After such a spectacular party, the happy couple decided that the same type of festival should be continued annually. “The public celebrations ended with an exciting horse race. “The festivities began October 12, 1810, and lasted for almost a week, until October 17,’’ Kezar said. Oktoberfest in 2019 will mark the 212th anniversary of the festivities. Following the wedding, the fields were named Theresienwiese after the Princess, and the party was such a hit that the townspeople asked King Ludwig to continue the celebration the following year. All of the townspeople were invited to attend the festival, which took place in the fields outside of the city gates. “My goal for the fest was to create a community event, introduce a bigger target audience to the Elks and eventually create a bigger family event,’’ Kezar said.Īccording to Kezar, Oktoberfest began as the marriage ceremony between Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese on Octoin Munich, Germany. “After enjoying it, I thought, ‘why can’t we do that in Vancouver?’ Two years after joining, here we are. “My first experience with the Elks, as an adult, was being asked to volunteer at their Hood River Oktoberfest,’’ said Kezar, whose friend was a member there, and also a person of German heritage. For more information, visit Vancouver International Food Fest online or on Facebook.Even though this is the first attempt by the Vancouver Elks to organize the festival, Kezar has plenty of experience with similar events, in addition to her work at the Vancouver Sausage Fest. Vincent de Paul Food Bank) Pub Entry is $5 on Friday and $7 on Saturday. $2 General Admission (portion of the proceeds will go to St. Joseph School (6500 Highland Drive) will be open on Friday 5 pm to 11 pm Saturday 11 am to 11 pm and Sunday 12:30 pm to 8 pm. The Vancouver International Food Fest takes place at St. The first 60 show cars to arrive will gain entry into the show.Īnd don’t worry, the rides and carnival games are back, too! Purchase your tickets in advance for the best deals. Bring your show car and get free admission to the festival. This year will also feature a car show on Saturday from 11am to 3pm with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd places, “Best in Show” and “Father Gary’s Pick”. Check out the full schedule of entertainment here. The main stage will also highlight Polynesian dance and music, Latino dance and local bands. Music will range from Island Reggae, Contemporary, Rock, Funk, Jazz, Blues, to acoustic and most everything in between. Whatever your music of choice, I’m sure you will find it at the VIFF. You will find a wide range of entertainment. Those over 21 are also welcome to enjoy the Irish Pub featuring craft and domestic beer on tap as well as wine and hard cider. (But keep checking back, you never know who else is going to join the fun!) Dairy free, gluten free and vegetarian selections are also available. You will still be able to get that sausage on a stick but you will also be able to choose from over a dozen different foods, including Asian, Hawaiian, Italian, Mexican, Greek, American, Coffee and Confection. The Vancouver International Food Fest is keeping the best parts of the sausage fest and upgrading and adding more flavor to the event.
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