Craft beer festivals exist across the United States and most every state has at least one festival that serves as its signature event. In the state of Maryland, that must- attend occasion is the Maryland Craft Beer Festival, scheduled for Saturday, May 14 2016 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Carroll Creek Linear Park in downtown Frederick. Presented by the Brewers Association of Maryland, this celebration of Maryland beer will include beer from 44 different breweries, including a sneak peek of beers from two breweries that have not yet opened to the public. More than 175 beers will be available for sampling, along with live musical entertainment, food, and art.
Here is the food and entertainment rundown:
Food vendors at the Maryland Craft beer Festival include BricknFire Pizza Company, Slainte Irish Pub & Restaurant, Carnivore BBQ, Greek on the Street and Norton’s Italian Ice.
Featured bands playing on the Main Stage include DarcyDawn & Co., Framing Clinton Band and Big Hoax Band and the acoustic stage will feature some of the best local talent.
Transportation to and from the event will be provided by BAM Buses providing an all- inclusive roundtrip tour including VIP tickets to the fest with four pick-up and drop-off locations: Jailbreak Brewing Company in Laurel, Heavy Seas Taproom in Halethorpe, Union Craft Brewing in Baltimore and Denizens Brewing Co. in Silver Spring (pick-up will be at 10:45 am and drop-off will be no later than 6 pm).
Tickets to the Maryland Craft Beer Festival are ONLY available in advance; general admission is $40.00 for adults, $10.00 for designated drivers and youth (12-21) and kids under 12 are free. On site metered street parking will be available and there are several nearby city parking garages. For more information, log onto www.mdcraftbeerfestival.com or call 410-252-9463.
The 2016 Maryland Craft Beer Festival was created in partnership with the City of Frederick, Downtown Frederick Partnership, The Frederick News Post, and MissionTix. Here is a wrap up of festival facts:
WHAT: Maryland Craft Beer Festival, Presented by the Brewers Association of Maryland
WHEN: Saturday, May 14, 2016, from 12-5 pm
WHERE: Carroll Creek Linear Park in Downtown Frederick, 44 South Market Street
TICKETS: $40.00 for adults/general admission; $60 for BAM Bus (includes VIP access!); $10.00 for designated drivers or youth (ages 12-21). Children under 12 are free
MORE INFO: For more information or to purchase tickets, log onto www.mdcraftbeerfestival.com or call 410-252-9463
About the Brewers Association of Maryland
The Brewers Association of Maryland, founded in 1996, is the non-profit trade association representing Maryland brewing companies. The mission of the Brewers Association of Maryland is to promote, protect and grow Maryland beer through marketing, advocacy and education. There are presently more than 40 licensed breweries in Maryland. For more information on this organization, log onto www.marylandbeer.org or call 410-252-9463.
The brewing industry in Maryland dates back to the American colonial period, when the first brewing company in the colony opened in the mid-1600s. With a rich brewing history of over 300 years, the Brewers Association of Maryland is committed to continuing the proud tradition of crafting world-class beer in the Old Line State. Maryland craft breweries continue to grow and support local communities, from small business owners to the family farm.