Oktoberfest returns to Clacton Pier for its third year

Now in its third year, the event launched on Saturday and will continue on September 27-28 and October 4-5.

Harry Peek, general manager of Clacton Pier, said: "It wasn’t long before everyone was up singing and dancing and enjoying the music, food and beer.

Little Maggie-Mai enjoying a pretze(Image: Clacton Pier)

"The feedback from the first weekend has been phenomenal and we had two great days of fun, and mostly in the sun."

The event is hosted in a large marquee in front of the Boardwalk Bar and Grill, and features free live entertainment, an Oompah band, games, and traditional German food and drink.

Entertainment begins at 1pm on each event day, with Saturday’s festivities now extended until 8pm due to popular demand.

Visitors enjoying Oktoberfest(Image: Clacton Pier)

Saturday’s entertainment included a performance from the band Tail Feathers, while Sunday saw the debut of Three’s A Crowd, who performed alongside the Ein Kline Oompah Band.

Harry said: "It’s great to see some of the same faces returning while we have also welcomed new visitors to an event which helps extend the season."

The event is free to attend, with guests only paying for food and drink.

Oktoberfest hosts Heidi, Hans and Gunter welcome the crowds(Image: Clacton Pier)

Many visitors at the weekend embraced the theme by dressing up, and pier mascot Sidney joined the celebrations in lederhosen.

Comedy Bavarian trio Heidi, Hans and Gunter were also on hand to entertain crowds and lead the games.

Pier mascot Sidney in his lederhosen(Image: Clacton Pier)