More than one thousand invited guests came to the election night party at the Munich Amerika Haus. The event was opened by US Consul General Eric Nelson who also appeared in several interviews with different Bavarian media outlets throughout the night. Bavarian Justice Minister Dr. Beate Merk represented the Bavarian government. The program included expert panel discussions moderated by Consul for Public Affairs Kathryn Crockart, live music by two bands, and constant news updates with analysis by local experts on American politics.