{"id":9392,"date":"2026-09-10T07:17:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T13:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/?p=9392"},"modified":"2026-09-11T12:08:42","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T18:08:42","slug":"what-to-expect-at-denvers-2026-great-american-beer-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/what-to-expect-at-denvers-2026-great-american-beer-festival\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect at Denver\u2019s 2026 Great American Beer Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love craft beer, Denver is the place to be this October! The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Great American Beer Festival (GABF)<\/a> returns the weekend of October 10th\u201311th with a major change of scenery. For the first time in more than 40 years, GABF is moving outdoors from the Colorado Convention Center to Levitt Pavilion in Denver\u2019s Ruby Hill neighborhood. The two-day festival runs from noon to 4 p.m. each day. Expect an enormous selection of craft beer, cider, and other beverages! You can also enjoy live music, food trucks, special tasting areas, and the return of PAIRED\u00ae. The festival will also host the prestigious GABF competition awards ceremony on Sunday. With hundreds of brewers and thousands of beverages represented, planning ahead can make your experience much easier! Here is what to expect at Denver\u2019s 2026 Great American Beer Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-gabf-is-heading-outdoors-at-levitt-pavilion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>GABF Is Heading Outdoors at Levitt Pavilion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"371\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-1024x371.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9423 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-1024x371.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-768x278.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-800x290.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927.jpg 1289w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/371;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-1024x371.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-1024x371.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-300x109.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-768x278.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927-800x290.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4927.jpg 1289w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest change for 2026 is the festival venue. Denver\u2019s Great American Beer Festival is leaving the <a href=\"https:\/\/denverconvention.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Colorado Convention Center<\/a> and heading to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.levittdenver.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Levitt Pavilion<\/a>. The outdoor venue sits in Ruby Hill and offers green space, an amphitheater, city views, and plenty of room to explore. The new setting gives GABF a noticeably different atmosphere. Instead of navigating a massive convention hall, attendees can enjoy their beer outdoors, with live music playing a bigger role. You can grab a tasting glass, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy the fall weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9418\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9418 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9418\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4716.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9420\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9420 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9420\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4728.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"706\" data-id=\"9419\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1024x706.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9419 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1024x706.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1536x1058.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-800x551.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/706;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"706\" data-id=\"9419\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1024x706.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1024x706.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-1536x1058.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720-800x551.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4720.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">\ud83d\udcf7 <em>Photos courtesy of<\/em> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Great American Beer Festival<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival sessions run noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 10th, and Sunday, October 11th. Last call is scheduled for 3:45 p.m. each day. GABF describes the 2026 event as a reimagined festival. That means longtime attendees can expect many familiar elements alongside a more open, Colorado-inspired experience. It also means you should check the weather before heading out. GABF is rain or shine, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tickets<\/a> are not refunded because of weather. Dressing in layers is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-explore-the-2026-pour-list\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Explore the<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/festival-breweries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>2026 Pour List<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9396\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9396 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9396\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4729.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9395\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9395 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9395\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4727.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9394\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9394 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9394\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4724.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">\ud83d\udcf7 <em>Photos courtesy of<\/em> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Great American Beer Festival<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The beer selection is still the heart of the Great American Beer Festival. The 2026 pour list features over 200 breweries and an impressive collection of beers, ciders and other beverages. Breweries are organized by geographic region, making it easier to explore different parts of the country\u2019s brewing scene. The list includes breweries from Colorado and across the United States. Several breweries are also bringing multiple award-winning beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Colorado beer fans have plenty to look forward to. Local breweries on the list include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.averybrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Avery Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barrelsbottles.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Barrels &amp; Bottles Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bentbarley.com\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bent Barley Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bestdaybrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Day Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bootstrapbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bootstrap Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breckbrew.