Great American Beer Festival

Celebrating 40 Years of Craft Beer!

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Event Details

  • Oct 6, 2022 to Oct 8, 2022
  • Colorado Convention Center
  • Ages 21+
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Celebrating 40 Years of Craft Beer!

America’s favorite beer festival and cultural phenomenon is back! Don your finest costume and pretzel necklace and join us for GABF’s 40th anniversary. It’s going to be epic!

500+ Breweries

Explore America’s best breweries, from A to Z. Hit up your favorites or find your next brewery crush.

1500+ Beers

Sweet, sour, light, dark, hoppy, funky, and more. Discover your new favorite beer styles.

9000+ Beers Judged

The Great American Beer Festival is the premier U.S. beer competition, showcasing the finest examples of more than 100 beer styles.

Food + Craft Beer Bliss

PAIRED unites independent craft breweries and acclaimed chefs from across the country for an unforgettable beer-and-food-pairing experience.

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