Michigan Brewers Guild 17th Annual Detroit Fall Beer Festival
About this Event
Tickets on sale Thurs., July 33 @ 10am
WHEN: Saturday, October 24th, 1pm to 6pm (12pm Early Entry for Enthusiast Members)
WHERE: Eastern Market, Detroit
WHAT: Fresh, local beers from across the Great Beer State! This festival takes place in Eastern Market overlooking downtown Detroit. Proceeds from this event support the Michigan Brewers Guild, a non profit trade association with a mission to promote and protect Michigan beer.
FAQs
Is this an outdoor event?
Yes! This festival takes place outdoors.
Will tickets be available to purchase at the gate the day of the festival?
Yes. Tickets will be for sale the day of the festival at the Will Call tent at the entrance to the festival for $70. Only credit or debit cards will be accepted for ticket purchases. No cash.
What is the refund policy?
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds, exchanges, credits or order cancellations. The festival will occur regardless of the normal weather conditions. If you cannot attend FOR ANY REASON your tickets are transferable, and you may sell them or give them to someone else.
What does my ticket include?
Your ticket includes admission to the festival along with the ability to responsibly sample hundreds of Michigan beers from breweries around The Great Beer State. Due to recent legislative changes, we no longer need to exchange tokens for samples at our beer festivals. Please note, this does not mean we serve unlimited samples. We are committed to responsible alcohol consumption, and do not encourage overindulgence in the fine beers our events showcase. We are a non profit trade association, and your ticket purchase supports our organization, and helps to offset the many costs associated with the festival such as beer, tents, toilets, security, music, insurance, equipment, etc.
Do I need to exchange tokens for beer samples?
No. Due to recent legislative changes, we no longer need to exchange tokens or tickets for samples at our beer festivals. Please note, this does not mean we serve unlimited samples. We are committed to responsible alcohol consumption, and do not encourage overindulgence in the fine beers our events showcase.
If I'm an Enthusiast member, do I need to purchase an Early Entry VIP ticket?
A. No. All Enthusiast Members will purchase a normal general admission ticket. When entering the festival early (12pm), Enthusiast Members will present their GA ticket along with their membership card.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
All festival attendees must be 21 or older to enter, even if they are children/infants or designated drivers and are not drinking. A valid government ID is required for festival entry, with NO exceptions.
How do I purchase a Designated Driver Ticket?
If your group is bringing a non-drinking Designated Driver, your driver will be able to buy a DD ticket at the gate for $25 (debit or credit only, no cash). This is a non-drinking ticket and your driver will not be allowed to drink any beer at the event. If a person entering on a DD ticket is found to be drinking at the event, they will be ejected from the festival without a refund. Despite being a non-drinking ticket, your Designated Driver must be 21 years or older to enter the event, and must have valid ID.
Is there food available at the event?
Yes. There will be food available for purchase from local food vendors. Vendor list is TBD.
Do you sell merchandise at the event?
You can purchase festival t-shirts, extra tokens and Michigan beer swag at the merchandise tent using a credit or debit card only. No cash.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is little to no parking adjacent to the event. We encourage you to park in the various public parking garages and lots in Detroit.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
The following are NOT permitted on festival grounds: weapons of any kind, outside alcohol, marijuana, glass containers, children (including infants), animals, strollers, bicycles, skateboards, rollerskates/rollerblades, wagons or motorized vehicles.
You may bring any of the following items with you to the festival: water and other non-alcoholic beverages in non-glass containers, food, folding/camping chairs, small coolers. All items are subject to search by our staff and security.
Is my registration/ticket transferable? How do I transfer my ticket to another attendee?
Yes, tickets are transferable - but each bar code will only scan one time. You do not need to do anything special to transfer your ticket to another attendee's name. Purchaser name will not be checked against ID-holder name at the gate.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You must bring a ticket with you to be scanned to allow you entry to the festival. This ticket can either be printed or be the electronic version accessible on your smartphone or wireless device.
How can I get early admission to the event?
Enthusiasts with valid membership ID card will be permitted into the festival early (noon), one hour prior to general admission (1pm). If you'd like to participate in early entry, you can sign up as an Enthusiast Member prior to the festival date.
Can I buy a Designated Driver ticket and then drink if I change my mind?
No. Servers will not pour beer to Designated Drivers, and anyone caught drinking on a Designated Driver ticket will be immediately ejected from the festival. Please remember that we are a non profit organization, with festival tickets being our main source of revenue. Please do not attempt to buy a lesser priced ticket if you want to sample beer.
Where can I find more information about the festival?
For the most current information, visit our website, mibeer.com.
Photo/Video Policy
Audiovisual recordings and photographs will be taken during this event, which may be used for promotional and other purposes in all forms including print or broadcast media, and the internet including social media. By attending this event, you are consenting to being recorded and photographed and to have the use of your likeness and voice in any media in perpetuity by Michigan Brewers Guild (MBG) or anyone acting under the authority of the MBG.
Where is it happening?
USD 66.05 to USD 87.38
