MORE THAN A BEER FESTIVAL: THE STORIES AND COMMUNITY BEHIND HOPPY VALLEY BREWERS FEST
Photo from the inaugural Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest in Beaver Stadium
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. - A warm spring day during Memorial Day weekend is accompanied by the sights, sounds, and tastes of Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest. The Happy Valley community gathers together outside, with live music floating around the venue, conversations being held between friends, and new beers being tried. It is far beyond just an average beer festival, but rather it’s a day of excitement and fun that builds community connection while celebrating the breweries that make up Happy Valley.
Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest is different. Beyond the traditional vendor popups and tasting samples, it is a full experience that brings the community closer and encourages attendees to learn. It's about more than just trying new pours but instead getting to know the people who are behind the product. Rather than just a typical vendor lineup, the festival facilitates conversations between attendees and the brewers, allowing the opportunity to learn about the passion and craftsmanship of various breweries in our area.
Attending Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest is a unique experience and often leaves guests with a new favorite beer. But beyond just learning about a new pour, they are able to talk directly with the craftsmen who brew them and the work that goes into each drink. These conversations lead to meaningful feedback for brewers to incorporate into new beverages and connect with other regional brew masters. For beer lovers, it’s a day of trying and learning, while also spending the day enjoying time with friends in a relaxed, social atmosphere with plenty to do and see. It’s an experience unlike many other beer festivals.
Photo from the inaugural Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest in Beaver Stadium
And Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest is for everyone. While it may seem like a beer festival is strictly for craft beer enthusiasts, that’s not the case! Any groups of friends or couples looking for a fun weekend activity are sure to have a good time at the event, as well as locals who want to gather with others and celebrate with our local community. This year, the festival will also include wine, cider, and spirits. There will also be live entertainment and nonalcoholic vendors throughout the day.
Events such as Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest truly highlight the unique and special experience of the Happy Valley region. It brings us together to leave attendees feeling a deeper connection to our local area. Many leave the event with new breweries to try and new connections with people they otherwise wouldn’t have met, which turns a simple beer tasting event into something so much more. Tickets to the festival are available now with more information linked below!
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