DO GOOD. DRINK. BEER.
Join us for the LARGEST beer festival in North Florida on Saturday, Aug. 26, benefitting United Partners for Human Services.
CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS.
What to Expect.
Now in our fifth year, the Tallahassee Beer Festival continues to grow in its influence and size. This past year, we hosted 2,500+ patrons and 100+ home brewers & breweries pouring 200+ fermentations of all kinds. This event gives you unlimited sampling, food and entertainment options, and the opportunity to do good by supporting the United Partners for Human Services. We encourage you to SAVE THE DATE for both the event AND the day tickets go on sale (6.2.23) because WE WILL SELL OUT. (Get more deets by scrolling through the gallery or clicking here).
Ticket Options - ON SALE 6.2.23 AT 10 A.M.
- The VIP Experience: VIP grants you advance access to the main breweries area and the reps an hour early (1 p.m.) without any lines or waiting. It will also get you in to the VIP room, complete with private tables, chairs, FOOD & music. This is where we will showcase many of our high-end, VIP-only beers. (Early Bird Tix: $90 with commemorative tasting cup)
- General Admission: GA grants you access to the two main sample rooms. And by rooms we mean the entire arena and exhibit space at the Tuck. Beer is everywhere. Soft drinks and water available for free. Food available for purchase. (Early Bird Tix: $45 with sample cup)
- Designated Driver: We revere safety and reward responsibility. Grab a GA DD ticket for $10 or a VIP DD ticket for $35.
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Event Description
Truly Unlimited Samples
Enjoy UNLIMITED TASTING from 110 home brewers and breweries with over 300 different fermentations to sample!!!
Ciders, ales, meads, sparkling sodas, seltzers, wine, and more. There will truly be brews of all kinds! You are given a tasting cup upon entry to fill as many times as you like. We have pour buckets with rinse sprayers for cleansing your glass.
Venue - The Donald L Tucker Civic Center
The 2023 event venue is the The Tuck (Donald L. Tucker Civic Center). This gives our patrons plenty of space under one, air-conditioned roof. Exit & re-entry will be permitted. And, of course, ample parking ($5 fee). Event space includes both the Exhibit Hall and the Arena floor with VIP in the central meeting room - the entire downstairs!
TBF Beer Mile will be back in 2023!
1 mile. 4 beers. I epic after party. And we have the photos to prove it. More details for the next TBF Beer Mile coming soon.
Food
The Tuck will offer food for purchase on site (think pizza, soft pretzels)... but the real treat comes with the VIP experience. Multiple restaurants serve up the good nosh throughout the event.
Overnight Guests
Coming in town for the event? We will have a block of rooms reserved. Stay tuned for the group code to access the special rate for TLH Beer Fest patrons.
Tomahawks 51 - Axe Throwing
Tomahawks 51 has been on site for the past two years and we hope to have them once again. If they are, please know a small fee and waiver is required.
This is a 21+ Event
No one under 21 is permitted.
The intent is a 21+ event where there is no question of the age of the attendee (meaning legal drinking age). But, yes, baby strollers are welcome.
FAQs
21+ event
Unlimited Sampling
No pets - sorry, but an air-conditioned indoor venue.
You CAN bring your own SMALL PLASTIC taster cup - no glass, and 8 oz or smaller (we DO provide one at entry).
Food will be available for purchase inside & outside.
Free water and sodas are provided.
This is a non-profit event run by volunteers.
We have musical guests in the various areas but truly the stars are the brewers and we encourage you to talk with them about their “craft."
Late Entry After 3:30
Some people have had all they want and exit after about 3:30. We plan to reopen the box office & sell additional tickets at 3:30 for a discounted price.
First Responders, Teachers, Active Duty Military Discount
We appreciate those who support our community, and offer half off GA tickets to Teachers, First Responders (Police, Fire, Parameds/EMTs), and active duty Military. Bring your work ID to the Civic Center box office 10-5 weekdays for $20 off GA (or apply $20 discount to VIP).
This is a nonprofit event, & we want to share the gratitude for YOUR service! Thanks!
SPONSORS & VENDORS WELCOME
DO GOOD. DRINK BEER.
There is a reason we say this.
Over the past four years, the Tallahassee Beer Festival has generated >$200k in proceeds given directly to our nonprofit community. This is made possible by the generous donors and sponsors that help us keep our direct costs low.
We have a number of opportunities to support the 30+ nonprofits benefitting from this event and to gain visibility before and during our event. All sponsorship packages include VIP tickets, social media shout outs, logo inclusion on digital and print signage. Be part of the LARGEST Beer Festival in North Florida AND feel good doing it.
CALLING TALLAHASSEE FOODIES, RESTAURANTS, TRUCKS AND CATERERS
It's not just about the beer at the TLH Beer Fest. Join an elite few who satisfy the cravings of our VIP patrons and brewers by joining the food brigade. Contributors get four (4) access passes to the Fest in return for supplying the nosh contributions minimums required).
SELL AT THE SOLD OUT BEERFEST
2,500+ PATRONS WILL ATTEND THIS EVENT. Here's your opportunity to sell your wares. Vendor tables are available for select businesses at a cost of $125. This includes access to the event for a maximum of two individuals.