettle.
German Smokers traditionally represent everyday people including shepards, woodsmen, nurses, marksmen, and carpenters
A Christmas Pyramid is a Christmas decoration that originates from the Erzgebirge region of Germany. Christmas Pyramids are a kind of carousel with several levels depicting motifs such as angels or manger scenes or more secular scenes including forests, mountain figures and other scenes from everyday life in the Erzgebirge region. The spinning of motion of the pyramids is traditionally achieved using candles whose rising heat spins the propeller fan above. Christmas Pyramids make a great holiday decoration filling children and adults alike with holiday cheer. Our most popular Christmas pyramid this year has been our affordable one tier pyramids.
Our wide selection of imported German Christmas Ornaments from Steinbach make a great addition to your tree this Christmas. Steinbach ornaments feature a variety of themes ranging from various occupations to Santa. All of them make great gifts that last for years. We also carry a wide selection of Ulbricht ornaments.
Sprecher Beer will be selling our plastic beer boot at this year’s festival. This 28 oz. plastic Sprecher beer boot with Sprecher lanyard can be filled with your favorite Sprecher or German Fest beer for $15. Refill your boot with Sprecher or German Fest beer for $8 (a $2 savings). Purchase an empty boot for $7. Only 5,000 are available so be sure to get yours early!* We can’t think of a better way to do German Fest.
German Fest is the perfect way to practice your polka before Oktoberfest season and we look forward to seeing you there.
The Simpsons (Bart, Homer, Lisa, Marge, etc.) have found a perfect match in Fremont’s quirkiness. The Fremont Oktoberfest has been chosen as the West coast host of the Simpsons’ 20th birthday party this fall. They say that the yearly drinking celebration “fits the show demographics ‘like a glove.’” ( I would argue it fits more like a plastic beer boot)
The show still holds the title as the longest-running prime time entertainment series, longest-running sitcom, and longest-running prime time animated show. To celebrate the bash they’ll be giving away free Simpsons commemorative glassware to everyone that shows up.
They’re also putting on a little competition to crown Seattle’s own “Stanta’s Little Helper” (the retired racing greyhound from the show). If you have a dog that resembles him, the look-a-like contest is on September 20th.
The Fremont Oktoberfest kicks off on September 18th and runs till the 20th.
Leave it up to the Germans to invent a traveling beer bar (see below images). Can you think of a better way to travel? We can’t! It appears as if up to 14 people can ride, drink, and pedal around town complete with a sober cab steering the bike and a bartender to ensure everyone’s beer is full. We at OktoberfestHaus.com see it as a simple solution to the World’s transportation problems. My next trip to Germany will not be complete without a ride on the Bier bike! More information can be found at http://www.bierbike.de
We are pleased to announce that our shipment of folding beer garden table and bench sets is currently in U.S. customs and should be arriving in stock in the coming days. These brewery quality beer garden table and bench sets are found across Europe’s “biergartens” and feature a narrow table span (perfect for holding a conversation over a stein of beer). We stock the finest furniture from RUKU has been Germany’s leading beer garden manufacturer for over 50 years
Planning a trip to Oktoberfest 2009 in Munich this year? The best resource is the festivals official site found at www.oktoberfest.de
A couple of important topics include:
Dates and General FAQs
Essential and useful information about the Oktoberfest:
When will Oktoberfest 2009 take place?
On Saturday, September 19th, the Schottenhamel tent is the place to be, if you want to catch the official opening ceremonies. At noontime, 12pm, the lord mayor of Munich will have the honor of tapping the first keg of Oktoberfest beer. Once the barrel has been tapped, all visitors will then be allowed to quench their thirst. It pays to arrive early in order to experience the festivities up close and personal and it’s quite common for visitors to come around 9am to secure good seats. The festival will last until October 4th, 2009.
What are the opening hours?
Beer Serving Hours
Weekdays: 10am – 10:30pm
Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: 9am – 10:30pm
Daily Tent Closing Time: 11:30pm
The “Käfer Wiesn-Schänke” and the “Weinzelt” are open until 1am. Last call for alcohol: 12:15am.
Carnival and Rides
Monday – Thursday: 10am – 11:30pm
Friday, Saturday: 10am – 12am
Sundays and holidays: 10am – 11:30pm
Family Days
Every tuesday from 12pm until 6pm
Discounted ride, entrance, and sales prices!
When is Oktoberfest scheduled for the next years?
2010: September 18 – October 3
2011: September 17 – October 3
2012: September 22 – October 7
Reservations at the Oktoberfest
Finding a place in one of the big beer tents is a rather difficult thing. Reservations help, but are hard to get.
Can I reserve seats for Oktoberfest through Oktoberfest.de? Unfortunately, you cannot reserve seats in the beer tents via Oktoberfest.de. We can neither answer queries concerning reservations nor forward your requests to the beer tent employees and hosts. We do not keep a reservation list. Therefore, we are not able to answer your questions about seating availability and reservations.
How can I book seats in the beer tents?
It is only possible to book seats through the individual tents. The contact details are available in the category Tents.
If you are unable to reserve a place in the bigger beer tents or you’d rather experience the coziness of smaller tent, have a look at the Small and Medium Tents for something more suitable.
May I enter the beer tents without a reservation?
Certainly, you can visit the beer tents; nevertheless, you should arrive as early as possible, especially, if there is a large group with you. For instance, during the week, arrive no later than 2:30pm and on the weekends, it’s best to go in the morning. Otherwise, you run the risk of not being able to enter the tents at all because they’re already full. Larger groups should expect to wait in line like others – those without seats won’t be served any beer!
It’s all about the beer…
It’s all about the beer…
Among the many attractions, the “liquid gold” is probably the most important thing at the Oktoberfest. As usual, over 6 million liters of beer will be drunk this year.
Price:
A “Mass”, one litre of beer, will cost between 8,30 € and 8,60 € this year.
Serving times:
Beer will be sold in the tents from 10.00 to 22.30 on weekdays and from 9.00 to 22.30 on saturdays, sundays and holidays.
It’s no coincidence, that Bavaria has the best beer in the world: Since the 16th century there have been strong regulations about brewing beer and how to keep up the high quality of the final product by choosing the ingredients very carefully. One of the oldest laws concerning food and drink are the Bavarian Purity Requirements, decreed by Duke William IV. in 1516: Only water, hops and barley should be used to brew Bavarian beer.
Beer Tokens
Mostly companies hand out beer tokens (”Biermarken” in German) to their guests, which can then be exchanged for beer in the respective tents. If you want to buy beer tokens, please contact the tent-owners directly.
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