Tulsa Oktoberfest draws thousands of visitors each year for German food, live music, and, of course, plenty of beer. But behind the fun, organizers and law enforcement agencies are working hard to keep everyone safe, from preventing underage drinking to making sure no one drives home impaired.

News On 6 spoke with event security and the Oklahoma ABLE Commission to find out what’s being done to keep Oktoberfest safe for everyone.

Q: What does Tulsa Oktoberfest do to keep people safe?

“Just know what you're going to do," said Head of Security Mark Shelton. "Know what to expect. Don’t let the procedure surprise you at all. This is what we do every year."

Shelton says the festival brings together officers from multiple agencies, including Tulsa Police and the Sheriff’s Office, who patrol t

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