Event Details

April 1, 2013 to May 1, 2013 - , North Carolina, United States
N.C. Beer Month
During the month of April, craft breweries across North Carolina will be hopping with excitement as the state celebrates its inaugural Beer Month, sponsored by the N.C. Division of Tourism and N.C. Brewer’s Guild. Breweries statewide will be offering month-long craft beer promotions such as lodging packages, gourmet prix fine menus, special pairings, classes, chef dinners and brewery tours. Visit craft breweries in Greensboro, Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville and cities across the state to discover why N.C. is consistently ranked as location with the best breweries.

Contact: Kara Frasca Email: kfrasca@rlfcommunications.com

April 5, 2013 to April 5, 2013 - Denver, Colorado, United States
Craft Beer Tour
It’s no mistake Denver is known for the finest breweries, brew pubs and tap houses, and our expert beer guides know them all! Join us on one of our exciting craft beer tours with other like-minded beer lovers, enjoying tastings at three different tap rooms and one local brewery. We will visit Denver Beer Co., Prost Brewing and the Ale House. This tour is limited to fifteen people so everyone can enjoy a wonderful experience. You will receive an itinerary once you have registered for the tour. Visit our website to view specific neighborhood tours as well as participating restaurants. (Breweries and bars subject to change without notice. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Cost is all-inclusive.) Denver Beer Company, 1695 Platte Street, Denver, CO 80202

Hours: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Admission: All Ages Organization: Culinary Connectors Contact: Becky Creighton Phone: 303-495-5487 Email: foodie@culinaryconnectors.com

April 5, 2013 to April 26, 2013 - Seattle, Washington, United States
Cooper's Alehouse 11th Annual IPA Fest
Cooper’s Alehouse is hosting their 11th Annual IPA Fest April 5th-26th. This is one of the oldest and largest IPA specific events in the NW. During the Fest we’ll pour over 70 different IPA’s! Regular, double, triple, or imperial, you’ll see them all during the Fest. We’ll also have blind tastings, samplers, food specials, and brewer’s nights throughout the month. Cheers!

Location: Cooper's Alehouse 8065 Lake City Way NE Seattle, WA 98115 Hours: 2pm-close Contact: Kirbie Predmore Phone: 206-522-2923 Email: coopersalehouse@comcast.net

April 6, 2013 - Dallas, Texas, United States
Big Texas Beer Fest
The Big Texas Beer Fest 2013 is North Texas’ second-annual 100% craftbeer inspired festival. Last year’s festival featured approximately 80 breweries. We expect this number to grow to 100-120 this year. Last year we also had about 350 beers, and expect that number to grow to 400+. The festival will continue to focus heavily on the emerging North Texas craftbeer scene, and Texas craftbeer as a whole. A number of breweries have promised us exclusive kegs, rare beers, one-offs and special firkins for this event. The festival will also feature plenty of food trucks and local artisanal food. Free cheese samples will be available at a cheese sampling station, free locally roasted coffee samples, and we are working to secure other food sampling vendors such as free craft soda samples. A portion of the proceeds benefit the North Texas Food Bank.

Location: Fair Park Automobile Building Hours: 2-6:30pm Admission: $35 for General Admission, $60 for VIP Organization: Brewvolution, LLC Contact: Nellie & Chad Montgomery Phone: 2146751610 Email: nellie@bigtexasbeerfest.com

