9 great Colorado beer festivals to attend in 2025

Feb. 8: The best breweries in the nation will pour rare treats at the WeldWerks Invitational in Greeley. 40+ breweries from California to Sweden are attending the two afternoon sessions. Tickets.

Feb. 22: Verboten Brewing is hosting its 6th annual Stout Fest at Bar Lyssa in downtown Loveland. The event features guest taps and offers unlimited pours from 2-5pm with VIP tickets granted early access. Tickets.

March 1: The Mile High Beer Fest offers more than 100 beers, ciders and spirits from 40+ vendors. A general admission ticket offers unlimited sampling from 2-5pm with options for VIP access and early entry. Tickets.

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March 8: Bristol Brewing in Colorado Springs is bringing back its Firkin Fest for the 18th year. This event showcases naturally carbonated, cask-conditioned beers, often with unique ingredients. It takes place 1-4pm with VIP early entry at the IvyWild School Gym. Details.

April 19: Collaboration Fest, hosted by the state's brewers guild, is an annual favorite that features the most unique beer collaborations from 150+ breweries. It goes down from 2-6pm at the Westin Westminster. Tickets.

June 13-14: The two-day Vail Craft Beer Classic is the largest gathering of breweries in the Colorado mountains. The event is 4-7pm Friday and 2-5pm Saturday with early entry tickets available. Details.

Sept. 20: Celebrate the hop harvest with great beer at the 4th annual Southwest Fresh Fest, which takes place at Billy Goat Hop Farm. Details.

Oct. 9-11: The granddaddy of them all, the Great American Beer Festival, returns to Denver for three days in October. Look for ticket sales to start in July. Details.