Raise a Glass!

The Great American Beer Festival®, the nation’s favorite beer festival and cultural phenomenon, returns to Denver October 9-11, 2025.  

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Tickets On Sale

Wednesday, August 6 at 10:00 a.m. MT

Member Presale: Tuesday, August 5 at 10:00 a.m. MT

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Taste Buds 

Grab your friends and discover your new favorite craft beer, cider, cocktails, hard lemonades, teas, and seltzers!

Gluttonous Glory

Two nights only. PAIRED® unites independent craft breweries and acclaimed chefs from across the country for an unforgettable beer-and-food-pairing experience.

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Mile High Vibes

New in 2025, the Mile High Stage turns the festival vibes up to 11 with live bands, stein hoisting, costume contests, lip sync battles, and more.

Best of the Best

The Great American Beer Festival is the premier U.S. beer competition, crowning the finest beverages in over 100 beer and cider styles.

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NEW: The Distilling Experience

New in 2025, The Distilling Experience showcases a curated selection of distilled spirits from the nation’s top makers. Savor 0.25-ounce samples of expertly crafted whiskey, vodka, gin, and more.

GABF News

Raise a Glass and Bust a Move at the Mile High Stage

Raise a Glass and Bust a Move at the Mile High Stage

The Mile High Stage is your go-to spot for tons of fun, including live music, costume contests, stein hoisting, and lip sync battles. Check out the lineup!

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Michelin Stars & Beard Awards Shine at PAIRED® at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival® 

Michelin Stars & Beard Awards Shine at PAIRED® at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival® 

The 2025 PAIRED roster features some of the nation’s most celebrated culinary voices—including multiple James Beard Award winners, Michelin-starred restaurateurs, and nationally recognized tastemakers.

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