Overview
The Great Vegas Festival of Beer is held at The Downtown Las Vegas Events Center in the heart of DTLV. A full day of beer tasting and food sampling.
Location
- Address: 200 S 3rd St Las Vegas, NV 89101 US
- Venue: The Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
Date & Time
- Date: Sat, 06 Apr 2024
About this Event
The Great Vegas Festival of Beer is one of the largest beer festivals in Nevada, hosted annually in Las Vegas. Organized by Motley Brews, the event celebrates the vibrant craft beer culture, showcasing a wide selection of beers from local, national, and international breweries. It offers attendees an opportunity to explore hundreds of different craft beers in a festive atmosphere filled with entertainment, music, and food.
Downtown Las Vegas Events Center is a state-of-the-art, fully turfed facility complete with a full concert-style stage, restroom trailers for all attendees, an elevated VIP area complete with cabanas and seating, and so much more.
The festival footprint this year will expand to include outside streets and lots, expanding its size to include 200,000 SF of space and maintain the street festival feel that is truly Great Vegas.
Highlights of the Great Vegas Festival of Beer:
- Beer Tasting: The festival features an extensive range of craft beers, including unique brews, seasonal favorites, and specialty releases, providing a comprehensive tasting experience.
- Culinary Offerings: Food is a significant part of the festival, with gourmet food trucks and local restaurants offering a variety of dishes designed to pair well with the beer selections. Some editions of the festival also include a Gastropub, where chefs pair dishes with specific brews.
- Entertainment and Activities: Live music, games, and interactive activities add to the lively atmosphere of the festival, making it a fun and engaging experience for everyone.
- Mad Craft Experience: An exclusive event within the festival, the Mad Craft Experience, celebrates innovation in craft beer and culinary arts, featuring a competition among brewers and chefs.
The festival not only aims to celebrate craft beer but also to support the local community. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales is often donated to local non-profit organizations, contributing to various causes within the Las Vegas area.