THE world famous Oktoberfest will arrive in Colchester next month for the very first time. 

Taking place inside one of Europe's largest beer tents, the Bavarian-style festival will also boast some of the best Oompah bands from around the world. 

As well as plenty of steins, there will also be a large selection of traditional German foods.

The event takes place in Castle Park on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28. 

Tickets for the event's defined sessions are available at oktoberfestcolchester.co.uk.

Sessions times

Friday - 6pm-11pm 
Saturday - 12pm-5pm
Saturday evening - 6pm-11pm.

The festival originates in Munich and, ironically, officially begins tomorrow. 

It is said to have originally celebrated the Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig's marriage to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen in 1810.