Name: Arizona Craft Beer Fest
Start: 2026-10-31
End: 2026-10-31

A Way Station is a point of respite and connection, a place where journeys intersect and stories unfold. At The Way Station Restaurant & Bar, this concept comes to life as we welcome you to a culinary haven. Like a traveler finding solace in a well-chosen stop, our restaurant becomes a refuge featuring an exquisite array of meticulously crafted dishes and beverage options combining creativity and tradition.

The Way Station Restaurant & Bar

Just steps to the Tempe Marketplace and Arizona State University, TownePlace Suites Tempe is one of the top-rated hotels in Tempe, AZ. Our new hotel near Phoenix International Airport, shares common spaces with its sister hotel, Fairfield Inn & Suites Tempe. We offer free parking, spacious accommodations, comfy beds, and upgraded kitchens. Start your day with a complimentary breakfast in our lobby. Immerse yourself in the past as The Way Station recreates the rugged charm of the Old West. Enjoy a vibrant experience that includes live music and dynamic DJ performances, complemented by an exciting lineup of events scheduled throughout the year. Dip in our refreshing outdoor pool, gather around our fire pit or work up a sweat in our 24/7 fitness center equipped with treadmills and cross-fit equipment. Plan a business or group event in our flexible meeting space and enjoy one of the most convenient hotels near MLB’s Sloan Park, Mayo Clinic’s Sports Medicine Center, and Mountain American Stadium.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tempe

Escapology is a high-adrenaline escape game where players are locked inside a themed room and must complete their mission before time runs out. During the 60-minute experience players are immersed into a real-life adventure where they must find hidden clues, crack codes, solve challenging puzzles and escape! In addition to our thrilling escape games, we offer an ideal venue for a variety of special events. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a corporate team-building event, or a holiday party, Escapology provides a unique and exciting setting that your guests will never forget. We also offer venue buyouts for larger groups, allowing exclusive access to our escape rooms and facilities. Our event packages are customizable, ensuring that each celebration is tailored to meet your specific needs and create a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Escapology Tempe

Churro Nest is a unique, Vietnamese-inspired dessert shop that offers guests an array of delicious beverages, specialty churros, and not-so-secret Vietnamese street food. Choose from a variety of hand-crafted churro creations, boba and coffee drinks, ice cream, and more at this sweet spot.

Churro Nest Tempe Marketplace

LEGENDARY FOOD & DRINK Looking for an incredible bar and amazing restaurant near you? Look no further than Dave & Buster's. We have amazing games and award-winning food and drinks. Come check us out! WE TAKE GAMEPLAY SERIOUSLY Whether you want to ‘play the hits’ or check out the latest in VR, our gameplay selections are second to none. Arcade, tabletop, air hockey or traditional gaming, Dave & Buster’s has it all. CELEBRATE YOUR FANHOOD The next best thing to being at the stadium is cheering on your favorite team while noshing on tasty gameday favorites. Grab a seat at your nearest Dave & Buster’s restaurant for great views and great food at the Dave & Buster’s bar near you. PARTY PLANNING MADE SIMPLE Let us do the cooking (and the dishes) while you simply have a great time. Let Dave & Buster’s take care of your next party or event for you. Make a reservation or contact a Party Planner today.

Dave & Buster’s Tempe Marketplace

Thirsty Lion serves a signature menu comprised of eclectic cuisines, with an emphasis on local ingredients and bold flavors. The “seasonal fresh sheets” will focus on featuring unique ingredients based on the time of year, including fresh seafood, quality meats and local vegetables and fruits. The bar will feature a large selection of craft beers on tap, many of which are local to the Valley. The gastropub also features unique craft cocktails that utilize combinations of fresh fruit purees, juices and premium liquors, as well as at least 20 different wines by the glass.

Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill Tempe Marketplace

We're known for our famous Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, chopped salad, cheese fries, homemade chocolate cake, and chocolate cake shake. Our Italian beef is slow-roasted for four hours, thinly sliced, and served on freshly baked French bread. Then, it's dipped in hot gravy made with our homemade blend of seasonings that we've been perfecting for 60 years. Haven't tried Portillo's yet? Order an Italian beef dipped with sweet or hot peppers (add mozzarella if you're feeling cheesy) or a Chicago-style hot dog "dragged through the garden," and you'll see what all the hype is about.

Portillo’s Tempe Marketplace

Four Peaks Brewing Company distributes the highest quality hand-crafted kegged and bottled beer to supermarkets, restaurants, bars, resorts, and liquor stores around Arizona. The brewpub in Tempe and the Grill & Tap in Scottsdale, offer up to 10 different styles of beer on tap, including 1 cask conditioned ale drawn with an authentic beer engine. The kitchen is open for lunch and dinner serving eclectic award-winning menu items. Ask for the daily food and dessert specials. Our website lists all of our draft and bottle accounts as well as beer descriptions, our menu, current events and all of the Four Peaks merchandise available, such as T-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, glassware and gift cards for the beer lovers in your life. May your next beer be here!

Four Peaks Brewing Company

Our Downtown Gilbert location has the best patio in town. We’re talking about a full-on park with games, a full bar, and even an enclosed dog park—all just behind our two-story brewery and restaurant. Bring the whole family to enjoy a burger inside our brewery, then head to the park to play a lawn game or listen to live music. We have a full bar and an enormous T.V. screen so you can enjoy your favorite sporting event or movie from the comfort of a picnic blanket.

O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery Gilbert

This dual branded hotel is located in the Discovery Business Campus adjacent to the ASU Research Park in Tempe. The hotel offers 228 total guest rooms–with the Home2 Suites offering 108 studio and one-bedroom suites, and the Hilton Garden Inn offering 120 king and two queen rooms. A combined 5,260 square feet of event space, The Garden Grille & Bar, outdoor fire pit lounge, BBQ grill patio and so much more.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Tempe ASU Research Park

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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Come celebrate the best of Arizona beer at the 5th Annual AZ Craft Beer Fest! Presented by PHOENIX magazine in partnership with the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, the festival celebrates the AZ Craft Beer Awards and the best of Arizona brewing.

This year, the festival is moving to Downtown Mesa for a special Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Event Schedule:

- VIP Entry: 11 AM
- General Admission: 12 PM
- Late Admission: 1 PM
- Event Ends: 4 PM

VIP Admission – $60

- Includes entry at 11 AM, 25 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

General Admission – $40

- Includes entry at 12 PM, 20 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

Late Admission – $30

- Includes entry at 1 PM, 15 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

A portion of the proceeds benefits the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild and its work supporting the AZ Craft Beer Awards competition.

Participating breweries and food trucks will be announced soon. Follow the event on Instagram and Facebook for updates.

This is a 21+ event. Valid ID is required for entry. Halloween costumes and pretzel necklaces are welcome. Empty or factory-sealed water bottles are permitted. No outside food, weapons, pets or guests under 21 are allowed.

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