Oktoberfest kicks off with celebration of German beer, food and culture this weekend

NEW YORK -- The start of the fall season brings a popular German celebration to town. It's time for Oktoberfest. 

The official two-week festival takes place in Munich, Germany every year starting at the end of September. Millions of festival goers gather in large tents to drink beer, eat traditional German foods and celebrate with friends. 

You don't have to travel to Germany to take part in the festivities. There are plenty of Oktoberfest celebrations here in the Tri-State Area. 

Time Out New York's Things to Do Editor Rossilynne Culgan joined CBS News New York to share their list of events. 

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