Thornton Barrel & Beer Festival

Presented by:Image *VIP guests may enter at 2 p.m. General Admission guests may enter at 3 p.m. Taste unlimited beer, wine and spirit samples from over 30 regional breweries, wineries and distilleries while enjoying some of the metro area's finest musicians. Many of our vendors will have their product available for purchase. A complimentary bag check area will be available to safely store your purchases while you enjoy the event. Our special VIP Experience includes mixed cocktails and a meal available in the VIP tent located right next to the entertainment stage. The VIP tent is available to VIP ticket holders ONLY. Those attending but not participating in alcohol tasting must purchase a Designated Driver ticket. This ticket provides access to the festival grounds, live entertainment and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages. Food is not included with General or Designated Driver admissions. However, there will be a few food trucks available for you to purchase from onsite. Purchase Tickets (opens in new window) This is an adult only (21+) event and is held rain or shine. No pets please. Service dogs exempt. AdmissionPricingVIP Access$80 Presale (plus taxes & fees) $95 Door CC (plus taxes & fees) General Admission$40 Presale (plus taxes & fees) $55 Door CC (plus taxes & fees) Designated Driver (Non-Drinking) $10 Presale (plus taxes & fees) $10 Door CC (plus taxes & fees) VIP guests may enter at 2 p.m. All remaining guests may enter at 3 p.m. All tickets will be purchased online through the official ticketing system, including day-of sales. Vendors BreweriesImage Image Image Image Image WineriesImage Image DistilleriesImage Image Image Image Image Image Image CocktailsImage Image Image Image Image Image MocktailsImage Food VendorsImage Image Image Live PerformancesMargarita Brothers (opens in new window) 2 - 3:30 p.m. Thumpin' (opens in new window) 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thank you to our 2026 Supporting Level Sponsors!Image Image Image Image Image Image