April 6, 2013 to April 6, 2013 - Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Carolina Brew and Q Festival
Downtown Columbia's Flying Saucer Draught Emporium will be hosting the 1st Annual Carolina Brew and Q festival on Saturday April 6th from noon-4:30pm. Beer lovers should come thirsty, the fest will feature 50 carefully chosen craft draft beers. Flying Saucer U.F.O. members will get a special treat – first dibs on sampling ten cask beers. The festival will take place on the 1100 block of Park St in front of the Flying Saucer. Live music featuring The Black Iron Gathering followed by Josh Roberts and the Hinges (currently opening for Band of Horses) will be playing on the outdoor stage throughout the fest. The Saucer partnered with Park Street Vista restaurants to provide a variety of Carolina-style barbecue in exchange for a cash donation to the South Carolina Chapter of The American Kidney Foundation. General admission price is $30 for UFO members/$35 for the general public and includes a commemorative taster glass, and sampling of festival brews. Designated driver tickets include admission to the festival and complimentary soft drinks. Other activities such as the Beer Goddess Dunk tank, ring toss booth, balloon booth and corn hole tournament will also be going on throughout the day with all proceeds raised from the games being donated to the American Kidney Foundation. Tickets may be purchased at the Flying Saucer or online at CarolinaBrewandQ.com Downtown Columbia's Flying Saucer Draught Emporium will be hosting the 1st Annual Carolina Brew and Q festival on Saturday April 6th from noon-4:30pm. Beer lovers should come thirsty, the fest will feature 50 carefully chosen craft draft beers. Flying Saucer U.F.O. members will get a special treat – first dibs on sampling ten cask beers. The festival will take place on the 1100 block of Park St in front of the Flying Saucer. Live music featuring The Black Iron Gathering followed by Josh Roberts and the Hinges (currently opening for Band of Horses) will be playing on the outdoor stage throughout the fest. The Saucer partnered with Park Street Vista restaurants to provide a variety of Carolina-style barbecue in exchange for a cash donation to the South Carolina Chapter of The American Kidney Foundation. General admission price is $30 for UFO members/$35 for the general public and includes a commemorative taster glass, and sampling of festival brews. Designated driver tickets include admission to the festival and complimentary soft drinks. Other activities such as the Beer Goddess Dunk tank, ring toss booth, balloon booth and corn hole tournament will also be going on throughout the day with all proceeds raised from the games being donated to the American Kidney Foundation. Tickets may be purchased at the Flying Saucer or online at CarolinaBrewandQ.com Beer and BBQ festival featuring over 50 carefully selected cask brews and BBQ provided by the Flying Saucer and Park St Vista restuarants. Live music featuring Josh Roberts and the Hinges will also be performing. Proceeds from all cash donations will be given to the South Carolina Chapter of the American Kidney Foundation. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online at carolinabrewandq.com

Location: Flying Saucer 931 Senate St Hours: noon-4:30pm Admission: 35.00 Contact: Will Cauthen Phone: 803-933-9997 Email: colmgr@beerknurd.com

April 12, 2013 to April 12, 2013 - Denver, Colorado, United States
Craft Beer Tour
It’s no mistake Denver is known for the finest breweries, brew pubs and tap houses, and our expert beer guides know them all! Join us on one of our exciting craft beer tours with other like-minded beer lovers, enjoying tastings at three different tap rooms and one local brewery. We will visit Denver Beer Co., Prost Brewing and the Ale House. This tour is limited to fifteen people so everyone can enjoy a wonderful experience. You will receive an itinerary once you have registered for the tour. Visit our website to view specific neighborhood tours as well as participating restaurants. (Breweries and bars subject to change without notice. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Cost is all-inclusive.)

Location: Prost Brewing, 2540 19th Street, Denver, CO 80211 Hours: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Admission: All Ages Organization: Culinary Connectors Contact: Becky Creighton Phone: 303-495-5487 Email: foodie@culinaryconnectors.com

April 13, 2013 - Athens, Georgia, United States
Terrapins Annual Anniversary Party
There’ll be casks, limited barrel aged beers, the beer dunk tank, great music, and carnival games: this is our birthday party and we pull out all the stops for this annual festival! Pre-sale glass vouchers will go on sale March 1st and this event always sells out! A portion of the proceeds go to our friends at Community Connection, a local lifeline of support to the Athens community. Mark your calendars; you don’t want miss this grand event!

Location: Terrapin Beer Co Hours: 4:30-8:30 PM Organization: Terrapin Beer Co Phone: 706-549-3377

April 19, 2013 to April 19, 2013 - Denver, Colorado, United States
Craft Beer Tour
It’s no mistake Denver is known for the finest breweries, brew pubs and tap houses, and our expert beer guides know them all! Join us on one of our exciting craft beer tours with other like-minded beer lovers, enjoying tastings at three different tap rooms and one local brewery. We will visit Denver Beer Co., Prost Brewing and the Ale House. This tour is limited to fifteen people so everyone can enjoy a wonderful experience. You will receive an itinerary once you have registered for the tour. Visit our website to view specific neighborhood tours as well as participating restaurants. (Breweries and bars subject to change without notice. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Cost is all-inclusive.)

