Selected Events (from The Real Beer Page's events database, and beyond!) - March 2007
March 3, 2007 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Philly Craft Beer Fest
Over 45 small craft breweries will take over the Navy Yard in Philadelphia for the inaugural Philly Craft Beer Fest. With over 120 different beers available for tasting, this event has been created to celebrate and promote the great quality and diversity of quality craft beers being brewed today. The beers will come from breweries such as Rogue and Deschutes (Oregon), Boulder (Colorado), Unibroue and Sleeman (Canada), Ommegang and Southampton (NY), Lagunitas and Stone (California) as well as special local offerings from Victory, Flying Fish, Dogfish Head, Yards and Nodding Head. There will be plenty of water and food, great live music, special demonstrations and entertaining diversions.
Location: The Philadelphia Cruise Terminal The Navy Yard is located about 100 yards off exits from 95 or 76. 5100 South Broad St. Hours: 12PM to 4PM & 6PM to 10PM Admission: Online: $35 - At the door: $40 - Designated Driver: $10 - Parking: $10
Phone: (631) 957-7035
URL: www.phillycraftbeerfest.com
March 10, 2007 - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii's Big Island, Hawaii, United States
Kona Brewers Festival
The Kona Brewers Festival celebrates its 12th year on Saturday, March 10, 2007, with 30 Hawaii and mainland breweries serving 60 types of beer and chefs from 25 local restaurants preparing tropical culinary creations. Toe-tapping bluegrass, Hawaiian and rock music, a "trash fashion show" and hula round out the day. The event raises funds for environmental and cultural organizations. Tickets are $45 and include event glass, eight beer tickets and unlimited food.
Location: King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Luau Grounds Hours: 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Admission: $45 Organization: Kona Brewers Festival/ Bill Healy Foundation Contact: Lara Mackey Phone: 808-331-3033 Email: info@konabrewersfestival.com
March 24, 2007 - Timonium, Maryland, United States
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ
Try the best brews from many local Maryland Breweries, the finest bourbons and the tastiest BBQ! Live music from Kelly Bell Band and Mr. Wilson, featuring a heated cigar tent and bourbon tasting lessons!
Location: MD State Fairgrounds Hours: Noon-8pm Admission: Tickets $18 in advance and $20 on site. Organization: Meals on Wheels Contact: Kat Arnold Phone: 410-769-8223 Email: karnold@mooreamarketing.com
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