1. Best of California Brewfest
- đź“… Date & Time: Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 3 PM to 7 PM at the Michelob Ultra Grandstand, Cal Expo sacbee.com+1sacbee.com+1sacbee.com
- 🎟 Admission: General Admission (ticket prices start around $55 based on similar events) – includes unlimited tastings of award-winning beers.
- 🍺 Highlights: Showcases breweries whose beers won awards at the California State Fair; attendees sample state’s best craft entries allevents.in.
- 🏟 Venue & Logistics: Held during the State Fair (July 11–27 at Cal Expo) with access to fair amenities, food vendors, live entertainment, carnival attractions, and parking onsite sacbee.com+2sfchronicle.com+2sactoday.6amcity.com+2.
- đź“‹ Amenities & Tips:
- Easy access to fair rides, concerts, and culinary demos.
- Expect paid parking; ride-share or public transit advisable.
- Bring ID—21+ event.
- Combine tasting with fair exploration for richer content.
2. California State Fair BrewFest Tent
- đź“… Runs: During the full State Fair from July 11 to July 27, 2025 instagram.com.
- 🎟 Admission: Standard fair entry fee ($10–$16, under‑4 free) grants access to brewfest tents sacbee.com+15sfchronicle.com+15sacramento365.com+15.
- 🍻 Offerings: Multiple brew tents with diverse craft beers, including national and regional favorites; nightly entertainment and themed competitions.
- đź“Ś Perks:
- Blends festive fair vibes with beer culture.
- Ideal for festival-style storytelling, pairing food trucks and beer.
- Great setting to feature interviews with brewers and fair-day photo opportunities.
🎯 Article Ideas Centered on July Events
- “Tasting the Best: At the 2025 Best of California Brewfest”
- Cover winning beers and brewery profiles, tasting notes, attendee reactions.
- Logistics: ticket types, transport, pairing experience with adjacent State Fair food.
- “Summer Cheers at the State Fair BrewFest Tent”
- Explore extended brew tents during fair run.
- Focus on night-by-night highlights: thematic evenings, music, fair rides, sampling variety.
- Include tips for navigating fair + brew tents.
- “Insider’s Guide: Combining Beer and Ferris Wheels in Sacramento”
- A practical guide to enjoying beer fest and State Fair simultaneously—best times to visit for crowds, parking, and lodging tips.
đź“… Event Summary Table
| Event | Date(s) | Location | Admission | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best of California Brewfest | July 12, 3–7 PM | Cal Expo – Michelob Grandstand | ~$55 (tasting included) | Award-winning breweries; within fair environment |
| State Fair BrewFest Tent | July 11–27 (fair hours) | Cal Expo grounds | $10–$16 (fair entry) | Multiple tents, live music, fair fun + beer sampling |
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