The annual Oktoberfest at Happy Valley Racecourse made a rousing start as confetti shot into the air at the opening ceremony tonight (23 September). Fans indulged a night of revelry with authentic German beer and cuisine, on-course games and live music from a top German band. The festive race night celebrations will continue on 7, 14 and 22 October.
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The Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mr Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff (right) and CEO of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Mr Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges are invited to pour and quaff the first stein of Oktoberfest beer.
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The Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mr Nikolaus Graf Lambsdorff, and Mrs Lambsdorff (right and second from right in back row); CEO of The Club Mr Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges (third from right in back row); Executive Director, Racing of The Club Mr William A Nader (second from left in back row); and Executive Director, Racing Business and Operations of The Club Mr Anthony B. Kelly (first from left in back row) toast the start of Oktoberfest at Happy Valley Racecourse.
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The legendary Notenhobler performs traditional German folk songs to enhance the festive mood of the opening night.
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Fans join the fun of beer-themed games and savour the festive beer and food on offer.
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