Oktoberfest beer festival 2011 hits Munich, Germany

A general view as revellers attend Oktoberfest beer festival. The world's largest beer festival took place this year starting on September 17, running through to October 3.
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Revellers cheer with beer mugs during the last day of Oktoberfest beer festival on October 2, 2011 in Munich, Germany.
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A general view as revellers attend Oktoberfest beer festival at dusk on October 2, 2011 in Munich, Germany.
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A seller of blow pipes gives a funny performance during Oktoberfest beer festival on October 3, 2011 in Munich, Germany.
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Revellers attend the last sunny weekend at Oktoberfest beer festival on October 2, 2011 in Munich, Germany.
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Fancy hats are displayed during the last day of Oktoberfest beer festival.
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People enjoy riding a roller coaster during the last day of Oktoberfest beer festival on October 3, 2011 in Munich, Germany.
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A young woman drinks beer while wearing a fancy costume during the last day of Oktoberfest beer festival.
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Revellers cheer with beer mugs inside Schottenhamel beer tent during Oktoberfest.
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