Epic Beer Festival – Denver Convention Center
This once-a-year event is a must for beer lovers. Tickets are available for both general admission and VIP. VIP access allows you to enter the venue an hour earlier to beat the crowds and usually includes a free T-shirt. Upon entry, you’ll receive a 2-ounce sampling cup so you can try as many local beers as you’d like. Various food vendors are on site to help keep you from drinking on an empty stomach.
For current dates and details, visit: www.epicbeerfestival.com
All Colorado Beer Festival – Colorado Springs
Another annual favorite, this festival takes place in the Colorado Springs area and features over 500 beers from local brewers. Food and snack vendors are available to help pace your tastings. One of the highlights is the silent dance area, where a DJ provides headphones for a uniquely fun experience. To onlookers outside the small iron fence, you may look a little crazy but that’s part of the fun.
More information: www.allcoloradobeerfestival.com
Denver Whiskey & Spirits Distillery Tours – Denver
This truly unique experience combines tastings with a guided walking tour through downtown Denver. After sampling several local whiskeys, tour guide Rick Tyson leads you through the Mile High City, sharing fascinating facts about whiskey and pointing out notable Denver landmarks and favorite local spots.
Details available at: centennialspecialtytours.com
The Robusto Room – Denver
For cigar lovers, The Robusto Room offers an impressive selection of high-quality cigars at a wide range of price points, making it easy to find something affordable. The lounge also features an excellent scotch selection to pair with your cigar. Guests can attend scotch and cigar tastings to learn more about pairing. Live DJs perform Thursday through Sunday, with additional nightly entertainment such as karaoke and trivia.
Learn more at: www.therobustoroom.com
Denver Food & Wine Festival – Auraria Campus
This event is a must for wine lovers. Along with wine tastings, attendees can sample food from a variety of local restaurants. Not a wine fan? No problem, there’s something for everyone, including tastings of local whiskey, sangria, vodka, tequila, and more.
Visit: denverfoodandwine.com
