2026 Chicken & Beer Festival - Indianapolis
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A celebration of culture and the arts of food, bringing together the very best in local food and drink.
About this Event
The 6th Annual Chicken & Beer Festival – Indianapolis is back at University Park on Saturday, August 1st, 2026! Taste your way through 30+ local restaurants and drink vendors serving up bold takes on chicken, from fiery hot wings to global flavors and plant-based creations. Pair it all with craft beer, cocktails, wine, and more — because chicken isn’t just for beer.
"Tasting Ticket" includes sample tickets to enjoy exclusive bites and sips, plus the chance to purchase full portions from vendors. Expect live DJs, a hot wing eating contest, and a high-energy crowd celebrating Indy’s food, culture, and community.
🍽️ Participating Food & Drink Vendors:
Drink Vendors
What to Expect:
Chicken & Beer Fest is a rain-or-shine event unless severe weather conditions require delay, postponement, or cancellation.☀️ NO REFUNDS
All ages are invited! (Children 12 and under are free.)
To consume alcohol: You must show ID.
Important Notes:
📅 Date & Time:
📍 Location: University Park - 325 N Meridian Ave, Indianapolis, IN
🎟️ Ticket Pricing:
🅾️ Event Guidelines:
🚗 Parking:
🛍️ What’s Included With Your Ticket:
⚠️ Prohibited Items:
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets before they sell out! We’re raising awareness for local food access and entrepreneurship in Central Indiana, so come out, have fun, and support your local community! 🌟
About this Event
The 6th Annual Chicken & Beer Festival – Indianapolis is back at University Park on Saturday, August 1st, 2026! Taste your way through 30+ local restaurants and drink vendors serving up bold takes on chicken, from fiery hot wings to global flavors and plant-based creations. Pair it all with craft beer, cocktails, wine, and more — because chicken isn’t just for beer.
"Tasting Ticket" includes sample tickets to enjoy exclusive bites and sips, plus the chance to purchase full portions from vendors. Expect live DJs, a hot wing eating contest, and a high-energy crowd celebrating Indy’s food, culture, and community.
🍽️ Participating Food & Drink Vendors:
Food VendorsFull-service Bar w/mocktails
- Khalani's Kitchen
- Huge Impact Restaurant
- EveryThang & Potatoes
- Connect Grills
- Mr. Shawarma
- Yazsh Cafe & Bistro
- Ks Krazy Eats
- Bigsy's Sports Grill
- Jimmies Soulfood
- T Street Eatz
- A&A Taste the Flavor Catering
- Golden Spatula
- Aroma Indian Cuisine & Bar
- Wisanggeni Pawon
- Paco's Taqueria
- City BBQ
- Joella's Hot Chicken
- Herculean Prepared Meals
- Big Benz BBQ
- Legacy Popz
- Smokey Waters
- Happy Chicken
- Good Folks Catering
- Honey B'zzz Soulfood
- Mumma's Magic
- Just Us Seasonings
- Tacos & Arepas
- ApeThai
- Cretia Cakes
- Kabarna Grill
- Salo Salo
- Betty's Country Cooking
- Danielle's Popcorn & Funnel Cakes
- We're Poppin Popcorn & Lemonade Naptown
Drink Vendors
- Jeptha Creed
- Shake Up
- Amiracle Ade Lemonade
- Moontown Brewing Company
- The Health Club
- Cornbread Hemp
- Chilly Water Brewing Company
- Beer Pressure
- Bier Brewery
- LittleCup
- Full bar w/mocktails
What to Expect:
- Great Music & Fun
- Hot Wing Eating Contest
- Food and Drink Samples (with your ticket)
- Larger Portions for Purchase from vendors
- Exciting Activities for you and your crew
Chicken & Beer Fest is a rain-or-shine event unless severe weather conditions require delay, postponement, or cancellation.☀️ NO REFUNDS
All ages are invited! (Children 12 and under are free.)
To consume alcohol: You must show ID.
Important Notes:
- Tasting Window: "Tasting Ticket" includes a 3-hour tasting window, so come early to enjoy the full experience!
- Expect Lines: Some vendors may sell out of food, so we recommend arriving early to get the best selection.
📅 Date & Time:
- Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: University Park - 325 N Meridian Ave, Indianapolis, IN
🎟️ Ticket Pricing:
- $40 Tasting Ticket – 12 - 3 pm tasting window Early entry + more samples
- $25 Early Bird – Limited supply Tasting Tickets at reduced price
- Free Ticket – General entry - no sampling
🅾️ Event Guidelines:
- Please expect lines! Some items will be made-to-order.
- Bag Checks & ID Verification: IDs will be checked for alcohol, and bags will be searched at the entrance.
- No re-entry once you’ve entered the festival.
🚗 Parking:
- Metered parking is available downtown near the venue.
🛍️ What’s Included With Your Ticket:
- Tasting Ticket: 5 food tickets and 4 drink tickets from 12 PM - 3 PM
- Free Ticket: General entry, no food or drink sampling
- Larger portions of food and drink available for purchase directly from vendors.
⚠️ Prohibited Items:
- Outside food or drink (except for documented medical needs).
- Large bags, backpacks, drones, skateboards, and weapons.
- Pets (except for service animals).
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets before they sell out! We’re raising awareness for local food access and entrepreneurship in Central Indiana, so come out, have fun, and support your local community! 🌟
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Where is it happening?
University Park, 307 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, United States
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Tickets
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