Admission INCLUDES UNLIMITED 5oz craft beer tastings PLUS an souvenir tasting glass.
Put on your lederhosen, DAS BOCK! New York's Original Lager Festival™ returns to the famed Plattduetsche Biergarten, Long Island, Saturday, May 16th!
Das Bock™ offers everything an authentic German beer festival has & then some!
Featuring more than 45 breweries from across the state, the unique event offers enthusiasts, both novice and seasoned, a rare opportunity to relish in craft beers of all styles, with a focus on a variety of traditional lagers. Discover German food, flavors, and music, and meet the masters behind the craft you love! Industry professionals, from brewers to brewery owners, are excited to share their knowledge and craft with you.
NEW THIS YEAR! Upgrade to VIP for an exclusive Biers & Bites tasting one hour ahead of the festival (12-1PM). Enjoy four New York State craft beers thoughtfully paired with authentic German bites from Plattduetsche Biergarten. From savory to sweet, the menu features roasted pork belly, wild boar sausage, smoked salmon, and a traditional crumb dumpling. PLUS, receive an upgraded 0.5L commemorative bier stein for the festival!
General Admission INCLUDES unlimited tastings from 45+ craft breweries PLUS a (5oz) souvenir tasting glass.
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.
Read on for more details. See you there, prost!
Das Bier!
Enjoy bocks, lagers, & craft beers of all styles from your bona fide german bier mug! More than 45 breweries from across the state are excited to share their tasty brews with you.
Das Musik!
Raise a stein and dance to the musik! Sip on New York craft beer while a live band fills the air with authentic German tunes.
Das Essen (Food!)
Great food deserves to be paired with great food! Fill your belly with traditional german eats including brats, giant pretzels & more.
Stein Holding Contest!
Put your strength and endurance to the test at the Stein Holding Contest! Raise a full stein of beer and see how long you can hold it steady - bragging rights and fun guaranteed!
Scroll for list of 45+ participating breweries!
Festival Details:
- Date: Saturday, MAY 16, 2026
- Time: (VIP) 12:00-5:00PM | (GA) 1-5PM
- Festival Location: Plattduetsche Beer Hall (indoors) & Biergarten (outdoors).
- Address: Plattduetsche Park, 1132 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY, 11010
Ticket Prices:
(GA) General Admission
- $55 Advance | $60 at Gate
- Includes:
- Festival entrance (1-5PM)
- 5oz souvenir tasting glass
- Samples from 45+ NYS breweries
VIP - Only 100 Spots available!
- $100 Advance
- Includes:
- Biers & Bites Pairing by Plattduetsche (12-1PM)
- Festival Admission (1-5PM)
- Upgraded 0.5L Bier Stein
- Samples from 45+ NYS breweries
Designated Driver:
- $15 Advance | $20 at the Gate
- Includes:
- Access to the DD lounge
- $5 Merch Coupon
- Bottle of Water
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.
With almost a decade of experience, Think NY, Drink NY® festivals are produced with highest level of care and professionalism, with the goal of providing a truly authentic craft beer experience for all.
Raise a Glass to
our Sponsors!
SPONSORSHIP
sponsorship@newyorkcraftbeer.com
CRAFT BEVERAGE PRODUCERS
FOOD TRUCK / ARTISANAL VENDORS
events@newyorkcraftbeer.com
VOLUNTEER
events@newyorkcraftbeer.com
Directions
Festival 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!
- Admission non-refundable
- No re-entry
- 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.
- Service fees apply to online ticket orders.
Click here to view the Code of Conduct and full Festival Policies.
