The 4th annual Louisville Beer Week, organized by the Louisville Ale Trail, kicks off today + runs through Fri., Oct. 29. This weeklong event — themed around The Roaring Twenties — celebrates the historic and evolving Louisville beer scene with 20+ beer releases and events.
We’re highlighting the most anticipated beer releases + breaking down all the must do events happening across Derby City.
Sip slowly because there is a lot to take in here.
Beer Releases
- Science Hill Sour Ale | Fri., Oct. 22 | 2-11 p.m. | Mile Wide Beer Co. | Try this trail mix-inspired sour beer brewed in collaboration with Nashville brewery, Southern Grist.
- Pack Away Vienna Lager | Mon., Oct. 25 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | West Sixth NuLu | Get your hands on a draft beer or 6-pack of this classic German-style beer with toasted malt + a dry finish.
- Pumpkin Spice Latte Cream Ale | Wed., Oct. 27 | 3 p.m. | Gallant Fox Brewing | Sip this malty version of the PSL.
- West Louisville Coffee Beer | Thurs., Oct. 28 | 3 p.m. | TEN20 Brewing | Snag a pint of this brew made with local roastery, West Lou Coffee.
- Halloween Candy-Themed Beer | Fri., Oct. 29 | 5-9 p.m. | Enjoy a special tapping of several classic candy flavored beers from this newly-opened Butchertown brewery.
Events
- Goodwood Beer Olympics | Fri., Oct. 22 | 7-10 p.m. | Goodwood Taproom | Compete in classic beer games like beer pong + flip cup for a chance to win prizes.
- Hipster Fest | Sat., Oct. 23 | 12-11 p.m. | Falls City Beer | Snag a pair of black frame glasses + throw on your best flannel for this trendy party celebrating the release of Uber Hipster IPA with local vendors.
- Brew with Buddy | Sat., Oct. 23 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Monnik Beer Co. | Enjoy coffee, donuts + a beer as a brewer teaches you the brewing process for $25.
- Holiday Cheers & Beers Craft Fair | Sat., Oct. 23 | 12 p.m.-5 p.m. | Holsopple Brewing | Shop handmade gifts from local vendors while sipping brews + enjoying live music.
- Beer, Brunch, and Boos Market | Sun., Oct. 24 | Chimera Brewing Co. | Eat brunch, browse local vendors + try their fig newton-inspired beer made with Old Louisville Brewery, Figment of Your Imagination.
- Pints from the Past | Mon., Oct. 25 | 7 p.m. | The Whirling Tiger, 1335 Story Ave. | Meet at Against the Grain’s newest concept in Butchertown + learn about Louisville beer history.
- Women in Beer | Wed., Oct. 27 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Logan Street Market | Listen to this all-woman panel have a candid discussion about breaking boundaries + stigmas in the beer industry.
- Pup-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest | Fri., Oct. 29 | 7 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing | Sign-up your furry friend between 7-8:30 p.m. for a chance to win a gift card, pint glass, sticker + 1-day pass to PG&Js Dog Park Bar.
Extend your beer week even lager by using promo code LOUBREW for $10 off a ticket to Tailspin Ale Fest happening at Bowman Field on Sat., Oct. 30.
