The 25th annual Garden City BrewFest will take place Saturday, May 6, 2017 in Caras Park from noon to 8 pm. This event serves as the grand finale of the 6th annual Missoula Craft Beer Week featuring over 70 draft beers, as well as a wine and hard cider bar.
This event is open and free for all in the community to enjoy. Those looking to sample beer must purchase a 7-ounce commemorative glass, wristband, and three beer tokens for $15. Additional beer tokens are two for $3. For $20, folks can buy a glass and seven tokens. Those enjoying the brews are encourage to find safe rides home via designated drivers, a taxi, Uber, or Mountain Line busses. Designated Drivers receive free water and soda for the duration of the event. White wristbands are available at each entrance for D.Ds.
The event will also feature many of Missoula’s favorite musicians and bands. Rotgut Whines kicks off the event from 12-2 pm followed by Letter B from 2:30-5 pm. The Dodgy Mountain Men will wrap up the event from 5:30-8 pm. The beer selection will be complemented by a lineup of some favorite local food vendors, including Clove Cart Pizza, Covered Wagon Hot Dogs, Dobi’s Teriyaki, El Cazador, Bitterroot Bison, and What’s a Viking.
All of the beers at BrewFest will be judged by the Zoo City Zymurgists – Missoula’s local home brew club. The Zymurgists will select winners in a variety of categories, from which they pick a “best in show” beer.
Garden City BrewFest is proudly sponsored by Bayern Brewing Company, Farmers State Bank, Gecko Designs, The Trail 103.3, the Missoula Independent, McLean Properties, and Montana Distillery. The event is produced by the Missoula Downtown Association.
Garden City BrewFest’s Official beer list