Bardstown, Ky., Sept. 25, 2024 – The 11th annual Bardstown Craft Beer Festival is set to return Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion in historic downtown Bardstown. Featuring over 50 beer, cider and seltzer selections from local and national brands, the festival will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. ET. A variety of food trucks and live music will also be on-tap for the event. The annual festival is made possible through sponsorship from Town & Country Bank and Trust Co.
“We are thrilled to once again support an event that not only celebrates great brews but also brings our community together in support of a meaningful cause,” said Patrick Beam, Marketing Manager for Town & Country Bank and Trust Co.
Tickets grant attendees access to the festival and a commemorative tasting glass to sample any of the beer, cider and seltzer selections at the festival. Designated driver tickets also are available. New to the event this year is a cigar lounge and ax throwing experience sponsored by Bardstown Tourism.
All proceeds from the festival will benefit the Stephen Foster Drama Association, which presents “The Stephen Foster Story,” along with other signature productions and events, each year at the J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre in Bardstown.
“We are incredibly grateful for the continued support this amazing community festival brings to the Stephen Foster Drama Association,” said Johnny Warren, Executive Artistic Director for the Stephen Foster Story and the Stephen Foster Drama Association. “It plays a big role in sustaining the arts within our community and ensuring that great local productions like ‘The Stephen Foster Story’ continue to thrive.”
Street parking for the event is available in downtown Bardstown, and there is a public lot across from Scout & Scholar Brewing Co., located at 112 W Flaget Street. All guests must be 21 or older and must bring a valid ID to the event.
Tickets are $40 for sampling and $25 for designated drivers. Online ticketing will be available until 4 p.m. EST on Oct. 19. Volunteer opportunities are also available. To purchase tickets and learn more about the festival and volunteer opportunities, visit bardstownbeerfest.com. To learn more about the Stephen Foster Drama Association, visit www.stephenfoster.com.
