Name: Hammer & Ales 2026
Start: 2026-03-26T17:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-26T20:30:00-04:00
Location: The Barrel Factory

🍺 Calling craft beer lovers & food enthusiasts who love to support a good cause!
Habitat for Humanity Buffalo is excited to announce the return of our most anticipated fundraiser of the year — our 9th Annual Hammer & Ales event — supporting affordable housing for families in need across WNY! 🏠💚
Scheduled for March 26, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Barrel Factory (65 Vandalia Street, Buffalo, NY), this event promises an unforgettable evening of community spirit, leisure, and impactful fundraising.
Our Hammer and Ales fundraiser is a one-stop-shop for all things fun.
Event Highlights Include:
🎲 Games & Activities: Enjoy fan favorites like the wine toss and stein-stamina, plus new activities designed to entertain.
🔨 New Feature Game: Introducing our new feature game, "Nailed It.” Select a mystery hammer and go home with a unique prize. Every player wins!
🌮 Food & Drink: Savor local craft beers, ciders and a variety of delicious bites, including fun options from Fat Bob’s Smokehouse, Meraki Collective, Lloyd Taco, Imperial Pizza, Cheesy Chick, Paula’s, and more!
🍻 Tasting Experience: Every ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass with access to sample beers from Buffalo’s finest local breweries.
🏀 March Madness Watch Party: Support Habitat Buffalo while keeping your March Madness bracket hopes alive -- drink a beer, eat tasty food, and watch some Sweet Sixteen.
Don’t miss out—secure your ticket today and be part of Buffalo’s ultimate event for beer lovers, food enthusiasts, and community-minded supporters. WNY Craft Beer Tour Cards will also be for sale at the fundraiser, which include a free pint at 28 participating Western New York breweries, making them a perfect addition for craft beer enthusiasts looking to explore the local scene.
A $50 General Admission ticket includes all of the above refreshments, activities and souvenirs!
👉 Get your tickets today: www.habitatbuffalo.org/get-involved/events
For sponsorship opportunities or further inquiries, please email [email protected].
Help us build dreams and homes — let’s make this year’s Hammer & Ales the best yet! Together, we build Buffalo. 🦬🫶