It is based on the German festival of Oktoberfest held traditionally in Munich, Germany. Based on the original German Oktoberfest, it is billed as "Canada's Greatest Bavarian Festival". It serves as the official ground of the Munich Oktoberfest. Brisbane celebrates its annual Brisbane Oktoberfest, which is considered Australia's largest German festival. Since 1850, the statue of Bavaria has watched over the Oktoberfest. There are also specific beverage festivals, such as the famous Oktoberfest in Germany for beer. The Alley also hosts events for Fourth of July, Oktoberfest, and Halloween. It hosts events such as Riverfest, Fourth of July fireworks, Oktoberfest, and the Rotary Lights. Beers meeting these criteria are designated Oktoberfest Beer. Additionally, Canonsburg is home to an annual Oktoberfest. The Midwest Deutsche Oktoberfest takes place the third week of September. Over 7 million liters of beer are consumed at each Oktoberfest. Another icon of the festival is Miss Oktoberfest. Today, Cullman holds an annual Oktoberfest. The exceptions are Fridays in the late afternoon and during the Oktoberfest.