Massachusetts Craft Brewers Festival Returns April 26, 2025<\/i><\/strong><\/h4>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
PRESS RELEASE \/ January 22, 2025 (Boston, MA) \u2013\u00a0The year was 1933, and America was ready to raise a glass. After 13 long, dry years of Prohibition, the taps opened once more, unleashing a wave of creativity and craftsmanship that redefined brewing. This wasn\u2019t just about beer\u2014it was about freedom, innovation, and reclaiming a beloved tradition.<\/p>\n
Small, family-run breweries sprang up like wildflowers across the country and the Commonwealth. These independent brewers weren\u2019t churning out generic lagers; they were artists, blending old-world techniques with new-world ingenuity to craft beers overflowing with flavor and character.<\/p>\n
Fast forward to today, and that same spirit of independence thrives\u2014230+ breweries strong in Massachusetts. Join us on\u00a0Saturday, April 26,<\/strong>\u00a0at Boston\u2019s Center for the Arts, Cyclorama, for the Massachusetts Craft Brewers Festival, where we\u2019ll raise a glass to the past and toast to a future of vibrant, free-flowing craft beer!<\/p>\nTwo Sessions:<\/strong><\/p>\nSession 1: 1 \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Session 2: 5 \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on Tap?<\/strong><\/p>\nDiscover more than 40 Massachusetts craft breweries, pouring their finest beers along with a limited number of kombucha, seltzers and ciders (this is first and foremost a beer festival). This isn\u2019t just a tasting\u2014it\u2019s a tribute to the artistry, independence, and innovation of local brewing.<\/p>\n
More Than a Festival:<\/strong><\/p>\nEvery sip supports the Mass Brewers Guild, a grassroots organization championing the rights, freedoms, and passions of our craft brewers. This is an event for brewers, by brewers, and the ultimate gathering for craft beer enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
Ticket Details:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nGeneral Admission: $55 (includes unlimited beer samples).<\/p>\n
Designated Drivers\/Non-Drinkers: $10.<\/p>\n
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit massbrewersguild.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLet\u2019s toast to the past, present, and future of craft beer. Get your tickets now before they\u2019re history!<\/p>\n
Breweries Pouring:<\/u><\/strong>
<\/strong>Altruist Brewing Company<\/p>\nAntimony Brewing<\/p>\n
Arlington Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Bay State Brewery<\/p>\n
Bent Water Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Bright Ideas Brewing<\/p>\n
Brockton Beer Co.<\/p>\n
Castle Island Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Coastal Mass. Brewing<\/p>\n
Dirigible Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Flying Dreams Brewing<\/p>\n
Forty Second Brew Co.<\/p>\n
Harpoon Brewery<\/p>\n
Hot Plate Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Idle Hands Craft Ales<\/p>\n
Jack\u2019s Abby<\/p>\n
KrafTea Kombucha Co<\/p>\n
Lord Hobo Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company<\/p>\n
Medusa Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Mighty Squirrel<\/p>\n
Night Shift<\/p>\n
Oakholm Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Penny Pinchers Brewing Co<\/p>\n
Pigeon Cove Ferments<\/p>\n
Rockport Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Roundhead Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Rushford & Sons Brewhouse<\/p>\n
Samuel Adams<\/p>\n
Start Line Brewing<\/p>\n
Stellwagen Beer Company<\/p>\n
The Brewery at Four Star Farms<\/p>\n
Timberyard<\/p>\n
Tree House<\/p>\n
True West Brewing Co.<\/p>\n
Twisted Fate Brewing<\/p>\n
Vanished Valley Brewing<\/p>\n
Wormtown Brewery<\/p>\n
Step right up, folks! It\u2019s the lowdown on the big event, 1930s-style!<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat\u2019s the scoop on COVID policies?<\/strong>
Well, Boston\u2019s playing it easy breezy\u2014no restrictions here! Masks? A-OK if you prefer, but they\u2019re not required. We\u2019ve got hand sanitizing stations aplenty, so no excuses for dirty mitts. Feeling under the weather? Stay home, rest up, and test before you come back to paint the town red.<\/p>\nWhat\u2019s in it for me once I\u2019m inside?<\/strong>
Why, unlimited beer samples, of course! Drink responsibly and sip like a sophisticate, not a sap.<\/p>\nIs there a beer list? A map?<\/strong>
