About this Event
It's time to celebrate Florida craft beer at the Florida Beer Festival 2026!
Join us as we kick off Tampa Bay beer week at the Florida Beer Fest on Saturday March 7th, 2026 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM at the River Tower Park in Tampa.
Choose from over 200 beers by 70 Florida craft breweries, plus great eats from local food trucks, food vendors, unique craft vendors and a local DJ with music all day! This year we are launching People's Choice Awards! Come vote for your favorite brew, brewery winners will take home an amazing award.
The Florida Beer Fest helps raise money for the Florida Brewers Guild, the nonprofit trade association committed to preserving the rights of craft brewers throughout the state.
Event is rain or shine. Ages 21+ only. Pets allowed but must be on least at all times. There will be food trucks and vendors with non-alcoholic drink options. No coolers allowed. Picnic chairs allowed. Free parking available but we strongly recommend using a ride share service or bringing a DD.
Tickets Available:
- VIP: Includes entrance to the event 1 hour early with unlimited sample pours from all breweries, 1 commemorative FBG Craft Beer Fest sampling glass, entrance to VIP area (shaded area with chairs and tables).
- General Admission: Gets you in the festival from 2-5pm and 1 commemorative FBG Craft Beer Fest sampling glass.
- Designated Driver: Don’t drink and drive! This person gets to hang out, experience the vendors, music and food.
- FBG Members Only: Discounted tickets for VIP and GA, you will receive a discount code via email, or contact [email protected] if you haven't received yet!
Early Bird Tickets now until Dec 31st, 2025:
- General Admission – $50.00
- VIP - $70
- Designated Driver - $20
Regular Tickets Prices from Jan 1st, to Feb 28th, 2025:
- General Admission – $60.00
- VIP - $80
- Designated Driver - $20
Tickets at the Door (Day of event):
- General Admission – $65.00
- VIP - $90
- Designated Driver - $20
Participating breweries list coming soon!
Drink Responsibly.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sulphur Springs Water Tower, 455-479 East Bird Street, Tampa, United States
USD 55.20 to USD 76.54
