Craft Bev Fest

Raise a glass! Craft Bev Fest is happening in Downtown Canandaigua this Thursday, bringing together local breweries and wineries for a one-of-a-kind community celebration. The ROC/FLX Craft Beverage Trail is a partnership that connects breweries, brew pubs, distilleries, wineries, and hard cideries from Rochester through Ontario County, with parts of Livingston and Wayne County. ROC/FLX Craft Beverage Trail presents to you Craft Bev Fest at The Central on Main, featuring: Craft Beer and Wine Tastings from top local makers Live Music & Entertainment by Rochester’s premier party band, The Swooners, from 6 pm to 8 pm. An exclusive VIP ticketed experience beginning at 4 pm. VIP goers will receive a commemorative glass, a personal tasting experience with the makers between 4 pm and 8pm, reserved tables, chances to win in drawings and giveaways, and a personal passport to the ROC/FLX Craft Beverage Trail (value $250), “Craft Bev Fest is more than just a tasting event, it’s a way to celebrate the creativity, passion, and community spirit behind our local beverage makers. The partnership between Downtown Canandaigua BID and ROC/FLX Beverage Trail is a cool way to bring Local Craft Beverages to The Central on Main and showcase all the great producers we have in the region at an incredible outdoor venue,” said ROC/FLX Beverage Trail President, John French. In case of inclement weather, the event will be rescheduled to September 11, 2025. Event Details ?? Location: The Central on Main, 111 S Main Street, Canandaigua ?? Date & Time: Thursday, August 28, 2025 - rain date September 11th ??? Tickets: VIP Tickets Available in advance only at https://canandaiguabid.ticketspice.com/craft-bev-fest ?? Limited tickets available. Craft Bev Fest is a Canandaigua-based event dedicated to showcasing the best in local beer, wine, cider, and spirits while creating a family-friendly atmosphere filled with food, music, and community connection. Tapping your toes and Dancing to the sounds of Rochester-based Party Band, The Swooners begins at 6 pm and goes til 8 pm. The general public is welcome to purchase tastings between 5 pm and 8 pm. For the exclusive VIP experience that begins at 4 pm, tickets are available in advance for $25 and only available for purchase on the Downtown Canandaigua website at www.DowntownCanandaigua.com or through the Downtown Canandaigua Business Improvement District Facebook page. Don’t wait too long, there’s a limited number of tickets being sold, and you won’t want to miss out on this experience. No transferred or third-party Tickets are accepted, only purchase your tickets directly through the www.DowntownCanandaigua.com website.