Press release… Harrisburg Beer Week kicks-off its fifth year on Friday, April 26 and runs through Sunday, May 5. The event celebrates and supports the local craft beer community while serving as a fundraiser for local nonprofit, Harrisburg River Rescue and Emergency Services.
In its first four years, Harrisburg Beer Week hosted more than 500 events and raised more than $125,000 for Harrisburg River Rescue and Emergency Services.
For 2019, the 10-day series facilitates 125+ events and specials, including the organization’s signature events.
Harrisburg Beer Week Signature Events:
- 7-10 p.m. Friday, April 26 – VIP Party at Strawberry Square
- Our sponsor “thank you” party featuring music from DJ Cashmere, food from Nomad BBQ, and lineup of terrific craft beer.
- Limited public tickets available: $50 – Purchase online at hbgbeerweek.ticketleap.com.
- 2-5 p.m. Sunday, April 28 – Battle of the Homebrewers presented by Scotzin Bros. at Broad Street Market
- Local homebrewers battle it out to reign champion at this beer fest, offering 70+ of the most unique and up-and-coming beers in the area. Plus, food from participating Market vendors; Designated Driver tent.
- Limited General Admission; Designated Driver tickets available. Purchase online at hbgbeerweek.ticketleap.com.
- Saturday, May 4 – Little Big Beer Fest at National Civil War Museum – SOLD OUT!
- LBBF returns with one-of-a-kind, high-ABV brews (aka Big Beers)! Expect special releases, collaborations, and a few classic selections. Plus, ticket-holders get access to the Museum; Designated Driver tent; more.
- Beer Busters will again be on location to record a podcast episode featuring interviews with several of the breweries attending.
Check out our past Little Big Beer Fest podcasts. - General admission SOLD OUT; Designated Driver tickets available. Purchase online at hbgbeerweek.ticketleap.com.
- Sunday, May 5 – Mini Golf Tournament at Water Golf on City Island
- Join the HRRES crew for a Mini Golf Tournament at Water Golf on City Island. Includes 1 Round of Mini Golf (team of 4) to compete for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place; adult beverages at the golf course; DJ serving up the tunes; door prize; After-party Awards Presentation including snacks
- Teams still available! Purchase online at hbgbeerweek.ticketleap.com.
What’s New for 2019:
- 717 Collaboration Beer – NEW Recipe every year; New addition of Boneshire Brew Works. Get the full story here.
- NEW 717 Collab Glassware – 16 oz Rastal design with metallic gold logo (note: hand wash only)
- Updated list of hotel discounts for 2019 – Stay the night/weekend/week!
- New t-shirt design — and where to buy.
About Harrisburg Beer Week
Harrisburg Beer Week is an independent, all-volunteer group passionate about craft beer and the community. The 10-day series features 125+ beer-centric events combining art, food, fitness, education, music, games, contests, and more. Since our founding in 2015, Harrisburg Beer Week has donated more than $125,000 to our exclusive beneficiary, Harrisburg River Rescue & Emergency Services.
