New York State Craft Brewers Festival
ALBANY '25
SATURDAY JANUARY 25TH, THE DESMOND HOTEL (CROWNE PLAZA)
Save $10 when you purchase tickets in advance!
The 10th annual New York State Craft Brewers Festival takes place on Saturday, January 25th, at the Desmond Hotel (Crowne Plaza) in Albany, NY. The renowned event brings together 50+ breweries from every region of the state offering enthusiasts, both novice and seasoned, a rare opportunity to relish in unique and award-winning beer. Discover new styles, flavors, and brands, and meet the masters behind the craft you love! Brewery owners & representatives pour at the events, NO volunteers.
Great beer deserves to be paired with great food! Savory eats will be available for purchase from some of Albany's favorite food vendors.
With almost a decade of experience, New York State Craft Brewers Festivals are produced with highest level of care and professionalism, with the goal of providing a truly authentic craft beer experience for all.
See you there, cheers!
Scroll down for details, info, brewery lineup.
Festival Details:
- Date: Saturday January 25th
- Time: (GA+) 4:00-8:00PM | (GA) 5-8PM
- Address: 660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211
- 21+ Event
Ticket Prices:
- (GA) General Admission
- $45 Advance | $55 at Gate (if available)
- Includes:
- Festival entrance 5-8PM
- Souvenir tasting glass
- Samples from 50+ NYS breweries
- (GA+) General Admission Plus
- $65 Advance | $75 at Gate (if available)
- Includes:
- Early entrance 4-8PM
- Souvenir tasting glass
- Samples from 50+ NYS breweries
- Designated Driver: $15 Advance | $20 at the Gate. Includes $5 food voucher (valid at Desmond food booth).
- Avoid online ticketing fees by purchasing tickets from a brewery near you! *CASH ONLY.
- Hard copy locations TBA
Tickets Include:
- Event admission
- (GA) 5-8PM
- (GA+) 4-8PM
- A 7-ounce souvenir tasting glass (yes glass)
- Freedom to enjoy unlimited 3-ounce beer samples
- The opportunity to meet the brewers making your favorite beers
Policies
- This is a 21+ event. All attendees must show valid photo ID at the door. All attendees, including designated drivers, must be 21 or over to attend this event. No exceptions!
- Children and babies are not permitted.
- Dogs are not permitted. If you have a service dog contact accessibility@newyorkcraftbeer.com.
- NYSBA and participating breweries have the right to refuse service to any attendee to demonstrates signs of inebriation.
- Designated drivers are entitled to a complimentary tasting glass which they can pick upon exiting the festival.
- Service fees apply to online ticket orders.
- No Refunds or Exchanges.
Click here to view the Code of Conduct and full Festival Policies.
Health & Saftey
- Facemasks are encouraged but not required.
- Sanitation stations will be available throughout the festival.
Directions
New York State Craft Brewers Festivals are fundraising events produced by the New York State Brewers Association whereby profit is used to directly support the craft beer industry.