Location: Denver Beer Company, 1695 Platte Street, Denver, CO 80202 Hours: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Admission: All Ages Organization: Culinary Connectors Contact: Becky Creighton Phone: 303-495-5487 Email: foodie@culinaryconnectors.com

April 20, 2013 - martinez, California, United States
Bay Area Craft Beer Festival
The Bay Area Craft Beer Festival in downtown Martinez began in 2010 to highlight the art and flavor of craft beer in Martinez and surrounding communities. Produced by Main Street Martinez, the festival draws 1,000-2,000 people to enjoy beer from over 30 microbreweries, live music, and food from local restaurants. This year, the event will be held at Waterfront Park on North Court St., a short walking distance from the Martinez Amtrak Station and free downtown parking.

Location: Waterfront Park Hours: 12:00PM-4:00PM Admission: $35 in Advance, limited number at door $45 Organization: Main Street Martinez Phone: 9252283577

April 20, 2013 - Tucson, Arizona, United States
Springfest Beer Festival
Springfest, the southern, warm-weather answer to the Arizona Craft Brewer’s Guild’s wildly popular Phoenix-based winter Strong Beer Festival, will take place from 1 – 5 pm Saturday, April 20, 2013, at the Rillito Racetrack ( 4502 N. First Ave., Tucson, 85718) On tap for the event emphasizing Arizona’s spring and summer suds are a plethora of brews in a wide variety of styles, live music, great grub and a smorgasbord of beer-centric activities. For tickets, visit www.springfestbeerfest.com.

Location: Rillito Park Racetrack - 4502 N. First Ave., Tucson, 85718 Hours: 1 pm - 5 pm Admission: VIP - $40, GA - $30 for presale, $40 after presale Organization: Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Contact: Tiffany Shultz Phone: 480.586.6711 Email: tiffany@up-agency.com

April 20, 2013 to April 20, 2013 - Belleville, Illinois, United States
Belleville Ale Fest
The Belleville Ale Fest is Belleville’s first craft beer festival. The inaugural festival will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2013. The festival will feature over 80 unique beers from craft breweries around the country and food from Belleville area restaurants. Live music will accompany the craft beer and culinary celebration. From the lightest pale ale to the darkest stout, the Belleville Ale Fest will have something for everyone… The goal of the Belleville Ale Fest is to showcase American craft beer while supporting the Belleville Business Community. Proceeds from the 2013 Belleville Ale Fest will benefit the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce.

Location: Belleville Crossing Hours: 12:00 - 4:00 pm Organization: Greater Belleville Chamber Email: info@BellevilleAleFest.com

April 26, 2013 to April 28, 2013 - Silverton, Oregon, United States
Oregon Garden Brewfest
Oregon Garden Brewfest expands to three days, offers ideal spring getaway with craft beers & ciders, live music and great room deals SILVERTON, Ore. — The Oregon Garden Brewfest has been the Willamette Valley’s best-kept secret for a number of years, but the word is getting out. As a result of its popularity, the Oregon Garden Brewfest is expanding to three days in 2013: April 26 through 28 at The Oregon Garden’s Grand Hall. The 9th annual festival will feature nearly 95 handcrafted beers and ciders from 45 different breweries spanning from Silverton’s backyard to the East Coast. Event hours are Noon to 11 pm Friday & Saturday, and Noon to 6 pm Sunday. Located in the historic town of Silverton, 45 miles south – just over an hour’s drive – from the Portland metropolitan area, the Oregon Garden Brewfest also features live music from more than 20 area bands, food, tasting lessons by Women Enjoying Beer, a Brewer’s Tasting Dinner, a Connoisseur Tasting, and a homebrew competition presented by Capitol Brewers. Advance admission includes a one-day pass for $15 that features a tasting glass, seven tasting tickets, and express entry; a three-day pass for $25 that includes a tasting glass, 15 tasting tickets, and express entry; and a VIP pass for $50 that includes a tasting glass, 45 tasting tickets, a T shirt and a food voucher. Advance sales are available at http://ogbf2013.blogspot.com. Tickets at the door cost the same, but include only five tasting tickets for one day, 10 tasting tickets for three days, 35 tasting tickets for VIP, and no express entry. Designated drivers pay a cover charge of $5 and receive a bottled water. A full glass of beer costs four tickets, and a taster costs one ticket. Additional tasting tickets may be purchased for $1 apiece. The event is cash only, with an ATM on-site. Parking at The Oregon Garden is $5 per car; free shuttles will be available to various locations in town. The Oregon Garden Brewfest is for ages 21 and over on Friday and Saturday; minors are welcome all hours on Sunday. The second annual Oregon Garden Brewer’s Tasting Dinner will take place on the eve of the festival, April 25 at 7 pm. This six-course tasting will be attended by participating brewers and industry insiders. Each course will be a small plate paired with a beer tasting from one of six area breweries. There are a limited number of tickets available to the public for $40 apiece. A Connoisseur Tasting on April 26 from Noon to 2pm gives attendees the opportunity to talk one-on-one with the brewers and representatives. This event is included with Friday admission. For those from out of the area who wish to make a night of it, The Oregon Garden Resort is offering two room packages: the Brewer's Dinner Package for $219 is available on April 25 and includes accommodations, two tickets to the Brewer’s Dinner, breakfast for two the next morning, and two one-day tickets to the Brewfest on April 26. The Brewfest Package for $189 is available April 25 through April 28 and includes accommodations, breakfast for two, two one-day tickets to the Brewfest and two food booth vouchers. Reservations are available at http://oregongardenresort.com/Packages.htm or call 503-874-2500. For a complete list of participating breweries and beers, a detailed entertainment schedule, or more information about the event, visit http://ogbf2013.blogspot.com.

