Brew News: GABF Tickets, Springs Beer Fest and More
It's been awhile since we've done some news about what's going on in our local beer world, but don't worry, we haven't forgotten about you! Now that we're into the last month of summer, we're getting back into the weekly event posts.
Wednesday, July 29
Great American Beer Festival Tickets On SaleAt 10am sharp, the Ticketmaster site goes live for general admission tickets to this year's Great American Beer Festival. [Ticketmaster]
Venetucci Pumpkin Patch Weeding
Hey Venetucci Pumpkin Ale lovers!Bristol Brewing be going out into the fields at Venetucci Farm this Wednesday from 8-10 a.m. to weed the pumpkin patch, and we would love your help! The first 25 volunteers to sign up will get their names on the pre-sale list for two bottles of this year's Venetucci Pumpkin Ale. [More info and Sign up here]
Test Tap Wednesday at Fieldhouse
Travis and Niki will be tapping the last of their IPA month test taps. This week, check out their Zythos/Nugget IPA. We really have enjoyed some of the hoppy concoctions that Travis has brewed up this month! Remember, it taps at 5pm and usually goes quick!
Founders Night at JAKs Brewing
From their original email:Founders,Are you ready for your own night? We have decided to show you our loyalty as you have so graciously shown us. The last Wednesday of every month will be our Founder's Mug Club Wednesdays!! This night will be solely for the mug club members and we will provide some munchies for everyone to snack on. This is a great time to get to know one another and share some war stories over a 20 Ounce Brew. This will also be a time for you to sample or newest beers before it hits the general public! Our first night is 29 July from 5-9ish! Thank you all for your loyalty and lets get AGGRESSIVE!
Saturday, August 1
Springs Beer Fest
Enjoy a fun-filled day of bottomless, fresh, craft beer samplings from over 55 "Notable Craft Brewers". Join 4,000 beer enthusiasts for an afternoon of live music, local vendors, and local fare from food trucks and area restaurants. [Get tickets here]
Gold Camp Homebrew Competition Results
Ben and the gang at Gold Camp will be releasing the results of their first homebrew competition at 2pm. First place gets to brew their beer at Gold Camp and put it on tap. 2nd and 3rd place will receive gift certificates.
Farther in the future
A Brew Festival returns to Manitou!
Join The Manitou Springs Heritage Center for music, fun and of course great beer and help support the preservation of Manitou Springs history! The Fest is Saturday October 3rd from 1pm to 5pm in Memorial Park,Manitou Springs CO. [Info and Tickets here][mc4wp_form]