If you’re visiting Cleveland during Cleveland Beer Week, you’ve hit the jackpot. Cleveland is a beer city, through and through. We’ve got over 20 craft breweries inside city limits alone, and almost 80 throughout The Land. So, trust us when we tell you that during Beer Week, we mean business.
Trade your six-pack for a keg – at least for this week – as you hop around town to hit events ranging from food pairings to special tappings, all while exploring the vast landscape of the Cleveland brewery scene. Oh, and don’t forget to pick up a Cleveland Brewery Passport and get your stamps, because most of the 34 participating breweries get involved with Beer Week in some way.
Your Cleveland Beer Week odyssey will take you all over the region as you hop between more than 20 events over nine days (Oct. 19 – 27). That’s right, folks. This celebration of hoppy nectar is so big, we added two more days to the week. Check out the flagship events below and hit up the Beer Week website for more information on the other great events they have lined up.
Pumking Prowl
Oct. 19, 2019 from 4–10 p.m. | Southern Tier Brewery
Who has the best pumpkin ale in town? Now’s your chance to take the ultimate tour to find out. Check in at Souther Tier to graph your prowl passport to find your next tastes. Finish up at the Southern Tier VIP room for a final taste. Click here to learn more.
Euro Trip
Oct. 20, 2019 from 12–4 p.m. | Butcher and the Brewer
This fun, social celebration of the homeland features Belgian brews and Belgian-inspired fare. Enjoy live music by the Thor Platter Band and mingling in the Butcher and the Brewer’s fantastic space. While the band takes a break, you’ll get schooled on some of the differences between American and European styles by experts in the industry. $45/person includes 15 beer samples and food. Click here for more info. Click here for info on Euro Trip.
Fat Head’s and Jameson 2019 Drinking Buddies Release Party
Oct. 21, 2019 from 4–10 p.m. | Fat Head’s Brewery & Beer Hall
Join the teams from Fat Head's and Jameson at the brand-new Fat Head's Beer Hall as they launch the fourth iteration of the Drinking Buddies Collaboration beer. This year Fat Head's is making two beers with Jameson and will only be releasing them in the beer hall for Cleveland Beer Week. Guests can purchase a ticket to a private tasting event, which includes a tasting of two Jameson Caskmates Brands, both the Fat Head's Collaboration beers and a pairing of Jack Frost Donuts, not to mention a parting gift. Click here to purchase tickets.
Offshore Pour
Oct. 23, 2019 from 6–9:30 p.m. | Nautica Queen
Climb aboard the Nautica Queen for this maritime beer tasting and set sail with some of our best breweries and their reps for a "3-hour cruise" on Lake Erie. Music, dancing (if you want) merch and raffle! Advance tickets are required at $45/person for 20 beer samples, cruise and pasta station. Click here for more information.
Adult Trick-or-Treat on Sycamore Street
Oct. 24, 2019 from 6–10 p.m. | Windows on the River
You might want to get that costume together early this year. Enjoy 24 great craft breweries with flagships and specialties, including ciders, seltzers and meads. Prizes for best dressed individuals and groups include brewery tours, brew your own beer packages and even tickets to the coveted NYE event at Windows on the River! Advance tickets are required. Must be 21 years of age. $45 gets you a souvenir tote bag, t shirt, souvenir tasting cup, Music, light food, 20 beer samples and prizes.
Beer, Chocolate & Cheese Extravaganza
Oct. 25, 2019 from 6–8 p.m. | Heinen’s Downtown
Chocolate, cheese and beer? You bet. The beautiful Heinen’s Downtown Rotunda hosts this fabulous showcase of craft beers from top breweries and artisanal chocolates and cheese. Meet brewery and chocolatier reps, experience amazing pairings and enjoy this interactive, walk-around event. Advance tickets are required at $40/person. Date night special - 2 for $75. 20 beer samples with chocolate and cheese samples throughout the event. Must be 21 and over. ID required. For more information and to get your tickets, click here.
Night at the Brewseum
Oct. 26, 2019 from 7–10 p.m. | Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Night at the Brewseum features 150 beers, including all of your Ohio favorites, as well as national and international breweries. Your local Cleveland brewers have teamed up to create 10 unique, never-to-be-experienced-again beers to put a uniquely CLE stamp on the tasting list. Enjoy culinary creations from all the best chefs and restaurants that Cleveland has to offer. For those wanting more than just beer, three educational seminars will also be on tap. General admission tickets are $70, early bird are $60. Must be 21 and over. Click here for more information.