Did you know that Oktoberfest actually starts in mid-September? Well, we didn’t either until very recently. But that’s a story for another day. Right now, we’re focusing on Oktoberfest parties, celebrations and events where you can enjoy some traditional German beer and food – because in Malaysia, too, Oktoberfest lasts the entire month. Here’s a list of some of the places to get your beer on:
1. Brotzeit
Brotzeit has scheduled a two-day party at their Mid Valley outlet, promising two nights of Bavarian fun complete with Paulaner Musikanten. All Brotzeit outlets in the country will also be serving an Oktoberfest Platter featuring their signature pork knuckle, lumberjack steaks, garlic sausages, gypsy belly bacon, and a trio of sausages, served with sauerkraut and potato salad. You can also witness the traditional barrel tapping at Brotzeit Sunway Pyramid on 1st October.
2. 1 Utama, Bandar Utama
For its 12th year, 1 Utama is celebrating Oktoberfest with a bang, this time for four days straight on their 5th floor Rooftop Carpark. There will be performances by German band Die Emsperlen; German delicacies cooked by Euro Deli and award-wining German chef Jochen Kernmaestros; as well as several entertaining games like hat switching, barrel rolling, arm wrestling, and more. The best thing is that entry to this party is free.
Date: 6th – 9th October
Venue: 5th Floor Rooftop Carpark
Entrance fee: Free
3. Royal Selangor Golf Club
The Royal Selangor Golf Club is also throwing an Oktoberfest party in their main lounge with ‘good food, good music, and good friends’. As expected, there will be free flow beer and refreshment. You can also expect a special appearance by Oompah band Die Emsperlen who will be providing the music for the day.
Date: 5th October, 6pm
Venue: Main Lounge, Royal Selangor Golf Club
Entrance fee: RM60 (members), RM120 (non-members) | Not inclusive of 6% GST
Contact: +603 9206 3228 (Thana) | [email protected]
*Dress code applies
4. Malaysian German Society, Penang
The Malaysian German Society (MGS) in Penang is promising a lively party with original German Oktoberfest draught beers like Löwenbräu and Erdinger and a bottled beers Franziskaner, Erdinger and König Ludwig. You can also enjoy sausages, meatloaf, Sauerkraut, pretzels and more. Local and pork free food such as satay, fish and chips, chicken sausage and more will also be provided as well as non-alcoholic drinks so that everyone can have a great time together.
There will also be two contest for adults – beer drinking and arm wrestling – while the young ones can enjoy games and stalls at the kids-corner. Finally, MGS is also flying in a new Bavarian band from south of Germany called Bayernmän to provide the entertainment for the night.
Date: 21st and 2nd October, 7pm
Venue: MGC Penang, 250 Jalan Air Itam, next to Suffolk House
Entrance: Presale tickets – RM10 (members), RM30 (non-members) | at the door – RM35 | free admission for children up to 16 years
Contact: [email protected]
5. Mutiara Johor Bahru
Mutiara hotel in Johor Bahru is planning a fun-filled celebration over two days with 600 guests to enjoy great food and drinks while being entertained by a five-piece German band. There will also be a lucky draw with the grand prize being a two-way Premium Economy Class air ticket from Lufthansa (Singapore-Frankfurt-Singapore) – one grand prize for each night.
Date: 14th and 15th October, 7pm onwards
Venue: Dewan JOhor, Level 2, Mutiara Johor Bahru
Entrance fee: RM155 nett per person which includes a buffet dinner, first drink and a commemorative t-shirt
Contact: +607 330 0300 | [email protected] or [email protected]
6. Resorts World Genting, Pahang
Turn even your wurst day into a good one at Genting’s Oktoberfest party at The Patio wine and whisky bar. As usual, you can expect the best German beers, food, and general revelry. There will be a live band performance and several competitions including beer holding and speed eating.
Date: 11th to 15th October, 5pm – 3am
Venu: The Patio, Level 2, First World Plaza, Resorts World Genting
Entrance: Free
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