Beer & Cheese Fest 2026
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π Ticket Options + Perks
π» VID Ticket β $110 (8/1/25β12/16/25), $120 after
Includes:
β’ Early entry at 1:00 PM (1 hour before GA!)
β’ Unlimited sampling in a 5oz commemorative snifter glass
β’ Access to limited, rare, & exclusive beers
β’ Official festival T-shirt (youβll get an email to select your size after purchase)
β’ Entry to the Private Lounge
β’ Access to the event until 6:00 PM
π· General Admission β $60 (8/1/25β12/16/25), $65 after
Includes:
β’ Entry from 2:00 PM β 6:00 PM
β’ Unlimited sampling with a 5.5oz commemorative can taster glass
π Group Discount
Planning a party or coming with a crew? Groups of 10+ get 10% off GA tickets!
Select the β10+ Ticket Party Packβ and add 10 or more tickets to your cart to save. Perfect for birthdays, bachelorettes, reunions, or big friend outings.
π― Games You Can (and Should) Trash Talk Over:
β’ Giant Jenga
β’ Cornhole
β’ Connect-4
β’ Nail Hammering Races
β’ Stein Hoist Competition
β’ Stein Relay Races
π Good to Know (FAQs + Tips)
β’ All attendees must be 21+ β no exceptions, no kids
β’ No outside food or drink, unless itβs a sealed water bottle or a pretzel necklace (yes please)
β’ Bags are allowed! Max size is 8.5" x 11" and will be searched. Medical + nursing bags are allowed
β’ Plan to pack light to speed up entry
β’ ID & bag check starts ~20 minutes before doors open
β’ There will be a line β but we move fast
β’ Designated Driver tickets are $30 (still must be 21+ to attend)
β’ If the fest sells out, DD tickets will still be available
β’ Last pour is at 5:45 PM β no samples after that
β’ Beer list is subject to change (but trust us, itβs always good)
β’ Alliant Energy Center will charge for parking
β’ No refunds β this event happens rain, snow, or cheese curd blizzard
β’ By purchasing a ticket, you consent to being photographed/filmed. Images may be used for event promo. You'll also be subscribed to our contact list (you can unsubscribe anytime).
β What to Bring:
β’ Sealed or empty refillable water bottle
β’ Pretzel necklace (duh)
π« What NOT to Bring:
β’ Firearms, knives, or anything sketchy
π» VID Ticket β $110 (8/1/25β12/16/25), $120 after
Includes:
β’ Early entry at 1:00 PM (1 hour before GA!)
β’ Unlimited sampling in a 5oz commemorative snifter glass
β’ Access to limited, rare, & exclusive beers
β’ Official festival T-shirt (youβll get an email to select your size after purchase)
β’ Entry to the Private Lounge
β’ Access to the event until 6:00 PM
π· General Admission β $60 (8/1/25β12/16/25), $65 after
Includes:
β’ Entry from 2:00 PM β 6:00 PM
β’ Unlimited sampling with a 5.5oz commemorative can taster glass
π Group Discount
Planning a party or coming with a crew? Groups of 10+ get 10% off GA tickets!
Select the β10+ Ticket Party Packβ and add 10 or more tickets to your cart to save. Perfect for birthdays, bachelorettes, reunions, or big friend outings.
π― Games You Can (and Should) Trash Talk Over:
β’ Giant Jenga
β’ Cornhole
β’ Connect-4
β’ Nail Hammering Races
β’ Stein Hoist Competition
β’ Stein Relay Races
π Good to Know (FAQs + Tips)
β’ All attendees must be 21+ β no exceptions, no kids
β’ No outside food or drink, unless itβs a sealed water bottle or a pretzel necklace (yes please)
β’ Bags are allowed! Max size is 8.5" x 11" and will be searched. Medical + nursing bags are allowed
β’ Plan to pack light to speed up entry
β’ ID & bag check starts ~20 minutes before doors open
β’ There will be a line β but we move fast
β’ Designated Driver tickets are $30 (still must be 21+ to attend)
β’ If the fest sells out, DD tickets will still be available
β’ Last pour is at 5:45 PM β no samples after that
β’ Beer list is subject to change (but trust us, itβs always good)
β’ Alliant Energy Center will charge for parking
β’ No refunds β this event happens rain, snow, or cheese curd blizzard
β’ By purchasing a ticket, you consent to being photographed/filmed. Images may be used for event promo. You'll also be subscribed to our contact list (you can unsubscribe anytime).
β What to Bring:
β’ Sealed or empty refillable water bottle
β’ Pretzel necklace (duh)
π« What NOT to Bring:
β’ Firearms, knives, or anything sketchy
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