New York State Craft Brewers Festival
The New York State Craft Brewers Festival is coming to Albany for its 11th year!
What is the NYS Craft Brewers Festival?
The NYS Craft Brewers Festival brings together more than 50 breweries from all around the state to Albany for an evening of relishing in unique and award-winning brews.
What to expect at the NYS Craft Brewers Festival
Breweries from all areas of the state will be in attendance, highlighting the diversity in technique and flavor within New York State brewing. Of the nearly 50 attending, here’s a sneak peak:
Big Ditch Brewing Company from Buffalo
Eastwood Brewing Company from Syracuse
Common Roots Brewing Company from South Glen Falls
Rivertrail Beerworks from Saranac Lake
And more. View the full list here.
There’s not just beer though — plenty of food vendors will be offering up tasty treats. Grab food from Backyard Wood Fired Pizza & Catering, Diego’s Chocolate, Mr. D’s, Muddy Trail Jerky Co., Nothing Bundt Cakes, Slidin’ Dirty, Spacey Tracy’s Pickles, Stylin’ Franks Hot Dogs, The Ruck and more!
Tickets for the Craft Brewers Festival
Tickets are offered in three tiers, VIP, General Admission PLUS and General Admission.
VIP Tickets are $95 and include a Beer and Cheese pairing hosted by The Cheese Traveler and early entry.
General Admission PLUS are $65 in advance and grant early festival entry.
General Admission are $45 in advance.
Designated Driver tickets are available for $20 for those who will be coming along with friends.
When is the Craft Brewers Festival?
This gathering of breweries will be January 25, 2025 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm.
Where is the Craft Brewers Festival?
The event takes place at the Desmond Hotel in Albany.
Take Amtrak to the Craft Brewers Festival
For Directions to Albany-Rensselaer Station, click below.
Experience this exciting event via Amtrak to the Albany-Rensselaer Station in Albany-Rensselaer—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount!
Pick up your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car right at the Albany-Rensselaer Station. Click here to reserve your car or call the Albany-Rensselaer office today at: 518-427-3893.
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Hourly Schedule
Thursday
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
- 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday
- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday
- 9:00 am - 3:00 pm