Jun
14
Sat
Litchfield Hills Brewfest @ Ski Sundown
Jun 14 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Litchfield Hills Brewfest @ Ski Sundown | New Hartford | Connecticut | United States

New Hartford’s Ski Sundown will host the 14th-annual Litchfield Hills Brewfest on June 14, 2025. A variety of local craft beers, wines, ciders and spirits will be available for tasting along with eats from food truck vendors. Guests will also have the opportunity to win prizes through silent auctions and raffles. Sponsored by Torrington Savings Bank and Nejaime’s Fine Wine & Spirits, event proceeds will benefit St. Maron Church, Brooker Memorial, and Summit Adaptive Sports.

Jun
18
Wed
CPSA Annual Golf Tournament 2025 @ Whitney Farms Golf Course
Jun 18 all-day
CPSA Annual Golf Tournament 2025 @ Whitney Farms Golf Course | Monroe | Connecticut | United States

The Connecticut Package Stores Association (CPSA) will host its annual golf tournament at Whitney Farms Golf Club in Monroe on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Enjoy a day of golf, raffles and prizes with industry peers.

Jun
23
Mon
Connecticut Restaurant Association Annual Golf Classic 2025 @ Lyman Orchards Golf Club
Jun 23 all-day
Connecticut Restaurant Association Annual Golf Classic 2025 @ Lyman Orchards Golf Club | Middlefield | Connecticut | United States

Save the Date: Golf Classic 2025! The annual Connecticut Restaurant Association Golf Classic is coming up on Monday, June 23 and returns to Lyman Orchards in Middlefield for a day of golf, networking and culinary excellence on two picturesque courses. With multiple vendor activations, on-course food and drink sampling, and incredible visibility, it’s a prime opportunity to connect with more than 250 fellow industry leaders from across the state. Registration opening soon. Sponsorship opportunities available.  Follow the CRA on Instagram at @ctrestaurantassoc to stay tuned for more details. Visit ctrestaurant.org for more information and sponsorship opportunities. See last year’s highlights here.

Jun
24
Tue
July 2025 Beverage Journal Mails
Jun 24 @ 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm
Jul
1
Tue
RIHA Hospitality Summer Kickoff @ Narragansett Brewery
Jul 1 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
RIHA Hospitality Summer Kickoff @ Narragansett Brewery | Providence | Rhode Island | United States

The Rhode Island Hospitality Association will kick off the summer season with a Hospitality Summer Kickoff to celebrated the hospitality community. Hosted at Narragansett Brewery, guests will be treated to an evening of great food and refreshing drinks in support of the RI Hospitality Advocacy Fund.

Jul
17
Thu
Calvanese Foundation Beer and Wine Tasting Festival @ The Aqua Turf Club
Jul 17 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Calvanese Foundation Beer and Wine Tasting Festival @ The Aqua Turf Club | Southington | Connecticut | United States

The 16th annual Calvanese Foundation Beer & Wine Tasting Festival will take place at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville on July 17. The event benefits the Joe & Kay Calvanese Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals in the Southington community through donations to charitable causes, organizations and schools. Co-sponsored by Southington’s Worldwide Wine & Spirits, the event featured samples of beer, wine and spirits from more than 50 vendors, with VIP access to a separate Premier Tasting section offering tastes of high-end wine and spirits. Guests can pair beverage tastes with food by the Aqua Turf Club and several local food trucks. The Joe & Kay Calvanese Foundation, a 501(c)(3) since 1996, honors the legacy of the late Joe and Kay Calvanese, who founded the Aqua Turf Club, and their long-standing commitment to community.

Jul
20
Sun
Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Jul 20 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater | Bridgeport | Connecticut | United States

The Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest brings two of the best things in life – pizza and beer – together for a taste extravaganza at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport. Presented by Brown Roofing, guests will have the opportunity to sample beer from more than 20 local craft breweries in the event’s beer garden paired with pizza from the top Connecticut pizza trucks. More entertainment will include dough throwing contests, live music and shopping local vendors. Children under 12 months are admitted for free – no ticket necessary. Beer garden is open to 21+ only.

Jul
24
Thu
Rhode Island Monthly’s Best of Rhode Island @ WaterFire Arts Center
Jul 24 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Rhode Island Monthly's Best of Rhode Island @ WaterFire Arts Center | Providence | Rhode Island | United States

Rhode Island Monthly will host its annual Best of Rhode Island event at Providence’s WaterFire Arts Center on July 24. The annual event is a tribute to Rhode Island’s unique food and beverage venues and businesses, which are chosen by the public via Rhode Island Monthly’s online reader survey. Guests will enjoy dishes from the Ocean State’s best venues paired with beverage selections from local producers.

Aug
16
Sat
ShakesBeer Festival 2025 @ American Shakespeare Theater
Aug 16 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
ShakesBeer Festival 2025 @ American Shakespeare Theater | Stratford | Connecticut | United States
The ShakesBeer Festival is back, bringing craft beer and brewers to the grounds of the historic American Shakespeare Theater overlooking Long Island Sound. Tastes from more than 50 local craft breweries will be on tap. Entertainment will include live music, along with games and activities. Guests will also be able to purchase eats from local food trucks. Event is 21+. See last year’s highlights here.
Aug
23
Sat
Pawtucket Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival @ Centreville Bank Stadium
Aug 23 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Pawtucket Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival @ Centreville Bank Stadium | Pawtucket | Rhode Island | United States

The first Pawtucket Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival will take place at Centreville Bank Stadium on Aug. 23. More than 25 of Rhode Island and New England’s most popular food trucks will be on-site dishing out fan favorites while craft beer vendors pour a variety of brews from local, regional and national brands. There will also be live music and family friendly lawn games. This event is open to all ages. Children ages 10 will be admitted for free.