Location: Oregon Garden’s Grand Hall

April 26, 2013 to April 26, 2013 - Denver, Colorado, United States
Craft Beer Tour
It’s no mistake Denver is known for the finest breweries, brew pubs and tap houses, and our expert beer guides know them all! Join us on one of our exciting craft beer tours with other like-minded beer lovers, enjoying tastings at three different tap rooms and one local brewery. We will visit Denver Beer Co., Prost Brewing and the Ale House. This tour is limited to fifteen people so everyone can enjoy a wonderful experience. You will receive an itinerary once you have registered for the tour. Visit our website to view specific neighborhood tours as well as participating restaurants. (Breweries and bars subject to change without notice. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Cost is all-inclusive.)

Location: Prost Brewing, 2540 19th Street, Denver, CO 80211 Hours: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Admission: All Ages Organization: Culinary Connectors Contact: Becky Creighton Phone: 303-495-5487 Email: foodie@culinaryconnectors.com

April 26, 2013 to April 27, 2013 - Brewster, New York, United States
Dogfish Head Invasion Weekend!
Ladies & Gentleman, we are proud to announce that we will be hosting one of the most remarkable Dogfish Head beer weekends in the history of beer. We have been collecting these beers for quite sometime and have decided that it is now the time to release them. We expect this to be one of our biggest and best events yet. In fact we will start it at 5pm on Friday the 26th and continue the next day until all the beer is gone. Some of these beers will never be made or poured again, so YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS.

Location: DeCicco Marketplace Hours: 5pm to 10pm Phone: (845) 278-0836 URL: http://www.deciccos.com/NE_Main.aspx

April 26, 2013 - North Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Food & Foam Fest
Come celebrate the 16th Annual Food & Foam Fest - a craft beer festival offering samples of over 250 different kinds of beer and wine plus cuisine from local restaurateurs! Distributors and brewers battle for the title of "People's Choice Best Brew." Food & Foam Fest raises awareness of America's leading cause of disability, while raising much needed funds for research, health education and government advocacy to improve the lives of people with arthritis.

Location: Dickey Stephens Park Hours: 6pm to 9pm Admission: $40 per ticket (VIP and DD tickets available) Phone: 501.664.4591 Email: aharris@arthritis.org URL: http://www.foamfest.org/

April 26, 2013 - Brooklyn, New York, United States
Sowing Hope, Growing Communities - A Benefit for Refugees in New York City
Sowing Hope, Growing Communities: A Benefit for Refugees in New York City will highlight the IRC's New Roots Urban Farming Programs in the South Bronx, designed to help refugees, asylees and other immigrants grow their own healthy food, and better integrate into their new community. Proceeds from this year's event will go towards sustaining the New Roots initiative, a program of the IRC in New York. Meet fellow supporters, IRC staff and volunteers and enjoy an evening of traditional food prepared by refugee cooks and a selection of Brooklyn Brewery beer.

