

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Brew the 802
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us this Memorial Day weekend for the inaugural Brew the 802, a uniquely Vermont craft beer festival celebrating local brews, artisan vendors, live entertainment, and the community spirit that makes the Green Mountain State special. This brand new event is sponsored by Joe Doud of Vermont Mortgage Company and Will Hurd of Coldwell Banker Hickok &amp; Boardman.

Led by the South Burlington Recreation and Parks Department—the team behind beloved regional events including SB Night Out (~1,250 average attendance), Illuminate Vermont (4,000+ attendance over two nights), the Fly By 5K (500+ runners from 50+ cities and towns), and the Spotlight 802 Speaker Series featuring national figures like Mat Fraser and Donna Carpenter—Brew the 802 brings that same welcoming, community-first spirit to a brand new celebration.

Set in a relaxed community festival atmosphere, Brew the 802 is designed to be welcoming for everyone. While showcasing some of Vermont’s best breweries and cider makers, the event will also feature local food vendors, artisan vendors, a live DJ, and entertainment for all ages, making it a perfect stop for families, friends, and visitors spending the holiday weekend in Vermont.

Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a local supporter of Vermont makers, a marathon spectator in town for the weekend, or a family looking for a fun community event, Brew the 802 offers a taste of Vermont that everyone can enjoy.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 23
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Dattilio Drive, South Burlington (City Center)
Tickets: Each adult ticket will receive ten (10) 4 oz. sampling tickets and tasting glass upon entry. 
Purchase Tickets HERE: https://www.southburlingtonvt.gov/694/Brew-the-802

*All attendees must have an entry ticket to access the event. Brew the 802 is a family-friendly event open to all ages. Guests wishing to sample alcoholic beverages must present a valid photo ID at check-in to receive a 21+ wristband and sampling tickets.

Participating Breweries:
4 Quarters Brewery
Alchemist Brewery
Black Flannel Brewing Co.
Cold Hollow Cider
Foam Brewers
Frost Beer Works
Lawson's Finest Liquids
Mill River Brewing
Shacksbury Cider
Stone Corral Brewery
The Tropic Brewery
Vermont Cider Lab
Vermont Hard Seltzer
Weird Window Brewing
Wildbranch Cider

Food Vendors:
Vamo Arriba
Only Cannoli
More Coming Soon!

Artisan Vendors:
Dakin Farms
Palmer's Sugarhouse

Music:
DJ Dakota

Entertainment:
Joe Ferris Caricature
Mobile Burly Axe Throwing
Face Painting
Kids Area (Inflatables/Yard Games)
More Coming Soon!

This program is open to South Burlington and surrounding community residents!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/south-burlington/brew-the-802/200029806425625
- **Event Categories**: kids, festivals, memorial-day, beer-festivals, sports, art, fine-arts, marathons, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 33

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: South Burlington
- **state**: VT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 180 Market Street, South Burlington, VT, United States, Vermont 05403
- **lat**: 44.46581
- **long**: -73.17731
- **full address**: 180 Market Street, South Burlington, VT, United States, Vermont 05403

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Brew the 802 being held?
  - **A:** Brew the 802 takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 180 Market Street, South Burlington, VT, United States, Vermont 05403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Brew the 802?
  - **A:** Brew the 802 is organized by South Burlington Recreation and Parks.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Brew the 802 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in South Burlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Brew the 802 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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