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Pairing beer with adventure, the Vail Craft Beer Classic is Colorado’s highest altitude beer tasting with 3 days of events – from paired beer dinners, to mountain biking with a brewer, and hundreds of craft beers to sample from right in Vail Village.

Frequently Asked Questions

Without exception, no children or pets are allowed to attend any festival events. This is an adult-only, over-21 festival; IDs will be required to verify age and all adults will be clearly marked as attendees and participants. This rule applies to infants in strollers or backpacks.

Over 300 different beer, wine and spirit samples will be showcased over the festival weekend.

Colorado law prohibits the sale of beer at the festival. However, please utilize the mobile app to directly connect to West Vail Liquors where you can purchase your favorite brews.

There will not be full meals served at the tasting events; it is sample sizes only.

Check out current offers from our lodging partners.

We recommend using Vail’s free bus system. But the public parking lots will be open during the Classic. Check your event for specific details.

Where you start is dependent upon which event you are attending. See your event for check in details.

At this time tickets can only be purchased online or by phone: (877) 328-2783.

Live entertainment is dependent upon the event. See your event for live entertainment details.

Yes. These tickets are discounted; attendees will receive different credentials and no beer mug for the event. Please call our office directly for these tickets: (877) 328-2783

We apologize – just like a concert or sporting event/concert there are no refunds.

We will do our best to run the event as planned. The event will most likely be held, rain or shine, just like a sporting event or concert. The mountain outdoors can be unpredictable so dress accordingly.

We would be happy to answer additional questions! Contact us or call (877) 328-2783.

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