Event Guide

General Event Info


Saturday, February 3rd, 2024
Cross Insurance Center

VIP from 5-9 PM: 4 hours of sampling, access to a special VIP area with exclusive beers, commemorative tote bag, and a souvenir glass
GA from 1-4PM & 6-9PM: 3 hours of sampling and a souvenir glass

There is free parking available at the Cross Insurance Center, please enter through the Renewal By Anderson Entrance near the Racetrack.

FIRST SESSION LAST POUR IS 3:50PM
SECOND SESSION LAST POUR IS 8:50PM

Less than 500 tickets left, so get your ticket now!

Entry

  • Everyone with a ticket will proceed to the same line.
  • There will be a line upon entering but it'll move quickly once doors open.
  • Security will be checking your ID at this time.
  • Staff scanning tickets can help those looking to purchase a Designated Driver ticket. DD tickets are for people accompanying full-priced ticketholders to get them home safely.

DO!

  • Check out our list of beverages on the Breweries tab- make a plan of the must-try beers that fit your taste!
  • Make sure to bring a designated driver with you or plan for a cab or public transportation
  • Wear a pretzel necklace to help keep your sampling stamina up!
  • Quadruple check that you have your ID... even if you're 102 years old. In order to enter, you must present a valid ID showing you were born on or before February 3rd, 2003
  • Have your tickets with you... whether they are in hand or on your phone, you must have your tickets in your possession to get inside the festival
  • Wear comfortable shoes; you will be on your feet a ton. There will be seating but it will be limited
  • Bring cash, we can't guarantee that all of our vendors and partners will be able to accept credit cards
  • Eat! All of these delicious samples will leave you hungry... plus, you need that protein to keep you going
  • Keep your sample glass! Your future house party will thank you

DON'T!

  • Please don’t bring children. For the safety of your child, as well as for your own enjoyment. Plus, they won’t be able to get past the doors.
  • Don’t bring any outside food or beverages
  • Don’t break your glass, that thing is your golden ticket to endless delicious beer. Care for that glass as you would your firstborn
  • Don’t go too fast! No one wants to be “that guy” at the beer festival, so sample responsibly
  • Don’t forget to try your favorites before last pour of the first session at 3:50pm and last pour of the second session at 8:50PM. No beers will be served after those times
  • Don’t expect to take any beers with you. It’s state law — no beer can leave the premises
  • We can’t stress this enough, please do not drive after enjoying the festivities. Call a cab, call your mom, call Jennie at 867-5309, get a dog sled, anything, but please don’t drink and drive

FUN!

Live music from Sarah Libby (1-4pm) and Motor Booty Affair (5-9pm).

Please note, if you have friends planning on attending to watch their performances - they will need to purchase a ticket!