Location: Brooklyn Brewery Hours: 9pm to 12am Admission: $55 Phone: 212 377 4728 Email: vanessa.pirandello@rescue.org URL: http://www.rescue.org/NewYork

April 27, 2013 to April 27, 2013 - La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine and Cheese Festival
Help us celebrate 11 Years of great tasting and join us for an afternoon of sampling beer, wine and cheese from over 60 vendors. Live music by The Evergreen Grass Band and Reverend Raven and the Chain Smokin' Altar Boys, a Beanbag tournament, official Between the Bluffs Apparel shop, and great food for sale by Wisconsin Fried Cheese Curds, Premier Catering and Stolpa's Stein Haus. Come early on Friday and attend Tasters Eve events at area establishments where you can enjoy special tastings by featured brewers. Between the Bluffs will be providing complimentary shuttle service on Friday for Tasters Eve for BTB ticket holders AND on the day of the Festival to and from the Fest Grounds from approved hotels.

Location: 1 Oktoberfest Strasse Hours: 2pm-6pm Admission: General admission tickets are $30.00 pre-fest (until 11:59pm on Friday, April 26, $35.00 at the gate. VIP tickets are $60.00 pre-fest only - sold only by phone or at the La Crosse Area CVB office in Riverside Park and Pearl Street Brewery in La Crosse. Organization: La Crosse Area Conventions and Visitors Bureau Contact: Clarissa Erickson Phone: 608-782-2220 Email: Erickson@explorelacrosse.com

April 27, 2013 to April 27, 2013 - West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Brew At The Zoo
Raise your pilsner and let’s toast to conservation and animals at the Palm Beach Zoo’s first-ever Brew at the Zoo. You’ll sample more than 50 beers including some new brews from 20 craft breweries. You’ll also get up close and personal with certain animals during our roving encounters. VIP admission includes exclusive premium beer samples, t-shirt and free food courtesy of Rooney's Public House. Proceeds support animal care, conservation, education and sustainability at the Palm Beach Zoo. Advance sale tickets ONLY!

Location: Palm Beach Zoo 1301 Summit Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL Hours: 6-9pm Admission: $35 General Admission, $75 VIP Organization: Palm Beach Zoo Contact: Ron Brooks Phone: 561-533-0887 Email: rbrooks@palmbeachzoo.org

April 27, 2013 to April 27, 2013 - Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Newport Craft Beer Festival
The 2nd annual Newport Craft Beer Festival will be held on Saturday April 27th 2013 at the Great Friends Meeting House Lawn. There will be two sessions this year, Noon and 4pm. Tickets are $45 per session and include unlimited sampling from 30 different breweries. Every brewery in Rhode Island will be in attendance as well as many from New England and all over the US. The event will also feature a home brewing demonstration, live music and food from local restaurants.

Location: Friends Meeting House Hours: 12-3 & 4-7 Admission: $45 Organization: Newport Craft Beer Festival Contact: Graham Email: gwilson617@gmail.com

April 27, 2013 to April 28, 2013 - Hunter, New York, United States
2013 Tap NY Craft Beer & Food Festival
TAP New York started out 15 years ago with a couple hundred beer fanatics and a handful of craft brewers at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, and has grown into the largest craft beer and food event in New York State. Craft brewing is alive and growing in New York State. The resurgence of craft brewing, spawned in part by the creative brewers at Saranac and Boston Brewing, has led to fuller bodied, flavorful brews featuring rich colors, bold flavors, and imaginative ingredients. New craft breweries are opening every year, and we're both happy and proud to welcome them aboard. TAP New York has grown over tenfold through the years to now encompass the entire base areas at Hunter Mountain, plus added tent space. Over 85 breweries are invited, representing well over 200 individual beers, offer everything from IPAs and lagers to wiesbiers, doppel and trippel bocks, stouts, ales... pretty much any variety you know of, and probably a few that you don't. TAP New York is also about food. Each year we offer plenty to eat. Daily cooking demonstrations will also show you some great ideas for your own kitchen. TAP is also a beer competition. Brewers from across the state enter their finest suds to compete for plaques and trophies. Each year on Saturday at TAP, highly qualified judges choose the best craft brewery in New York State and also the best brewery in the Hudson Valley. On Sunday, the panel of judges decide the best individual beers in both the Hudson Valley and the entire state.

