14th Annual Great Vegas Festival of Beer Returns March 28th
Event Category: Events
The premier craft beer festival in Las Vegas, Great Vegas Festival of Beer, returns to Downtown Las Vegas from 2 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 28. The event will take over more than 200,000 square feet at its new home of the iconic downtown block at 6th Street and Carson Avenue, located at 601 E. Fremont Street, delivering a refreshed street-festival atmosphere in the heart of the city.
Great Vegas Festival of Beer Tickets are available for purchase here starting at $50, with Early Entry and Get Motley VIP packages also available.
Created by Motley Brews, which produces festivals that bring communities together to celebrate craft beer and culture, the Great Vegas Festival of Beer was founded in 2011. Taking over the block of 6th Street and Carson Avenue, the 2026 installment of the festival will come to life, surrounded by vibrant street art and character in the heart of Las Vegas’ culture and creativity.
Great Vegas will continue its storied tradition of unlimited tasting opportunities featuring hundreds of craft beers, ciders, and other specialty libations from local favorites like Big Dog’s Brewing Company and Mojave Brewing Company, as well as nationally recognized breweries, all set within a high-energy, immersive environment.
General Admission tickets, priced starting at $50, provide access to the beer tasting experience from 3 to 7 p.m., allowing guests to sample a wide range of craft beverages while enjoying the lively festival atmosphere. In addition to the extensive beer selection, attendees can purchase food from some of the top food trucks and local culinary artists in the Las Vegas Valley, including:
- Tacotarian, which brings traditional flavors and modern creativity to its plant-based tacos
- Fast Eddie’s Burgers, popular among the Vegas food truck scene for its classic burgers and fries tossed with a house-made garlic jalapeno rub
- Di Sab’s Mangia Mobile, a father-son duo cooking up classic Italian dishes
- Sharp BBQ, serving everything from mouthwatering BBQ and Mississippi-style soul food to Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and southern desserts
Attendees can also take to the dance floor to participate in the silent disco or grab the mic and belt out their favorite tunes with Motley Karaoke.
Great Vegas Festival of Beer Early Entry tickets start at $60 and allow craft beer fans to enter the festival an hour early, beginning at 2 p.m., and enjoy access to special beers and libations not available during General Admission hours. Early Entry guests receive all the benefits of General Admission while gaining a head start on limited selections and crowd-favorite pours.
For those seeking an elevated experience, the Get Motley VIP Lounge opens at 2 p.m. and delivers the most over-the-top way to enjoy the Great Vegas Festival of Beer, with tickets starting at $130. VIP guests will enjoy an abundant spread of chef-driven bites, hard-to-find beers, curated cocktails, and premium libations in an exclusive lounge setting, creating the signature high-touch experience that Motley Brews events are known for.
All attendees must be 21 years of age or older. More information about the Great Vegas Festival of Beer is available at greatvegasbeer.com, as well as on Facebook. More information about Motley Brews is available on their website, as well as on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Great Vegas Festival of Beer About the Great Vegas Festival of Beer
Produced by Motley Brews, the Great Vegas Festival of Beer was founded in 2011. Held at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, the Great Vegas Festival of Beer is Las Vegas’ premier celebration of “backyard” craft beer by local and guest breweries and popular culinary artists. The festival offers more than 300 beers from over 60 breweries as well as some of the city’s favorite food offerings.
Tickets are available for purchase here. More information about the Great Vegas Festival of Beer is available on their website, as well as on Facebook.
About Motley Brews
Founded in 2011 by Brian Chapin, Motley Brews is a team of event professionals and craft beer enthusiasts dedicated to producing top-notch festivals, bringing communities together to celebrate craft beer and culture. Together, they have produced the Great Vegas Festival of Beer and the Downtown Brew Festival, both celebrating more than a decade of beer, cuisine, and community. Motley Brews is deeply invested in the growth of breweries and businesses through local charities and collaborators. More information about Motley Brews is available at motleybrews.com, as well as on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
