The Toronado always puts on a good show with their Barley Wine Fest and this year's should be no different. Expect a wide variety of barleywines, the vast majority of which will be available on tap, and if you go on the first day, be prepared for crowds all day and all of the night. (For a significantly less frenetic experience, wait until Sunday afternoon.)
Location: 547 Haight Street Hours: 11:30 AM to 2:00 AM Daily Admission: Free Organization:Toronado Phone: (415) 863-2276 Web: www.toronado.com
February 17, 2007 - Mesa, Arizona, United States
7th annual Arizona Strong Beer Festival
A tasting of strong beers (and others) from Arizona breweries and guest breweries around the Southwest and California. Food will be available at the festival and musical entertainment will be provided by the 2 Tone Lizard Kings.
Location: Mesa Amphitheatre 201 N. Center St. Hours: 1pm - 6pm (Last pour @ 5:30) Admission: $25 adv - $35 at door Organization: Arizona Craft Brewers Web: http://www.azbrewguild.com/content/festivals.php
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March 10, 2007 to March 11, 2007 - Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
The Atlantic City Beer Festival
The 2nd annual Atlantic City Beer Festival will feature over 200 beers from around the globe, live music and entertainment, beer merchandise, games and prizes. It's estimated that over 10,000 people will attend this year, although with over 80,000 square feet of show space, crowding shouldn't be a problem. This is quickly becoming one of the east coasts favorite beer events, so don't forget to get your tickets early.
Location: The Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Miss America Way, Atlantic City Hours: Session 1 - noon to 4:30; Session 2 - 6:00 pm to 10:30; Session 3 - 1:00 pm to 5:30 Admission: $30 at the door; $25 in advance Organization: Unsuited Entertainment Contact: Jon Henderson Phone: 800.975.6369 Email: jon@celebrationofthesuds.com
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