BrewFest
Saturday, July 18, 2026
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fort Hunter Park | 5300 N. Front Street | Harrisburg, PA 17110
Join us as we welcome over 50 craft beers to the 14th Annual Dauphin County BrewFest!
Taste craft beer, listen to great music, taste gourmet foods, and learn how to brew beer yourself!
Set along the Susquehanna River in front of the Fort Hunter Mansion, this event is not to be missed!
Doors open at 3:00 PM but we will start scanning tickets and IDs at 2:00 PM
Tickets:
$40 in advance
$50 Day of Event - only 100 tickets available online at 10 AM
$15 Designated Driver Tickets DO NOT include sampling
Presenting Sponsor:
Event Sponsor:
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2026 Food & Event Vendors
717 Tacos | Blue Bear BBQ | Central Wedge Cheese Shop | Confectionary Imaging | Dauphin County Human Resources | Derby Dash Kettle Corn | Dimms Original Spice Company | Dr. Doug's Blues & Q Sauces | Friends of Fort Hunter | Gio's Smokin' Grill & Sweet Treats | Grappling Crab Shack | K2 Creamery | Hit The Angles 360 Media | Mad Dash Grilled Cheese | Members 1st Federal Credit Union | Thirsty Jerky | Visit Hershey & Harrisburg Brew Barons Beer Trail | Zinnia Virgo Soaps, LLC
If you are interested in attending this year's event, please reach out to Michelle at the email address below.
Contact: Michelle McKeown | Program & Community Engagement Manager | dcprevents@dauphincounty.gov
Additional Questions
1.) What is the fee to attend the event and what is included in the cost of the ticket? Ticket pricing is $40 in advance, $50 Day of Event (limited number at 10:00 AM online), $15 Designated Driver (no sampling with this ticket type). Our guests will enjoy the afternoon sampling of over 50 craft beers from local and statewide breweries. We also provide non-alcoholic beverages and snack items for our guests during your visit to the festival. Children are permitted, but not encouraged as there are no children's activities at this festival.
2.) Where can I purchase tickets? Is there a fee for online ticket sales?
If you’d like to purchase your tickets in person, please visit:
Dauphin County Parks & Recreation Office – Tavern Building
100 Fort Hunter Road
Harrisburg PA 17110
(717) 599-5188
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
We encourage guests to bring a blanket or chair to sit on for the stage performances. Small lunch-size coolers are ok but you cannot bring any outside liquids with you. We do provide water and snacks for you at the event free of charge. We also do not allow strollers.
4.) What types of food vendors are at the Festival?
We have several food vendors who offer lots of different types of food. Ranging from BBQ, sandwiches, kettle corn, and more! We will have a little bit of everything available.
5.) What types of amenities do you have at the Festival?
Parking is available for all guests and is free of charge. Please look for all the well-marked signage. Our parking attendants will direct you to where to park at Fort Hunter Park. We do have several handicap-accessible parking spots available. If you need special assistance, please notify one of our parking attendants.
Restrooms are available near the rear of the event.
First Aid – We take the health and wellness of our guests seriously. An EMT is on-site during the event at all times. The EMT will be parked near the restrooms.
Information Booth – If you would like any information during your visit regarding upcoming events, where to eat, where to stay etc., please visit our helpful volunteers at the Information Booth located near the entrance of the Festival.
Security will be seen throughout the event to make sure your experience is as enjoyable as possible.
Food trucks and other food vendors will have food available for purchase at the event.
6.) What happens if it rains?
Our event is held rain or shine.
7.) Can we bring our dogs?
While we LOVE dogs ourselves and think that they are part of the family, we ask that you leave Fido at home during this event.
8.) We are traveling from outside Harrisburg. What other resources can help me plan my trip?
We recommend the Visit Hershey & Harrisburg website where you can find accommodations, restaurants, and other attractions in the area. It's a great place to visit!
9.) Questions? If you have any additional questions, please don't hesitate to email us at dcprevents@dauphincounty.gov or call our office at 717-599-5188, ext. 0.