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!

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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! Stop by for performances from Aiko and Southern Avenue, plus stein hoisting, costume contests, lip sync battles, and more.

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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.

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GABF News

The PAIRED® Menu Is Here — Get Ready to Savor Every Bite

The PAIRED® Menu Is Here — Get Ready to Savor Every Bite

One of the most anticipated experiences at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival® is officially heating up: the PAIRED® menu …

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How to Live Stream the GABF Awards Ceremony

How to Live Stream the GABF Awards Ceremony

Wherever you are, tune in to the GABF awards live stream to find out which beers and ciders won over our judges' palates.

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