German Traditions, Exclusive Beer Hall Releases And Fun For The Whole Family<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
PRESS RELEASE \/ May 6, 2025 (Framingham, MA) \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Jack\u2019s Abby<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0celebrates the arrival of spring with their yearly\u00a0Maifest\u00a0event.\u00a0Maifest\u00a0is a traditional German festival to celebrate the beginning of spring and is the counterpart to the legendary Oktoberfest celebration.<\/p>\nJack\u2019s Abby annual\u00a0Maifest\u00a0celebration includes traditions such as cask tapping, decorating the Maypole with colorful ribbons and flowers, live music, dancing, and\u00a0Maifest\u00a0King & Queen competition.<\/p>\n
The kitchen at Jack\u2019s Abby is also in celebration mode, creating menu additions that reflect the festival\u2019s roots in German communities. Guests can expect: pork knuckle with German potato salad and sauerkraut. German chocolate cake, potato pancakes, cheesy spaetzle and Flammkuchen pizza.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nJack\u2019s Abby is releasing three beer hall exclusives for\u00a0Maifest:<\/p>\n
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Maifest \u2013 a Festbier lager featuring Pilsner malt and noble hops for a sweet and balanced taste. ABV 5.8%.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Maibock Hurts Like Helles \u2013 Brewing things the old school way is \u201cbock\u201d breaking work. Maibock Hurts Like Helles is a take on a traditional Helles Bock. This unfiltered, golden lager is exceptionally drinkable for its strength. A light noble hop character balances the smooth sweet finish. ABV 6.5%<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Ratskeller Kellerbier \u2013 This is an insiders\u2019 lager named after underground bars of Germany. It\u2019s unfiltered, golden and brewed for the people. ABV 5.0%<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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This year\u00a0Maifest\u00a0is packed with fun activities for the whole family including flower crown making, balloon animals and a petting zoo.<\/p>\n
Maifest\u00a0will be held on the expansive Jack\u2019s Abby patio. In the event of rain,\u00a0Maifest\u00a0will be inside the Jack\u2019s Abby Beer Hall.<\/p>\n
All are welcome! Dirndls and lederhosen encouraged!<\/p>\n
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WHERE:\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 Jack\u2019s Abby<\/p>\n
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WHEN:\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Friday, May 16 \u2013 Sunday, May 18<\/p>\n
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OTHER:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The event is free to attend.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0For more information, please visit:\u00a0https:\/\/jacksabby.com\/m\u00a0<\/p>\n
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<\/a>About Jack\u2019s Abby<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nFounded in 2011 by three brothers, Jack, Eric, and Sam Hendler, Jack\u2019s Abby has become an award winning mainstay of the craft brewing scene in the Northeast and nationwide. The Hendler brothers grew up in a family that promoted entrepreneurship and hard work. Spending summers with their grandfather and working at the family\u2019s ice distribution company, they learned the value of committed family members and loyal employees\u2014the foundation on which Jack\u2019s Abby is based. Since opening, the brewery has tripled in size and is only continuing to grow. Visit the brewery and Beer Hall & Kitchen, have a pint, and some fresh wood-fired pizza, and learn more. For more information, visit\u00a0www.jacksabby.com<\/a>\u00a0and follow along on Instagram at\u00a0https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/
Jack\u2019s Abby annual\u00a0Maifest\u00a0celebration includes traditions such as cask tapping, decorating the Maypole with colorful ribbons and flowers, live music, dancing, and\u00a0Maifest\u00a0King & Queen competition.<\/p>\n
The kitchen at Jack\u2019s Abby is also in celebration mode, creating menu additions that reflect the festival\u2019s roots in German communities. Guests can expect: pork knuckle with German potato salad and sauerkraut. German chocolate cake, potato pancakes, cheesy spaetzle and Flammkuchen pizza.<\/p>\n
Jack\u2019s Abby is releasing three beer hall exclusives for\u00a0Maifest:<\/p>\n Maifest \u2013 a Festbier lager featuring Pilsner malt and noble hops for a sweet and balanced taste. ABV 5.8%.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Maibock Hurts Like Helles \u2013 Brewing things the old school way is \u201cbock\u201d breaking work. Maibock Hurts Like Helles is a take on a traditional Helles Bock. This unfiltered, golden lager is exceptionally drinkable for its strength. A light noble hop character balances the smooth sweet finish. ABV 6.5%<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ratskeller Kellerbier \u2013 This is an insiders\u2019 lager named after underground bars of Germany. It\u2019s unfiltered, golden and brewed for the people. ABV 5.0%<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n This year\u00a0Maifest\u00a0is packed with fun activities for the whole family including flower crown making, balloon animals and a petting zoo.<\/p>\n Maifest\u00a0will be held on the expansive Jack\u2019s Abby patio. In the event of rain,\u00a0Maifest\u00a0will be inside the Jack\u2019s Abby Beer Hall.<\/p>\n All are welcome! Dirndls and lederhosen encouraged!<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n WHERE:\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 Jack\u2019s Abby<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0100 Clinton Street<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Framingham, MA<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0www. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 (774) 777-5085<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n WHEN:\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Friday, May 16 \u2013 Sunday, May 18<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Starting at noon<\/p>\n OTHER:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The event is free to attend.<\/p>\n \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0For more information, please visit:\u00a0https:\/\/jacksabby.com\/m \u00a0<\/p>\n Founded in 2011 by three brothers, Jack, Eric, and Sam Hendler, Jack\u2019s Abby has become an award winning mainstay of the craft brewing scene in the Northeast and nationwide. The Hendler brothers grew up in a family that promoted entrepreneurship and hard work. Spending summers with their grandfather and working at the family\u2019s ice distribution company, they learned the value of committed family members and loyal employees\u2014the foundation on which Jack\u2019s Abby is based. Since opening, the brewery has tripled in size and is only continuing to grow. Visit the brewery and Beer Hall & Kitchen, have a pint, and some fresh wood-fired pizza, and learn more. For more information, visit\u00a0www.jacksabby.com<\/a>\u00a0and follow along on Instagram at\u00a0https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n
<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a>About Jack\u2019s Abby<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n