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National Events

Below are key events organized by the Brewers Association (publishers of CraftBeer.com). These events are designed to further the culture and community of craft beer and craft brewers. If you've never attended a Brewers Association event, consider adding these to your calendar.

American Craft Beer Week LogoAmerican Craft Beer Week℠

Known as The Mother of all Beer Weeks, American Craft Beer Week celebrates craft brewers and craft beer culture in the US. It's a national celebration across the US with events at a brewery near you! In 2009, there were over 500 events hosted by more than 200 different breweries. Visit the site for a list of participating breweries in your area

Date: May 17-23, 2010
Where: In brewpubs and small, independent craft breweries nationwide.
Website: www.AmericanCraftBeerWeek.org

Savor: An American Craft Beer and Food Experience.SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience

SAVOR is the main beer and food pairing event in the US! With 65 of the nation's top independent craft brewers participating, this is where beer enthusiasts and foodies can interact directly with some of the greatest brewers and brewery owners in the world. 

Date: June 5, 2010 - SOLD OUT
Where: Washington D.C. National Building Museum
Website: www.SavorCraftBeer.com

National Homebrewers ConferenceNational Homebrewers Conference and National Homebrew Competition

Join hundreds of homebrewers at the national conference for amateur brewers. Education and fun combine for a great experience!

Date: June 17-19, 2010
Where: Minneapolis, Minnessota
Website: AHAconference.org and HomebrewersAssociation.org competition section

Great American Beer FestivalGreat American Beer Festival℠

Three days, over 450 breweries and more than 2,000 beers to enjoy. 2010 will be the 29th year of the festival with nearly 50,000 people expected to attend. Get your tickets early, as the festival has sold out the past three years!

Tickets go on sale in June.

Date: September 16-18, 2010
Where: Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO
Website: www.GreatAmericanBeerFestival.com

 

Photos © 2010 Eddie Arrossi, Ed Bronson and Jason E. Kaplan