You bet your bottom dollar! Just look above\u2014it\u2019s all there for your perusal.<\/p>\nCan I grab tickets at the door?<\/strong>
Absolutely! But listen, kid, don\u2019t dawdle\u2014grab those tickets in advance. We take cash or credit, no IOUs!<\/p>\nWill there be music?<\/strong>
You better believe it, old sport! A jazzy band will be swinging so sweet, your feet won\u2019t know what hit \u2018em. It\u2019s the real McCoy\u2014don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\nCan I leave and come back?<\/strong>
Once you scram, that\u2019s it\u2014no re-entry, see? Plan accordingly.<\/p>\nCan I bring my dog?<\/strong>
Sorry, Fido\u2019s gotta sit this one out. Only service animals in proper getup are allowed\u2014rules are rules, pal.<\/p>\nCan I bring my kid in a stroller or carrier?<\/strong>
Sorry, junior\u2019s got to stay home. This shindig\u2019s strictly for the grown-ups.<\/p>\nWhat if it rains?<\/strong>
Rain, schmain\u2014The Cyclorama\u2019s fully enclosed and comfy as can be. Just bring a little cover for waiting in line.<\/p>\nCan I bring outside snacks or drinks?<\/strong>
Pretzel necklaces and munchies? Sure thing! Sealed water bottles or empty canteens are welcome too\u2014hydration\u2019s the bee\u2019s knees.<\/p>\nWhat kind of grub will be there?<\/strong>
Get ready for tasty treats from The Sausage Guy and Wild Fox Pierogis\u2014yum city!<\/p>\nWill there be gluten-free options like cider or seltzer?<\/strong>
A few ciders, seltzers and\u00a0Kombuchas\u00a0will be in the mix, but remember, this bash is all about the beer, folks.<\/p>\nWhat about non-drinkers or expecting mothers?<\/strong>
We\u2019ve got a designated driver ticket for just $10\u2014perfect for pals who want to join the fun without tipping a glass.<\/p>\nAre there restrooms?<\/strong>
You betcha! Real, honest-to-goodness flushable bathrooms await\u2014luxury at its finest.<\/p>\nSo dust off your glad rags and join us for a roaring good time\u2014it\u2019s gonna be the cat\u2019s meow!<\/p>\n
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<\/a>About The Massachusetts Brewers Guild<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nFounded in 2007 by a group of committed and passionate brewers, the Massachusetts Brewers Guild serves as the collective voice for brewers on Beacon Hill while also providing marketing and educational resources for breweries across the state. Promotion and protection are at the forefront of the Massachusetts Brewers Guild\u2019s work. Despite the success of the craft beer industry, brewers face many challenges including access to market, cost of raw materials and ingredients, and operation in a highly regulated and taxed industry making protection an essential component of the organization\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n
Two Sessions:<\/strong><\/p>\n Session 1: 1 \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Session 2: 5 \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n What\u2019s on Tap?<\/strong><\/p>\n Discover more than 40 Massachusetts craft breweries, pouring their finest beers along with a limited number of kombucha, seltzers and ciders (this is first and foremost a beer festival). This isn\u2019t just a tasting\u2014it\u2019s a tribute to the artistry, independence, and innovation of local brewing.<\/p>\n More Than a Festival:<\/strong><\/p>\n Every sip supports the Mass Brewers Guild, a grassroots organization championing the rights, freedoms, and passions of our craft brewers. This is an event for brewers, by brewers, and the ultimate gathering for craft beer enthusiasts.<\/p>\n Ticket Details:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n General Admission: $55 (includes unlimited beer samples).<\/p>\n Designated Drivers\/Non-Drinkers: $10.<\/p>\n For more information or to purchase tickets, visit massbrewersguild.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Let\u2019s toast to the past, present, and future of craft beer. Get your tickets now before they\u2019re history!<\/p>\n Breweries Pouring:<\/u><\/strong> Antimony Brewing<\/p>\n Arlington Brewing Company<\/p>\n Bay State Brewery<\/p>\n Bent Water Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Bright Ideas Brewing<\/p>\n Brockton Beer Co.<\/p>\n Castle Island Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Coastal Mass. Brewing<\/p>\n Dirigible Brewing Company<\/p>\n Flying Dreams Brewing<\/p>\n Forty Second Brew Co.