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

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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.

Arizona Craft Beer Fest

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