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Breckenridge Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cannonballcreekbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cannonball Creek Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carverbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carver Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cerebralbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cerebral Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cohesionbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cohesion Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/comradebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Comrade Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drydockbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dry Dock Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getgruvi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gr\u00fcvi<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyridebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joyride Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lefthandbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Left Hand Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littletonbrewco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Littleton Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livingthedreambrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Living the Dream Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mirrorimagebrewco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mirror Image Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/newterrainbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">New Terrain Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.odellbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Odell Brewing Denver<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omfbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Our Mutual Friend Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/peculierales.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Peculier Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ratiobeerworks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ratio Beerworks<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Renegade Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rivernorthbrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">River North Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/skabrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ska Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/steamworksbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Steamworks Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stormpeakbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Storm Peak Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.telluridebrewingco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Telluride Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/verbotenbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Verboten Brewing and Barrel Project<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/weldwerks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WeldWerks Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wibbybrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wibby Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wildblueyonderbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wynkoop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wynkoop Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lineup also brings together breweries from across the country. Look for names such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allagash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Allagash Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/athleticbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Athletic Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogfish.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dogfish Head Craft Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firestonewalker.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Firestone Walker Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/foundersbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Founders Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jacksabby.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jack\u2019s Abby Craft Lagers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.russianriverbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Russian River Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samueladams.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Samuel Adams<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevada.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stonebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stone Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wickedweedbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wicked Weed Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some producers are bringing especially large selections. Samuel Adams and several other Premier Pour Partners are listed with 10 beverages. Dogfish Head also brings 10 beers, while Firestone Walker offers 10 beers, including four award winners. There are plenty of smaller pours to discover, too. Cerebral Brewing, for example, lists one beer, while several breweries offer two, three, or four selections. The best strategy is not to try everything. Pick a few must-visit breweries before arriving, then leave plenty of room for discoveries along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-visit-the-united-nations-taproom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Visit the<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/taprooms\/united-nations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>United Nations Taproom<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Great American Beer Festival showcases American brewing. However, the United Nations Taproom lets attendees explore international beverages without leaving Denver. The taproom brings beers and ciders from breweries and beverage producers around the world. Presented in partnership with Elite Brands, it offers a global tasting experience within the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Belgium has a particularly strong presence. Look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>La Chouffe and Cherry Chouffe from <a href=\"https:\/\/chouffe.com\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brasserie Chouffe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tripel Karmeliet from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bosteelsbrewery.com\/nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brouwerij Bosteels Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duvel 6.66 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.duvelmoortgat.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brouwerij Duvel Moortgat<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delirium Tremens, Delirium Red, and Delirium Nocturnum from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brouwerijhuyghe.be\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brouwerij Huyghe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quad and Tripel from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.straffehendrik.be\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Straffe Hendrik<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Bernardus Abt 12, St. Bernardus Tripel, and St. Bernardus Wit from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sintbernardus.be\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">St. Bernardus<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The international lineup goes well beyond Europe. You can also find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cervezatona.us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tona Cerveza<\/a> from Nicaragua<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.habeshabreweries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Habesha African Pilsner<\/a> from Ethiopia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Several beers from Iceland\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/einstokbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Einst\u00f6k Beer Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beers from Germany, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, and elsewhere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even non-alcoholic drinkers have an option with Delirium Deliri0 NA. For adventurous beer drinkers, the United Nations Taproom is a great place to break away from familiar American styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-taste-beer-and-food-at-paired\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Taste Beer and Food at<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/at-the-festival\/paired\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>PAIRED\u00ae<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9402\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9402 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713.jpg 1638w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9402\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4713.jpg 1638w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9403\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9403 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711.jpg 1638w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9403\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711-800x1000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4711.jpg 1638w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9401\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9401 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9401\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4922.