Ticket FAQ
- How much are tickets?
- Do you sell a Designated Driver ticket?
- Where can I buy my ticket?
- What do I get for the price of my ticket?
- Are tickets refundable?
- How fast do tickets sell-out?
- What is the ticket limit?
- How are member tickets mailed?
- When will the member tickets mail?
- I’m a member; will all of the tickets I buy be valid for the Members’ Only Entrance?
- Can a non-member attend the Saturday Afternoon Session?
- I just joined online, when will I be able to purchase my tickets?
- How do volunteer ticket vouchers work?
Please visit the About section for more Festival FAQs.
How much are tickets?
See Ticket Prices for detailed information.
| Session Date | Session Time | Ticket Prices | |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Ticket includes (1) one-year membership to the American Homebrewers Association.
**Includes festival program, special gift, unlimited sodas and hospitalities in the Designated Drivers lounge. |
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| Thursday, September 29 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm | $60 | |
| Friday, September 30 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm | $60 | |
| Saturday, October 1
Members Only Session |
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Two Ticket Limit per Member
*New Members: $88 (1 membership + 1 ticket); $138 (1 membership + 2 tickets) Current Members: $50 each |
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| Sturday, October 1 | 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm | $60 | |
| **Designated Driver | Available for all sessions. | $20 | |
Do you sell a Designated Driver ticket?
Yes, Designated Driver tickets are available for all sessions for $20 each. Free, non-alcoholic sodas, made by some of the Participating Breweries will be available. Designated Drivers are welcome to attend the beer and food seminars, walk around the festival floor, or relax in the Designated Driver Lounge.
Where can I buy my ticket?
Tickets will be available in June and may be ordered online. See Purchase Tickets for more information.
What do I get for the price of my ticket?
Ticket prices for each of the three evening sessions include a festival program, a commemorative tasting cup, unlimited one-ounce samples of your choice of more than 2,200 beers, and a festival guide to help you navigate the floor.
The Saturday Afternoon Members-Only Session includes all of the previously mentioned benefits, as well as a commemorative tasting glass (If you purchased your membership with your tickets, view more benefits at the American Homebrewers Association website). A more intimate atmosphere is created as the attendance is limited to members only, and the much-anticipated gold, silver, and bronze medal winners in each style category are announced. The opportunity may even arise for an informal discussion with a famous brewer on the latest brewing techniques or on what makes your favorite beer so good. Finally, you can participate in beer and food educational seminars that will be taking place throughout the session. This is a must attend session for anyone with a passion for beer!
You must be 21+ years old with valid ID to attend.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets for the GABF are not refundable. If you are unable to attend the festival you can try selling your ticket for face value under the classifieds section at the AHA forum site or through the Great American Beer Festival Facebook site.
How fast do tickets sell-out?
Traditionally it does take a few weeks, but tickets have sold out before the festival for the past two years. In 2009 tickets sold out three weeks prior to the festival. Last year they sold out five weeks prior to the festival, please plan accordingly.
What is the ticket limit?
For members who purchase through the Brewers Association, the limit is up to 15 tickets per evening session.
For the Members Only Session, the ticket limit is two tickets per individual member.
If you order through TicketMaster, there is a limit of 8 tickets per individual. Individuals with greater than 8 tickets on order will have their overage canceled and refunded.
How are member tickets mailed?
This year all tickets will be mailed out via UPS. There will be a $12.00 processing fee per order. PO Boxes are not accepted by UPS, so you will need to provide a physical address when you place your order.
When will the member tickets mail?
If you purchased through the Brewers Association, tickets do not mail right away. Typically, tickets will mail out a few weeks before the festival. More information regarding the ship date will be available as we get closer to the festival.
I’m a member; will all of the tickets I buy be valid for the Members’ Only Entrance?
No, admission to the Member’s Only Entrance is limited to two tickets per American Homebrewers Association member or Individual BA member and six per BA Brewery/Allied Trade member. Capacity is limited to the first 2,000 member purchases for each session.
Can a non-member attend the Saturday Afternoon Session?
Yes, tickets are transferable so a non-member can attend the Saturday Afternoon Session if the tickets were purchased by a member.
I just joined online, when will I be able to purchase my tickets?
Members tickets will be available for sale on June 28th. Please allow two business days for us to process your membership and get you uploaded to the ticketing website. If you purchase before June 26th you will be eligible for the Members Only Pre-sale, otherwise please be patient as we process your order.
How do volunteer ticket vouchers work?
Questions about volunteer ticket vouchers can be answered by emailing, volunteer@brewersassociation.org.