Location: Hunter Mountain Hours: 1pm to 5pm Admission: $70 Saturday, $60 Sunday ($105 weekend) Phone: 518-263-4223 Email: questions@huntermtn.com URL: http://www.tap-ny.com/index.html

April 27, 2013 - Waco, Texas, United States
4th annual Texas Craft Beer Festival
Join us as 20+ Texas breweries descend on the Dancing Bear Pub for an all out festival. 40+ beers. 2 Musical Guests TBA. Food will be sold at this event. When you arrive, you will receive a souvenir 5 oz. tasting glass with a two ounce pour line and a punch card for 16 samples. More cards available. You are welcome to sample any beer that the brewers have.

Location: Dancing Bear Pub Hours: 1pm to 6pm Admission: $35 advance/online, $39 at the door Phone: (254) 753-0025 URL: http://4thannualtexascraftbeerfest.eventbrite.com/

April 27, 2013 - Hudson, Wisconsin, United States
5th Annual Casanova Beer Cave Festival
This is our 5th annual beer cave festival and we are working to make it our best. There will be more than 35 breweries, 150 beers and one of the best locations in the country, inside the Historic Casanova Breweries Caves. Tickets are $35 for VIP which gets you in at 12 and an opportunity to taste with a small crowd and visit with the brewers/brewery reps. General Admission is at 1 and goes until 5. This is a great sampling event in Downtown Hudson and we hope you are able to make it this year.

Location: Casanova's Liquor Store Hours: 1pm to 5pm Admission: Sold Out Phone: (715) 386-2545 URL: http://www.thenovaofhudson.com/

April 27, 2013 - Bellingham, Washington, United States
April Brews Day
Annual fund raiser for the Max Higbee Center. Generally over 30 breweries. VIP ticket gets you in an hour early, and extra scrip. From FB: Annual Bellingham, WA microbrew tasting and competition fundraiser to benefit the Max Higbee Center, a local non-profit that provides recreational opportunities for teens and adults with developmental disabilities. This increasingly popular northwest brew tasting event is held annually on the last Saturday of April. This year we will again be at the Depot Market Square on SATURDAY, APRIL 27,2013. General admission: 6:30-10PM. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Admission includes a collectible tasting glass and script for beer tastes and food.

Location: Depot Market Square Hours: 6:30pm to 10pm Admission: $20 advance, $25 at the door (VIP $35) Phone: (360)733-1828 Email: mhc.eventplanner@gmail.com URL: http://www.maxhigbee.org/april-brews-day.html

April 27, 2013 - Brooklyn, New York, United States
Bierkraft's Third Annual Spring Oyster Shuck & Cask Festival
It's been a long winter, and to kick off the start of warmer weather we are holding another oyster shuck and cask festival in our backyard beer garden! This means: fresh-shucked, fairly-raised & fairly-priced local oysters fresh cask beer from local breweries a sunny beer garden to hang in & all the usual delights Bierkraft has to offer. We will be shucking oysters and pouring unique & fresh cask beers in the backyard, starting Saturday at noon, through the rest of the weekend, during our normal business hours. This is a first-come, first-served event, so no tickets or reservations! Tell your friends!

Location: Bierkraft Hours: 12pm to 12am Phone: (718) 230-7600 URL: http://www.facebook.com/events/312525038876259/

April 27, 2013 - Hastings, Nebraska, United States
Downtown Do the Brew!
Downtown “Do the Brew is a craft beer tasting event featuring 100 different craft beers from more than 40 different state, regional and national breweries. The purpose of the event is to bring the unique tastes of craft beers to Hastings area residents and raise money for the Hastings Community Arts Council. Only 700 tickets will be sold to this year’s event. This is a 21 and over event! The event will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Hastings City Auditorium located at 400 N. Hastings Avenue, Hastings, NE. Doors open at 4:00 pm and beer tasting stops at 8:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce, Murphy’s Wagon Wheel and WineStyles or online at www.downtowndothebrew.com. Tickets are priced at $25.00 in advance and $30 at the door. Your ticket includes admission to the event, a commemorative “DO the BREW” tasting glass and four hours of craft beer tasting. Food vendors will be on hand and food will be sold at an additional cost and WineStyles of Hastings will be providing a selection of wines at an additional cost. Proceeds from this event go to help fund the Hastings Community Arts Council. The purpose of the Hastings Community Arts Council is to nurture, promote, coordinate and celebrate arts, artists and culture in the greater Hastings area.