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">\ud83d\udcf7 <em>Photos courtesy of<\/em> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Great American Beer Festival<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beer and food lovers should consider adding PAIRED\u00ae to their GABF plans. The culinary experience takes place Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. PAIRED\u00ae brings independent craft breweries together with acclaimed chefs. Each pairing features a small bite designed to complement a particular beer or cider. PAIRED\u00ae attendees can enjoy pours of up to 4 ounces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 brewery lineup includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.2townsciderhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2 Towns Ciderhouse<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/biggrove.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big Grove Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fremontbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fremont Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.haykinfamilycider.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Haykin Family Ciders<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketgardenbrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Market Garden Craft Brewery<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mielbrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Miel Brewery and Taproom<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/offsetbier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Offset Bier<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/outerrange.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Outer Range Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pinthouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinthouse Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepostcolorado.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Post Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/riip.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Riip Beer Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tgbrews.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.truenorthales.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">True North Ale Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vonebertbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Von Ebert Brewing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westboundanddown.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Westbound &amp; Down Brewing Company<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/xulbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">XUL Beer Co.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 PAIRED\u00ae menus are still forthcoming, so attendees should check the festival website for updates closer to the event. Festival + PAIRED\u00ae tickets include admission to both experiences. If you enjoy thinking about how flavors interact, PAIRED\u00ae is worth considering, as it offers a more curated experience than simply moving from brewery to brewery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-come-hungry-2026-food-trucks\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Come Hungry: 2026<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/info\/food-trucks-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Food Trucks<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beer tastes better with something substantial to eat. The Great American Beer Festival will bring a collection of local food trucks to Levitt Pavilion throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-on-saturday-october-10th\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>On Saturday, October 10th:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bandwagonsandwichco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Bandwagon Sandwich Co.<\/strong><\/a> will serve sandwiches, nachos, and chips and guacamole. Its rock-and-roll theme makes it a great fit for the festival.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtownfingers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Downtown Fingers<\/strong><\/a> specializes in fried chicken. Expect chicken fingers, chicken sandwiches, and fries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/flavoroftabasco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Flavor of Tabasco<\/strong><\/a> brings authentic dishes inspired by Tabasco, Mexico.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kocostreetfood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>KoCo Street Food<\/strong><\/a> offers Korean-inspired favorites. Expect savory rice bowls, Korean fried chicken, dumplings, and other flavorful options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wheelsonfirepizza.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Wheels on Fire Pizza<\/strong><\/a> will serve wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in its custom brick oven.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-on-sunday-october-11th\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>On Sunday, October 11th:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.berlinerhausdenver.com\/food-truck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Berliner Haus<\/strong><\/a> will bring German D\u00f6ner Kebab to the festival. It is an especially fitting option for a beer-focused event.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gbfishandchips.com\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>GB\u2019s Fish &amp; Chips<\/strong><\/a> serves its take on the classic British meal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/msosikenya.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Msosi Kenyan Cuisine<\/strong><\/a> offers Kenyan favorites, including samosas, stews, and flatbreads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/peyobluedeer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Peyote<\/strong><\/a> will serve Mexican fare, including street tacos, nachos, and quesadillas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sauvagefoodtruck\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Sauvage<\/strong><\/a> rounds out Sunday\u2019s options with gourmet Cajun food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside food is generally not permitted. The exception is food worn on pretzel necklaces, so you may want to embrace this quirky GABF tradition. Free water stations will also be available throughout the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-enjoy-live-music-at-the-mile-high-stage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enjoy Live Music at<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/at-the-festival\/the-mile-high-stage-at-gabf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>The Mile High Stage<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 festival is turning up the entertainment. The Great American Beer Festival\u2019s Mile High Stage will combine craft beer with live music and the competition awards ceremony.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Low Cut Connie \u2013 Can\u2019t Be Wrong\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uMJxTnyD7cE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saturday, October 10th\u2019s headliner is <a href=\"https:\/\/lowcutconnie.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Low Cut Connie<\/a>, performing at 1 p.m. Philadelphia rock-and-roll artist Low Cut Connie is led by Adam Weiner and has built a devoted following since the band\u2019s formation in 2010. Low Cut Connie\u2019s eighth studio album, Livin in the USA, was released in July 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Pr\u00f3xima Parada - Musta Been a Ghost | OurVinyl Sessions\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JvQUG9jI9_Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Sunday, October 11th, <a href=\"https:\/\/proximaparadamusic.