Over two days and three separate sessions, Christchurch Park played host to Oktoberfest goers who were able to take part in the Bavarian tradition and celebrate the festival.
In a big blue tent near the playground in the Ipswich park, people were able to listen to an Oompah band who performed live, try traditional German food such as currywurst and bratwursts, and enjoy the alcohol that was on offer.
![The event was attended by thousands]()
The event was attended by thousands (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands]()
The event was attended by thousands (Image: Tom Cann) ![People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event]()
People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event (Image: Tom Cann)
A range of German drinks served in a variety of cup sizes from half pints to beer jugs were served for people to enjoy.
Inside the tent, there was a large stage, a huge bar area and a range of flags displayed hanging from the roof.
![People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event]()
People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event]()
People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event]()
People wore the traditional Oktoberfest clothing for the event (Image: Tom Cann)
People were also dressed in the traditional lederhosen and dirndl costumes that are commonly seen at Oktoberfest events in Munich.
There were three sessions, one on Friday evening, one Saturday lunchtime and one on Saturday evening, with each session hosting around 2,000 people.
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Thousands enjoyed the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![Thousands enjoyed the event]()
Thousands enjoyed the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was held in Christchurch Park]()
The event was held in Christchurch Park (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was held in Christchurch Park]()
The event was held in Christchurch Park (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was held in Christchurch Park]()
The event was held in Christchurch Park (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands of people]()
The event was attended by thousands of people (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands of people]()
The event was attended by thousands of people (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands of people]()
The event was attended by thousands of people (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands of people]()
The event was attended by thousands of people (Image: Tom Cann) ![The event was attended by thousands of people]()
The event was attended by thousands of people (Image: Tom Cann) ![People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event]()
People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event]()
People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event]()
People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event]()
People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event (Image: Tom Cann) ![People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event]()
People enjoyed beer, music and food at the event (Image: Tom Cann)
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