This year Munich celebrates the 180th year of Oktoberfest. But you don’t need to empty your bank account on tickets to Germany to celebrate the occasion. Oktoberfest has marked its presence all across L.A.

For the entire month you can have your beer mugs, which are known as steins, filled to the brim.

First, the festival facts: Oktoberfest is 16-day event held annually in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Last year, almost 6 million people from across the globe attended, making it one of the largest fairs in the world.

With gaining popularity, cities all over the globe have started hosting their own versions of Oktoberfest, including L.A. 

But for many L.A. communities, Oktoberfest is not a new trend. The Alpine Village has not missed this celebration since 1968.

The festivital is so often celebrated with beer in your belly, more beer in your stein and entertainment that will definitely heighten your buzz. Events also celebrate the songs and dances of Germany. 

Each location has planned out its own special list of events. For example, LA Octoberfest on Olympic Blvd. will keep you entertained throughout the festival with events including mind-boggling acts by celebrity magician, Fantastic Fig, and performances by the dance troupe Gypsy Folk Ensemble. If you're looking to celebrate in a more relaxed environment, one of the great places to go to is Wirtshaus. In this authentic German resteraunt and pub, you can choose from over 35 German beers to enjoy with a delicious menu of German cuisine.

Check out a list of ten locations to chug beer, relish sausages, pretzels, bratwursts and partake in celebrations during October. If you want to feel like you're in Deutschland, make sure you come out in the traditional dresses: for guys it's a lederhosen and for girls a dirndl.

Unlike the 16-day festival in Munich, Oktoberfest is celebrated in L.A. from early September through late October in various locations. More than just providing entertainment, events and festivals like these do a great job of fostering community ties and reviving culture and tradition. Discover more cultural events that our city proudly celebrates.