Location: Hastings City Auditorium Hours: 4pm to 8pm Admission: $25 advance, $30 at the door Phone: 402-461-8415 Email: bidcra@windstream.net URL: http://www.downtowndothebrew.com/

April 27, 2013 - Portland, Oregon, United States
German Fest
The 3rd annual GermanFest will be held on Saturday, April 27th and will feature German style beers brewed by Oregon breweries. General admission begins at 4 PM.

Location: Bailey's Taproom Hours: 4pm to 11:30pm Admission: $25 advance Phone: (503) 295-1004 URL: http://www.baileystaproom.com/

April 27, 2013 - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Great Vegas Festival of Beer
The Great Vegas Festival of Beer returns for its third year, expanding to the beautifully-renovated lakeside grounds at Sunset Park. Sample from our selection of over 200 craft beers, enjoy live music all day and fill up on good eats from local restaurants and vendors. The Great Vegas Festival of Beer has grown to be Nevada’s largest celebration of craft beer from local, regional and international breweries and will cater to over 5,000 brew fans this year. Visit http://greatvegasbeer.com for full event details. Presented by Motley Brews with Land Rover, Mark-Taylor Residential and Whole Foods.

Location: Sunset Park Hours: 3pm to 7pm Admission: $30 general admission, $40 at the door. (888)71-TICKETS (84253). Email: lee@motleybrews.com URL: http://www.greatvegasbeer.com/

April 27, 2013 - Grove City, Ohio, United States
Grove City Lions Club Craft Beer Fest
The Grove City Lions Club Spring Craft Beer Fest is a fund raiser being held on April 27, 2013 at Beulah Park in Grove City Ohio from 2 to 6 p.m. Cost is $35 pre-sale or $40 at the door for 20, 4 oz. samples. Funds raised by our event will be used to purchase a Guide Dog for a local sight impaired individual through the Pilot Dog organization Other highlights of our event are: ◾Over 120 varieties of Craft Beers from around the world. ◾Silent auction. ◾Held in the historic Upper Club House of Beulah Park ◾We appreciate Designated Drivers, and there will be a $5 admission fee for each DD entitling them to unlimited soda, a food voucher and a complimentary sampling glass.

Location: Upper Club House of Beulah Park Racetrack Hours: 2pm to 6pm Admission: $35 pre-sale, $40 at the door Contact: Dave Dildine Phone: 614-565-0995 Email: dave@dave-dildine.com URL: http://springcraftbeerfest.com/

April 27, 2013 - Buford, Georgia, United States
Lake Lanier Music Beach & Brew Fest
The Lake Lanier Music Beach and Brew Festival (Lake Lanier Music & Beer Fest) is excited to move to our new location on the beaches & boardwalk of Sunset Cove on Lake Lanier Islands! Come by car (Your ticket includes fee admission and parking on the island) or come by Boat and dock at one of the islands over 200 boat slips We are stepping the event up this year! This is going to be a party folks! Think Jimmy Buffett holds a Beer Festival! With beach games and more. In addition to unlimited samples of 0ver 200 beers between 1:00pm and 5:00pm, Festival attendees will enjoy a exciting fun filled spring day on the beaches of Lake Lanier Islands with games and top local area bands hosted by industry leading DJ/Entertainer Gary! Also on hand we will have amazing food and merchandise from over 20 vendors. Don’t miss out on your turn in the photo booth or your chance to win one of many prizes valued at up to $300.00 on our prize wheel! - Everyone Gets a Turn! This is a rain or shine event! Come early grab launch and plan to stay late as the Island comes alive at night with The Sunset Cove Spring Season Kickoff Party with great food drinks and music continuing into the night!

