Oktoberfest, also called Oktoberfest costumes or Wiesn (From Theresienwiese meaning: Theresa’s meadow, the colloquial name for fairground) is a traditional German-Bavarian folk festival celebrated first in the German city of Munich, with other commemorations around the world. The official Oktoberfest dates fall between 21st of September to 6th October but Australians celebrate all through September and October. Oktoberfest is now the world’s largest beer festival which is traditionally celebrated in the last seventeen or eighteen days of September in the lead up to the first Sunday of October. Filled with beer, traditional dress, games, rides, an agricultural show and more types of entertainment, the festival has grown around the globe. CostumeBox is proud to stock a range of beautiful Oktoberfest costumes including Mens Lederhosen Costumes and Womens Dirndl Costumes, as well as a range of beautiful Oktoberfest party supplies to make your attendees feel like they’ve just stepped into the Wiesn even if they’re actually on the other side of the globe! Get ready to party for Oktoberfest 2018 in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Munich or wherever you are! At CostumeBox you’ll find the Oktoberfest fancy dress outfit for you, and every Oktoberfest party supply you’re looking for. Oktoberfest is more than a chance to dress up, it’s a festival rooted in Bavarian history and culture!

DECORATIONS: WHAT ARE OKTOBERFEST COLOURS?

CostumeBox sells a range of stunning Oktoberfest costumes decorations and Bavarian themed decorations. CostumeBox stocks a range of blue and white bunting, Oktoberfest banners in the traditional Oktoberfest colours of blue and white checkers, as well as the Bavarian flag. CostumeBox also have a range of props including stein cutouts, pretzel cutouts, and spaetzle swirls and balloons! With CostumeBox’s range of party supplies, it will feel like you’re stepping into your own personal Biergarten! At CostumeBox you’ll find party ideas for adults, party ideas for girls, for boys, party ideas at home, and party ideas for activities to make your Oktoberfest this year one to remember.

FOOD: HOW IS OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATED?

If you’re hankering for an Oktoberfest style feast, filled with Pretzels, Spaetzle, Sauerkraut, and Bratwurst, at CostumeBox we have all the table fittings to make it a themed feast to remember! Here, you’ll find a range of Oktoberfest party ideas, with printed napkins, plates, tablecloths and centrepieces. With our range of Oktoberfest tableware, your occasion will be decked out in true Bavarian style!

DRINK: ARE OKTOBERFEST BEERS LAGERS?

Sample the drink of choice for Oktoberfest costumes, beer, with CostumeBox’s range of party cups, our bier stein glass, and beer mugs! CostumeBox stocks inflatable beer mugs for those who want to really look the part, even if you’re not looking for a traditional Oktoberfest Märzen!

LOCATION: WHERE DID OKTOBERFEST COME FROM?

At CostumeBox you’ll find the perfect blend of party supplies to make your event look and feel perfect. CostumeBox has Oktoberfest themed party ideas, Oktoberfest office party ideas, Oktoberfest house party ideas and more! The Oktoberfest costumes themed decorations and tableware that CostumeBox stocks is perfect for any party whether you’re throwing it at home, or if you want to decorate your local pub or bar, you’ll feel like you’ve just stepped into Munich, the home city of Oktoberfest costumes.

LEDERHOSEN AND DIRNDLS: LEDERHOSEN UND DIRNDLS - Oktoberfest costumes MENS AND WOMENS COSTUMES

LEDERHOSEN: WHAT ARE LEDERHOSEN?

Lederhosen are a traditional German Bavarian pair of breeches or pants that generally sit above or just at the knee, and are held up with matching Lederhosen suspenders. At CostumeBox, you’ll find a great range of Lederhosen for sale within Australia, that ship internationally every day. If you’re looking to buy a Lederhosen, and can’t quite make it to Munich CostumeBox stocks a range of Lederhosen costumes, from traditional Lederhosen for men, as well as female Lederhosen. If you’re looking for accessories to go with your Lederhosen, why not try one of our Lederhosen hats, or Lederhosen shoes or Lederhosen socks to complete the look. For Oktoberfest 2018 CostumeBox has even developed its own, beautiful, authentic Lederhosen made from real leather.

To get your complete Lederhosen outfit, head straight to CostumeBox and shop on our website, or on eBay or Amazon AU! If you’re dressing up for Halloween, we have Lederhosen zombies for a fun Halloween costume idea too! Lederhosen don’t just need to be for Oktoberfest costumes!

DIRNDL: WHAT DOES DIRNDL MEAN?

A Dirndl is the traditional folk dress of Bavarian Germany worn as part of the Oktoberfest celebration. A Dirndl skirt can come in a number of different colours ranging from red, blue and green, to pink. The way a Dirndl is tied distinguishes your relationship status, whether the sash is tied to the left side, the right side, the front, or the back! CostumeBox has a range of different size Dirndls, from mini Dirndls to midi Dirndls and full length peasant dress style Dirndls.

The Dirndl blouse accentuates the bust and is usually encased in a corset laced at the front, while the Dirndl skirt is lined with petticoats for a fuller look. CostumeBox has a range of different styles of Dirndl costumes to choose from, with more modern costumes like the Oktoberfest Fraulein Womens Costume, and CostumeBox’s own range of beautiful, quality, traditional Dirndls that are ready and made for Munich Oktoberfest or Sydney Oktoberfest costumes, or wherever your Oktoberfest party might be!