<\/p>\n Harpoon Brewery<\/p>\n Hot Plate Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Idle Hands Craft Ales<\/p>\n Jack\u2019s Abby<\/p>\n KrafTea Kombucha Co<\/p>\n Lord Hobo Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company<\/p>\n Medusa Brewing Company<\/p>\n Mighty Squirrel<\/p>\n Night Shift<\/p>\n Oakholm Brewing Company<\/p>\n Penny Pinchers Brewing Co<\/p>\n Pigeon Cove Ferments<\/p>\n Rockport Brewing Company<\/p>\n Roundhead Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Rushford & Sons Brewhouse<\/p>\n Samuel Adams<\/p>\n Start Line Brewing<\/p>\n Stellwagen Beer Company<\/p>\n The Brewery at Four Star Farms<\/p>\n Timberyard<\/p>\n Tree House<\/p>\n True West Brewing Co.<\/p>\n Twisted Fate Brewing<\/p>\n Vanished Valley Brewing<\/p>\n Wormtown Brewery<\/p>\n Step right up, folks! It\u2019s the lowdown on the big event, 1930s-style!<\/strong><\/p>\n What\u2019s the scoop on COVID policies?<\/strong> What\u2019s in it for me once I\u2019m inside?<\/strong> Is there a beer list? A map?<\/strong> Can I grab tickets at the door?<\/strong> Will there be music?<\/strong> Can I leave and come back?<\/strong> Can I bring my dog?<\/strong> Can I bring my kid in a stroller or carrier?<\/strong> What if it rains?<\/strong> Can I bring outside snacks or drinks?<\/strong> What kind of grub will be there?<\/strong> Will there be gluten-free options like cider or seltzer?<\/strong> What about non-drinkers or expecting mothers?<\/strong> Are there restrooms?<\/strong> So dust off your glad rags and join us for a roaring good time\u2014it\u2019s gonna be the cat\u2019s meow!<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Founded in 2007 by a group of committed and passionate brewers, the Massachusetts Brewers Guild serves as the collective voice for brewers on Beacon Hill while also providing marketing and educational resources for breweries across the state. Promotion and protection are at the forefront of the Massachusetts Brewers Guild\u2019s work. Despite the success of the craft beer industry, brewers face many challenges including access to market, cost of raw materials and ingredients, and operation in a highly regulated and taxed industry making protection an essential component of the organization\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Altruist Brewing Company<\/p>\n
Well, Boston\u2019s playing it easy breezy\u2014no restrictions here! Masks? A-OK if you prefer, but they\u2019re not required. We\u2019ve got hand sanitizing stations aplenty, so no excuses for dirty mitts. Feeling under the weather? Stay home, rest up, and test before you come back to paint the town red.<\/p>\n
Why, unlimited beer samples, of course! Drink responsibly and sip like a sophisticate, not a sap.<\/p>\n
You bet your bottom dollar! Just look above\u2014it\u2019s all there for your perusal.<\/p>\n
Absolutely! But listen, kid, don\u2019t dawdle\u2014grab those tickets in advance. We take cash or credit, no IOUs!<\/p>\n
You better believe it, old sport! A jazzy band will be swinging so sweet, your feet won\u2019t know what hit \u2018em. It\u2019s the real McCoy\u2014don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n
Once you scram, that\u2019s it\u2014no re-entry, see? Plan accordingly.<\/p>\n
Sorry, Fido\u2019s gotta sit this one out. Only service animals in proper getup are allowed\u2014rules are rules, pal.<\/p>\n
Sorry, junior\u2019s got to stay home. This shindig\u2019s strictly for the grown-ups.<\/p>\n
Rain, schmain\u2014The Cyclorama\u2019s fully enclosed and comfy as can be. Just bring a little cover for waiting in line.<\/p>\n
Pretzel necklaces and munchies? Sure thing! Sealed water bottles or empty canteens are welcome too\u2014hydration\u2019s the bee\u2019s knees.<\/p>\n
Get ready for tasty treats from The Sausage Guy and Wild Fox Pierogis\u2014yum city!<\/p>\n
A few ciders, seltzers and\u00a0Kombuchas\u00a0will be in the mix, but remember, this bash is all about the beer, folks.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve got a designated driver ticket for just $10\u2014perfect for pals who want to join the fun without tipping a glass.<\/p>\n
You betcha! Real, honest-to-goodness flushable bathrooms await\u2014luxury at its finest.<\/p>\n<\/a>About The Massachusetts Brewers Guild<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n