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pr\u00f3xima Parada<\/a> takes the stage at 2 p.m. The San Luis Obispo band blends soul, R&amp;B, folk and indie rock into an upbeat, groove-driven sound. Its performances are known for improvisation, solos and an energetic atmosphere.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The music adds another dimension to the new outdoor format. Rather than spending four hours focused exclusively on tasting rooms and booths, attendees can grab a beer and settle in for a show. And if you are visiting Sunday, another major event takes place on the stage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-watch-the-2026-gabf-competition-awards-ceremony\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Watch the 2026<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/the-competition\/awards-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>GABF Competition Awards Ceremony<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9408 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-760x760.jpg 760w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/rmprolocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/IMG_4925.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo courtesy of<\/em> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Great American Beer Festival<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Great American Beer Festival is also one of the country\u2019s most prestigious beer competitions. Professional judges evaluate beers and ciders without knowing the brand behind each entry. Judges work in their areas of expertise and select the beverages that best represent their specified styles. Gold, silver, and bronze medals recognize exceptional entries. Gold represents a world-class beverage that accurately exemplifies its style. Silver recognizes an excellent beverage that closely follows style parameters. Bronze recognizes a fine example of the style that may have minor deviations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 competition introduces several changes. There is no entry limit for breweries, although a cap could be introduced if the competition reaches capacity. Brewery of the Year eligibility also depends on entering at least three beers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Judging takes place October 6th\u20138th. The winners will then be announced publicly at GABF on Sunday, October 11th, at 12:30 p.m. A Sunday festival ticket is required to attend the ceremony. The awards will also be livestreamed through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrewingnetwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Brewing Network<\/a> for those who cannot attend in person. For beer fans, this is a rare chance to watch some of the industry\u2019s biggest awards unfold in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-2026-gabf-attendee-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2026 GABF<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com\/info\/faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Attendee FAQs<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-when-is-gabf\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When is GABF?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 Great American Beer Festival takes place October 10th\u201311th. Both sessions run from noon to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-where-is-the-festival\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where is the festival?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GABF is at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Levitt+Pavilion+Denver\/@39.6865314,-105.0055766,616m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x876c7fa495ff041b:0x9343a14b936750ac!8m2!3d39.6865273!4d-105.0030017!16s%2Fg%2F11d_2jcrxc?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDgxMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Levitt Pavilion, 1380 W Florida Ave in Denver<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-old-do-you-have-to-be\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How old do you have to be?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone must be at least 21 years old and show valid photo identification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-is-saturday-sold-out\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Saturday sold out?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The official ticket page currently lists Saturday general admission, the two-day pass, and Designated Driver tickets as sold out. The official ticket page lists Sunday general admission and Festival + PAIRED\u00ae options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-does-admission-include-beer-samples\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does admission include beer samples?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. A festival ticket includes a tasting glass and unlimited samples from participating breweries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-can-i-leave-and-come-back\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I leave and come back?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. GABF does not allow re-entry, so plan your day accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-can-i-bring-a-backpack\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I bring a backpack?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Backpacks are not permitted, and there will not be a coat check or lockers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-can-i-bring-water\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I bring water?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Attendees can bring an empty, clear reusable plastic water bottle up to 32 ounces. Free water stations will be available onsite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-if-i-don-t-drink-alcohol\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What if I don\u2019t drink alcohol?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GABF offers non-alcoholic beverages, including NA beers, ciders, and seltzers. Designated driver tickets are also available when offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-how-should-i-get-there\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How should I get there?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend public transportation, rideshare, and the official GABF shuttle. The round-trip shuttle runs between the Sheraton Denver Downtown and Levitt Pavilion, though shuttle reservations close October 1st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-happens-if-the-weather-turns-bad\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What happens if the weather turns bad?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival is rain or shine. Check the forecast before you leave and dress in layers for Denver\u2019s October weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-raise-a-glass-to-gabf-s-new-outdoor-era\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Raise a Glass to GABF\u2019s New Outdoor Era<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 Great American Beer Festival promises to be a memorable new chapter for one of America\u2019s best-known beer festivals! Its move to Levitt Pavilion brings craft beer into the open air and adds more space for music, food, and socializing. From Colorado favorites and nationally acclaimed breweries to international selections at the United Nations Taproom, there will be plenty to explore! PAIRED\u00ae offers an elevated food-and-beer experience, while the food trucks provide plenty of fuel between tastings. Don\u2019t overlook the competition, either! Watching the 2026 medals awarded live on Sunday gives attendees a chance to see brewing excellence celebrated right on the festival stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you spend your afternoon hunting for award winners, discovering a new favorite brewery, enjoying a food pairing, or listening to live music on the lawn, GABF 2026 offers plenty of ways to make the most of a fall weekend in Denver! With the festival moving outdoors for the first time in decades, this year\u2019s event is more than another beer festival; it\u2019s the beginning of a new GABF tradition!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you love craft beer, Denver is the place to be this October! The Great American Beer Festival (GABF) returns the weekend of October 10th\u201311th with a major change of scenery. 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