Brewer's Ball 2024
Sunday, March 3rd, 2024
Brewers Ball is a celebration of brewing with the intent of gathering homebrewers and professional brewers together from across the state for the presentation of the Best Florida Beer Championships’ Best of Show winners.
The Ball features food, music, samples of the Gold Medal and Category winning beers from the Championships’ commercial competition and a raffle.
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We will have food trucks on site.
Location: River Tower Park, 401 E. Bird St., Tampa
Date: Sunday, March 3rd, 2024
Time: 12pm Brewer’s Entry, 1pm General Admission Entry, Last Call at 4:30. Must vacate premises by 5pm.
Schedule of Events
12:00 PM – Brewer’s Access (Pro Brewery Rep & Homebrew Club Members)
1:00 PM – General Admission Access
2:00 PM – Welcome Toast
2:10 PM – Homebrew Club of the Year Presentation
2:20 PM – Medal Presentations
3:30 PM – Best of Show Presentations
4:30 PM – Last Call for Alcohol
FAQ:
Where is River Tower Park? Where is the festival entrance?
The park is located at 401 E. Bird St., Tampa, FL 33604. The festival gates are located on the north side of the park, with lines for General Admission adjacent to the festival gates. Follow signs for entry for General Admission.
What is the inclement weather policy?
Event is rain or shine. This is a city park, so covered space is limited. Bring rain gear, sunscreen or whatever else you need to be comfortable.
Where should I park?
PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE, if you must, free parking is available onsite. Look for parking attendants to guide you to the parking area once you arrive.
Are there discounted Designated Driver tickets available?
The beer provided at this event is donated by the award-winning breweries. Money collected from ticket fees covers the cost of hosting the Awards Ceremony. Designated drivers can still enjoy the music and the Awards presentation by purchasing a $30 Designated Driver ticket.
Will there be food available for purchase?
Food trucks will be on site.
What am I permitted to bring into the festival?
This year, to comply with the City's regulations, outside glassware is not allowed. Instead, each participant will receive a commemorative 2024 event cup!
Absolutely no Styrofoam or glassware will be allowed per City of Tampa regulations. You may bring a plastic or metal water bottle (filling stations will be available), but under no circumstance will you be allowed entrance if you bring glass. NO STYROFOAM OR GLASS ALLOWED!!!!
Lawn chairs, picnic blankets, umbrellas: You may bring items for personal comfort as long as you can carry them on your person. Keep in mind that the irrigation runs the length of the park, so ground stakes are not permitted. You are responsible for removing anything that you bring into the park.
Food: You may bring a packed lunch if you like. No coolers allowed.
OUR AWESOME SPONsORS for 2024 ARE:
