Hundreds of Germans expected to work up a thirst for Oktoberfest Beag

Still buoyed by World Cup success, hundreds of Germans are expected to descend on Cork to join an estimated 10,000 visitors for the Oktoberfest Beag.

The event, though, is held in September rather than October. In its fifth year, the festival celebrates everything Bavarian, and returns to the Beamish & Crawford brewery site on South Main Street on September 11-20.

Festivities will swing into action between 4pm and 10.30pm daily and will include table service by frauleins who will serve a selection of traditional Bavarian dishes and refreshments. There will be entertainment throughout the festival with performances by the Edelweiss Oompah Brass Band each evening.