Cannstatter Volksfest in Wasen. Although the Volksfest is not strictly speaking a beer festival, it is considered by many to be the second largest beer celebration in the world after the Munich Oktoberfest. According to estimates about 4.2 million people visited the festival in 2006. The Volksfest begins one week later than the Oktoberfest. Cannstatter Volksfest – Wasen <br> From an agricultural event to a famous festival Colorful flashing lights, the squealing and rattling of unknown machines, the smell of burned almonds, "Göckele" (roasted chicken) and stockfish affects all your senses. Above the noise you can hear the bandmaster shouting out typical
Plymouth Volksfest entertainment, alongside the usual Show'n'Shine car displays and car related activities The first festival was held between Friday 23rd - Sunday 25 May 2008, at Newnham Park on the outskirts of Plymouth. Performers included; Black Friday, Richard James, Wille and The Bandits, Dirty Sanchez, Mad Dog Mcrea, Hey Molly, Two Spot Gobi, Arthur Walker, Sex Pistols Experience and The Van Daniels The festival attracted 1500 people and received favorable reviews The second annual Plymouth Volksfest was held between Friday 22nd - Monday 25 May 2009 It included an expanded line-up of bands and much improved facilities from the previous year