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Oktoberfest extravaganza starts at the Valley Photo Release

22/10/2014

The ever-popular Oktoberfest at Happy Valley Racecourse made a return this year with the opening night of celebrations today (22 October).  Fans indulged in a Bavarian-themed party night with authentic German beer and cuisine, beer-related games and live music from a top German band. The festive racenight celebrations will continue on 29 October and 12 November.

Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff (middle), accompanied by CEO of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, is invited to pour and quaff the first stein of Oktoberfest beer.
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Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff (middle), accompanied by CEO of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, is invited to pour and quaff the first stein of Oktoberfest beer.

Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff and Mrs Lambsdorff (first and second from right) join the Club's CEO of Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges (second from left); and Executive Director, Racing  William A Nader (first from left) to toast the success of the Happy Valley Oktoberfest.
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Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff and Mrs Lambsdorff (first and second from right) join the Club's CEO of Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges (second from left); and Executive Director, Racing William A Nader (first from left) to toast the success of the Happy Valley Oktoberfest.

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Legendary band EMS performs German drinking songs to enhance the festive mood of the opening night.
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Legendary band EMS performs German drinking songs to enhance the festive mood of the opening night.


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Fans join the fun of beer-themed games and selfie, and savour the beer and food on offer.  Oktoberfest ambassadors mingle with the Valley revelers to bring a festive ambience.
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Fans join the fun of beer-themed games and selfie, and savour the beer and food on offer. Oktoberfest ambassadors mingle with the Valley revelers to bring a festive ambience.


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