Date/Time
Date(s) - Saturday, April 30
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
Mayo Civic Center
Categories
The 5th annual Rochester Craft Beer Expo will be held at the Mayo Civic Center on April 30th, 2016 from 3-6pm (VIP at 2pm). The expo will showcase the offerings of craft breweries here in Minnesota, as well as from across the United States. Attendees at the expo will have the opportunity to sample beers from over 40 different craft breweries in a commemorative sampling glass. In addition, enjoy education seminars, live music, and food vendors. With brewery and distributor representatives on hand to answer questions, attendees will be able to have an enjoyable and educational experience learning about beer, its components, and flavors.
Download the official program now!
Date
Saturday April 30th, 2016
3-6pm (VIP 2-6pm)
Location
Mayo Civic Center
30 Civic Center Drive SE
Rochester, MN 55904-3701
Tickets - Day of tickets sales are $10 more
VIP Admission ($45 / 2-6pm) permits an attendee access to the expo 1 hour before and through out General Admission, commemorative tasting glass, beer samples from craft breweries, and beer education opportunities.
General Admission ($35 / 3-6pm) permits an attendee access to the expo, commemorative tasting glass, beer samples from craft breweries, and beer education opportunities.
Designated Driver Admission ($10) permits an attendee access to the expo, commemorative tasting glass, water and soda samples from craft breweries, and beer education opportunities. Designated Drivers may not sample any beer.
Please remember to bring your photo ID to the expo. No exceptions!
Transportation
Taxi or having a sober cab is the best way to get to enjoy the fest.
Parking
FREE OVERNIGHT PARKING. PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE, DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE.
Parking is available in the public parking ramp and street parking is FREE on weekends.
Hotel
We are happy to announce the Holiday Inn - Downtown Rochester is our 2015 official attendee hotel.
Holiday Inn - Downtown Rochester
220 South Broadway Ave
Rochester, MN
Phone: +1-507-252-8200
Parking is attached to the ramp and is Free after 5pm Friday and weekend parking is FREE.
Food
Food will be available for purchase within the facility. Cash and Credit Card accepted. Drinking on a empty stomach is never a good idea, so have something to eat when you get to the expo. No outside drinks or food may be allowed in the Rochester Craft Beer Expo grounds.
Education
Educational Seminars are open to all attendees of the craft beer expo. No need to sign up. Seating is first come, first served.
Seminars to be announced in spring 2016
Music
Band(s) to be announced in spring 2016
People’s Choice Award
Vote for your favorite beer of the expo!
Voting for the People’s Choice Award will be open from 2pm until 5pm, winner announced at 5:45pm!
2015 - Insight Brewing Co.: Door County Cherry Saison
2014 - Bad Weather Brewing Company: Windvane
2013 - Big Wood Brewery: Bad Axe Imperial IPA
2012 - Olvalde Farm and Brewing Company: Brynhildr’s Gift
