Oct
12
Sat
Crazy Brew Bash @ Mount Southington Ski Area
Oct 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

The 5th annual Crazy Brew Bash will take place at the Mount Southington Ski Area on October 12 featuring beer from more than 100 local craft breweries. Entertainment will include live music, a Bloody Mary contest, corn hole and more with eats from a variety of food truck vendors. Sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the REACH foundation,  a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children through educational programs and scholarships. VIP hour is 11 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. with general admission from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Oct
19
Sat
G.O.A.T. Brew & Wine Fest @ Dunkin' Donuts Park
Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The G.O.A.T. Brew Fest returns this year as the G.O.A.T. Brew & Wine Fest. Guests will have the chance to sample beer and wine from a variety of regional breweries and wineries along with food from Yard Goats concession stands and food truck vendors. Entertainment will include live music, mini golf and yard games such as Jenga, Connect Four and more. V.I.G. session is 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. General admission is 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

 

Nov
23
Sat
Elm City Brew Festival @ College Street Music Hall
Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The fifth-annual Elm City Brew Festival, featuring over 225 craft beers from over 60 craft breweries, returns to College Street Music Hall on November 23, 2019. Live entertainment will be provided by local musicians. Proceeds will benefit the New Haven Center for Performing Arts. This is a 21+ event. For more information and for tickets, click here.

VIP Hour 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., general admission  1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

See highlights from last year’s event here.

 

 

 

 

Sep
18
Sat
Crazy Brew Bash @ Mount Southington Ski Area
Sep 18 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Crazy Brew Bash @ Mount Southington Ski Area | Southington | Connecticut | United States

The 6th annual Crazy Brew Bash will take place at the Mount Southington Ski Area on Sept. 18 featuring hundreds of beers from more than 70 local craft breweries, along with select wines, spirits and seltzers. Entertainment will include live music, a Bloody Mary contest, corn hole and more with eats from a variety of food truck vendors. Sponsored by Crazy Bruce’s Liquors, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the REACH foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children through educational programs and scholarships. There will also be a toy drive at the event to collect new, unwrapped toys to donated to children in need this holiday season.

 

 

Oct
30
Sat
Small State Great Beer Festival @ Dillon Stadium
Oct 30 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Small State Great Beer Festival @ Dillon Stadium | Hartford | Connecticut | United States

The 2021 Small State Great Beer Festival will take place at Dillon Stadium in Hartford on Oct. 30, 2021. Hosted by Hartford Prints! in collaboration with Hartford Athletic, the annual event is a showcase of beer, cider and spirits from more than 30 Connecticut-based suppliers. Guests will have the opportunity for unlimited tasting during two general admission sessions and a VIP session throughout the day, along with food from local food truck vendors and a backdrop of live music. The event is 21+. See more information and purchase tickets here.

See past event coverage here.

First GA Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Session 2 VIP: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Session 2 GA: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

 

Apr
2
Sat
April Sours Beer Fest (Sold Out) @ Bad Sons Beer Co.
Apr 2 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

WHAT: Bad Sons Beer Co. presents the fourth annual April Sours Beer Fest, held in the Barrel Room at its brewery in Derby on April 2. The event will showcase sour beers from approximately 25 participating breweries.

WHEN: April 2, 2022
1:00pm – 5:00pm

WHERE: BAD SONS Beer Co.
251 Roosevelt Dr.
Derby, CT 06418.

May
14
Sat
Rising Pint Brewfest @ Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field
May 14 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Rising Pint Brewfest @ Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field | East Hartford | Connecticut | United States

The 11th annual Rising Pint Brewfest returns to Rentschler Field on May 14, with beer from more than 50 craft breweries on tap for guests, along with eats from popular food truck vendors, including Big Bad Wolf, Chompers, The Big Cheese, Hop Häus, Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza Shop, Big Enzo’s BBQ and Plan B Burger Bar. Bands Booyah and Live Bait will play live music throughout the event. Proceeds will benefit The Reach Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing assistance to children who are in need, physically, socially and financially through programs, advocacy and more. Event is 21+. No children or pets. Rain or shine, no refunds.

See more information and purchase tickets here.

See highlights from 2021 here.

Jun
11
Sat
Litchfield Hills Brewfest @ Ski Sundown
Jun 11 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Litchfield Hills Brewfest @ Ski Sundown | New Hartford | Connecticut | United States

The 11th Annual Litchfield Hills Brewfest will return to Ski Sundown in New Hartford on June 11, 2022. 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 Nejaime’s Fine Wine & Spirits in Watertown, event proceeds will benefit St. Maron Church, Brooker Memorial, and Adaptive Sports at Ski Sundown.

 

Sep
17
Sat
7th Annual Crazy Brew Bash @ Mount Southington Ski Area
Sep 17 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
7th Annual Crazy Brew Bash @ Mount Southington Ski Area | Southington | Connecticut | United States

The 7th annual Crazy Brew Bash will take place at the Mount Southington Ski Area on Sept. 17 featuring hundreds of beers from more than 70 local craft breweries, along with select wines, spirits and seltzers. Entertainment will include live music, a Bloody Mary contest, corn hole and more with eats from a variety of food truck vendors. Sponsored by Crazy Bruce’s Liquors, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the REACH foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children through educational programs and scholarships. There will also be a toy drive at the event to collect new, unwrapped toys to donated to children in need this holiday season. See last year’s highlights here.

Apr
15
Sat
Bad Sons Brewers Ball Home Brew Festival @ BADSONS Beer Co.
Apr 15 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bad Sons Brewers Ball Home Brew Festival @ BADSONS Beer Co. | Derby | Connecticut | United States

Bad Sons Beer Co., in cooperation with Smoke in the Valley, will host the annual Brewers Ball Home Brew Festival at its brewery in Derby on April 15, 2023. Guests will be treated to pours of more than 60 brews in a variety of styles with a chance to cast their votes for their favorites in the People’s Choice Competition. Food trucks will be on site, along with artisan vendors and games. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Seymour Cares Animal Shelter. See more information and purchase tickets here.