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Tap into the Craft Beer Craze at the Brews & Blues Festival on April 21

April 3, 2018 By MKE Community Journal Leave a Comment

Lake Geneva, WI – Visit the Lake Geneva area on April 21 for the seventh annual Brews & Blues Festival at The Ridge Hotel.

Over 35 craft breweries from throughout the nation will be on hand with over 100 beers to sample. If you’re a serious beer connoisseur who enjoys the experience of learning the story behind each brew, this is the place to be. Representatives from breweries such as Epic Brewing; Gun Craft Beer; Chicago’s Half Acre Beer Company; Cleveland’s Great Lakes Brewing Company; Mob Craft Beer; and many more will be pouring samples and explaining what makes each beer unique.

If you’re looking for a VIP experience with a selection of exclusive breweries and beers to taste, we’ve got the perfect upgrade for you. VIP ticketholders will have exclusive access to beers from six additional breweries including Perennial Artisan Ales, Avery Brewing Co., Central Waters Brewing Co. and The Bruery, in addition to a luxurious private lounge and patio, buffet lunch provided by Crafted Americana, early entry to the festival and receive a special gift as well as commemorative tasting glass as a part of the VIP package.

The festival’s new location at The Ridge Hotel is a gorgeous venue – inside and out. Attendees will especially appreciate the stone patio, should weather cooperate. Concessions and a cash bar plus entertainment by local favorite Big Al Wetzel Band will be provided throughout the afternoon. Plus, support a great cause by purchasing amazing items from the Lakeland Animal Shelter’s silent auction.

General admission tickets are just $45, VIP tickets are $80 and designated driver tickets are $15. Attendance is limited to just 600 attendees, so order your tickets today at brewsandbluesfestival.com. Find overnight accommodations information and additional event details online.

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Brews & Blues Festival, Epic Brewing, Great Lakes Brewing Company, Gun Craft Beer, Half Acre Beer Company, Lake Geneva, Mob Craft Beer, The Ridge Hotel, WI

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