Prepare thyselves! The 17th annual Extreme Beer Fest® cometh back to Boston on January 31 and February 1, 2020! Join us for the ultimate throwdown of creative brewing, as we celebrate brewers who push the boundaries of brewing and raise a fist at the norm. Hosted by BeerAdvocate, presented by Dogfish Head, sponsored by the Brewers Association, Hop Head Farms, and Eastern Standard Provisions, and held at The Cyclorama.

What's new in 2020?

We're going old-school! We're returning to The Cyclorama, where our fests started in 2003.

Limited to 725 (vs. 4,000 in 2019) ticketed attendees per session.

Faster entry and a more intimate experience.

Based on feedback, Early Access has replaced VIP; price reduced.

General ticket prices have increased to compensate for higher operational costs.

Purchases are limited to four tickets per session, per order.

Check out the Info and FAQ for more.

Tickets

Tickets are sold out. Thanks for your support!

All attendees must be 21+ with a valid ID. No kids, no pets, no exceptions. Refund requests are allowed up to 30 days before the fest. After that, all sales are final. No refunds. No session swapping.

General | $75 Limited to 625 tickets per session. Access to one session

All beer samples

Tasting cup and printed fest guide, while supplies last Early Access | $100 Limited to 100 tickets per session. General admission, plus: Early access (30 mins before doors)

Brewers

Extreme beer is all about pushing the boundaries of brewing through creativity, innovation, and finesse. A limited number of attendees will get a rare chance to try an uncompromising lineup from over 30 brewers, who've also been challenged to debut an extreme beer at the fest and/or bring at least one extreme beer that's 5 percent alcohol by volume or under.

Brewers: 32 | Beers: 132

This is the initial lineup of confirmed brewers (so far). The beer lineup will be posted closer to the fest. Check back often for updates.

Beer Disclaimers

All beers are subject to change and availability.

Pours are 2-ounces (or less). Please consume with respect.

Pace yourself, and find out what the ABV of a beer is before you consume. Drink for flavor, not just for impact.

Please be advised that some of the beers poured at the fest may contain allergens. Ask before you drink.

Food

Buy some tasty eats from our friends...

JaJu Pierogi : Polish pierogi made from scratch in Lynn, Mass.

: Polish pierogi made from scratch in Lynn, Mass. KO Pies : Authentic Australian-inspired food (hand pies) from East Boston, Mass.

: Authentic Australian-inspired food (hand pies) from East Boston, Mass. Waffle Cabin: Some of the best damn waffles (Gaufres de Liege) in the world. Period.

...you'll thank us later.

Info

Held at the The Cyclorama Session #1 (January 31, 6-9:30pm)

Session #2 (February 1, 12-3:30pm)

Session #3 (February 1, 6-9:30pm) 21+ w/ valid ID only If you're looking for free entry, look elsewhere Processing begins before doors No coat check No outside food or beverages Last call is 15 mins before the end Read the FAQ for more info/help

Interested in sponsoring? Email Ben Caplin, National Sales Manager.

Respect Beer

We only extend invites to independent craft brewers, whose attendance is required to ensure the highest level of representation and education for our attendees. And, as always, we pay for their beer and waive booth fees. We've spent millions of dollars to help support independent beer. Learn more...