Location: Sunset Cove - Lake Lanier Islands Hours: 1pm to 5pm Admission: $48 day of admission Contact: Matthew Dial Phone: 678-642-2973 Email: matt@thrivemediapartners.com URL: http://www.lakelanierbeerfest.com/

April 27, 2013 - Quakertown, Pennsylvania, United States
McCooles Beer Festival
Please join us on April 27th, 2013 for our Spring Beer Festival being held at McCoole's Arts and Events on 10 S. Main Street in Quakertown, PA just minutes from Philadelphia and Allentown. Enjoy unlimited samples of over 70 unique beers, live music on two stages, great food and craft vendors, play beer pong and trivia for prizes or enter our home brew competition. There are two sessions to choose from running 12 to 4 and 5 to 9 P.M. and there is plenty of free parking located nearby with a complimentary shuttle to bring you back and forth. Discounted rooms are available at the Best Western a block from the event. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door if available. Designated driver tickets are also available. For tickets and more information please visit our website or find us one facebook.

Location: McCooles Arts and Events Hours: 12pm to 9pm Admission: $35 advance ($40 at the door if available) Contact: Jeff Martin Phone: (215) 538-1776 Email: jeffm@mccoolesbeerfest.com URL: http://www.mccoolesbeerfest.com/

April 27, 2013 - Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Northwest Beer Fest
oin us for our 5th Annual Northwest Beerfest April 27th from 4 -8 p.m.! Sponsored by Gordy's Valley Spirits and Chippewa Falls Hockey Association Description Come sample hundreds of beers from over 30 breweries. Ticket price includes: Beer Sampling, Meal Ticket, 1 Raffle Ticket and a Commemorative Glass

Location: Chippewa Area Ice Arena Hours: 4pm to 12am Admission: $35 per person, available at all Gordy’s Locations, Chippewa Falls Hockey Association Members or at door day of event. Organization: All proceeds to benefit the Chippewa Area Ice Arena Contact: Andrew Baldeshwiler Phone: (715) 726-2505 Email: andrewb@gordysinc.com URL: http://www.facebook.com/#!/northwestbeerfest

April 27, 2013 - Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Rock & Hops Fest 2013
Blind Pigeon Records is teaming up with Tröegs Brewing Company to bring you TEN bands and TEN Tröegs brews, including a few selections from their experimental Scratch Beer Series. This is an all-weather event and will be moved inside if it rains.

Location: Deer Lake Pub Hours: 12pm to 10pm Admission: Admission to the event is $10. Contact: Bill Whalen Email: whalenrocks@hotmail.com URL: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/189607421186292/

April 27, 2013 - New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States
The Sour & the Funky
For the second year, House of 1000 Beers is throwing our "mini-festival" of sour & wild ales as part of Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week. Two sessions this year so you're not belly to belly. Call or stop by The House to reserve your spot.

Location: House of 1000 Beers Hours: 1pm to 8pm Phone: (724) 337-7666 URL: http://www.houseof1000beers.com/

April 27, 2013 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
15th Annual Manayunk Brewing Company Brew Fest
Join in the Area's Longest Standing Brew Fest! Manayunk Brewing Company's 15th Annual Brew Fest Home Brew to Pro Brew - 4 Hour Craft Beer Tasting Extravaganza More than 50 unique craft beers from around the globe 1 Session | Over 21 Event (must provide ID day of event) | Rain or Shine Free Sampling Glass Provided Keystone Homebrew Supply will be on site demonstrating the brewing process and will have Home Brew Kits available for sale! Featuring Home Brewed Beer by Barley Legal

Location: Manayunk Brewery and Restaurant Hours: 1pm to 5pm Admission: $45 (online) Phone: (215) 482-8220 URL: http://www.manayunkbrewery.com/

April 28, 2013 to April 28, 2013 - Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Beer Bull and Oyster Roast
Join GiveCorps & Heavy Seas Alehouse for our first ever Beer, Bull & Oyster Roast on Sunday, April 28th from Noon to 5pm. Enjoy Heavy Seas Beer, Pit Beef, Oysters and more while soaking up the fine Baltimore Spring sunshine in our beer garden. Or enjoy the great indoors and watch the O's play the Oakland A's. We'll have silent auctions and raffles too. Rumor has it that we'll be raffling off a private dinner with Chef….. All of this while helping to raise money for 2 great causes! The Oyster Recovery Program and Moveable Feast! $55.00

Location: Heavy Seas Alehouse 1300 Bank St, Baltimore, MD 21231 Hours: 12pm-5pm Admission: $55 Contact: Vince Cassino Phone: 410-522-0850 Email: socialmedia@heavyseasalehouse.com