1. NY Beer Fest – Citi Field, Queens
Date: Spring 2025 (TBD)
Location: Citi Field, Flushing, Queens, NY
Enjoy unlimited tastings from over 80 breweries at one of NYC’s biggest venues. Ballpark games, field access for VIPs, and food vendors round out this fan-favorite.
2. OktoberFest NYC – Pier 15, Manhattan
Date: Sept 12–Oct 5, 2025
Location: Watermark Bar, Pier 15, NYC
A waterfront German-style celebration with beer steins, bratwursts, music, dancing, and a festive crowd. Family-friendly and free to enter.
3. Zum Schneider Oktoberfest – East Village, NYC
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4. New York Events – A Celebration of Local Culture
This event showcases the vibrant culture and entertainment of the city, featuring local artists, food vendors, and live music.
Date: Fall 2025 (TBD)
Location: 107 Avenue C, NYC
A beloved local spot hosting an authentic indoor Oktoberfest with German folk bands, costumes, and hearty Bavarian fare.
4. TAP New York Craft Beer & Food Festival – East Durham
Date: June 27–29, 2025
Location: Blackthorne Resort, East Durham, NY
Camp out and sample brews from 50+ New York breweries. Includes live music, food pairings, and homebrew competition.
5. New York State Craft Brewers Festival – Buffalo
Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Canalside, Buffalo, NY
A lakeside summer gathering where brewers pour their own beers. Expect one-offs, limited releases, and waterfront views.
6. Flour City Brewers Fest – Rochester
Date: Aug 22, 2025
Location: Rochester Public Market, Rochester, NY
Set in a historic public market, this event celebrates Rochester’s beer scene with 60+ brewers, food trucks, and live music.
7. New York State Craft Brewers Festival – Syracuse
Date: Nov 22, 2025
Location: Landmark Theatre, Syracuse, NY
An intimate indoor experience with award-winning beer and a chance to chat directly with brewers.
8. New York State Brewers Conference – Albany
Date: Mar 19–21, 2025
Location: Albany Capital Center, Albany, NY
A professional event that opens with public tastings and workshops. Great for industry insight and beer networking.
9. Hudson Valley Oktoberfest – Poughkeepsie Area
Date: Oct 2025 (TBD)
Location: Hudson Valley region
Full of German pride, this fest features carnival rides, alpine games, polka music, and Bavarian-style beers.
10. Bear Mountain Oktoberfest – Bear Mountain State Park
Date: Sept (TBD)
Location: Bear Mountain State Park, NY
Set against a scenic backdrop, this traditional Oktoberfest has beer tents, sausage stands, and scenic chairlift views.
11. Mountain Jam Beer Garden – Belleayre Mountain
Date: June 20–22, 2025
Location: Belleayre Ski Center, Highmount, NY
Part music festival, part craft beer party—pair jam bands with cold pints under the stars.
12. 516 Day – Long Island
Date: May 16, 2025
Location: Various venues, Nassau County
Celebrate Long Island’s area code with $5.16 pints, brewery collaborations, and block parties.
13. Taste of Buffalo – Buffalo
Date: July 10–11, 2025
Location: Niagara Square & Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY
The largest two-day food fest in the U.S. also includes local breweries and a limited edition fest beer.
14. Slope Day Brew Terrace – Cornell University, Ithaca
Date: May 22, 2025
Location: Libe Slope, Cornell University
Pair live concerts with small-batch pours—this student favorite includes VIP beer garden access.
15. Rochester Breweries Trail Fest – Rochester
Date: Summer 2025 (TBD)
Location: Various breweries, Rochester, NY
A mobile trail of craft stops featuring one-off beers, collectible glasses, and prizes for completing the passport.
16. Capital Craft Beverage Trail Events – Upstate NY
Date: Year-round, peak summer/fall 2025
Location: Albany, Saratoga, and surrounding counties
Trail events and taproom promotions highlight beer, cider, spirits, and mead across scenic Upstate.
17. Mohawk Valley Brewfest – Utica
Date: Sept 2025 (TBD)
Location: Lakeside park, Utica, NY
Upstate New York charm, rotating taps from area breweries, local food, and acoustic sets.
18. Finger Lakes Fall Beer Fest – Ithaca
Date: October 2025
Location: Downtown Ithaca, NY
Regional beer takes the spotlight during leaf-peeping season in one of NY’s most beautiful lakefront cities.
19. Catskills Craft Beer & BBQ Festival – Woodstock
Date: July 2025 (TBD)
Location: Near Woodstock, NY
Great beer meets smoky BBQ in a laid-back outdoor setting with lawn games and live rock.
20. Albany Oktoberfest – Washington Park, Albany
Date: Sept 2025 (TBD)
Location: Washington Park, Albany, NY
Celebrate Oktoberfest in the state capital with German beer tents, local bands, and family-friendly entertainment.
🍻 Final Thoughts
New York’s beer culture runs deep—from iconic city festivals to Catskills campouts. Whether you’re in the Bronx or Buffalo, these 20 events offer something for every palate. Bookmark Brewery-Search.com for ticket updates, brewery maps, and more insider info.
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