Tap Talk: Celebrate American Craft Beer Week With Minnesota Breweries
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – Breweries across the state recently celebrated Minnesota Craft Beer Week, a whole week dedicated to local brewers and those who enjoy their products.
Sadly, Minnesota Craft Beer Week ended Sunday, May 10.
But, for those who may have missed out on indulging in homemade craft products, you're in luck! The American Craft Beer Week is up next.
While individual cities and states host their own ode to the beverage, once a year all brewers, consumers, beginners and enthusiasts across the U.S. come together to toast craft beer.
From May 11 through 17, breweries across the country are celebrating American Craft Beer Week.
Aside from simply visiting one of the many local taprooms across the state, there are a number of ways you can celebrate the craft industry.
We've compiled a working list of a few of the events going on in honor of American Craft Beer Week. Think we missed some? More events can be found on Minnesota Craft Brewers online, or feel free to email us.
So, raise a glass, preferably filled with a frothy brew, to the artisans who've brought back the tradition of American brewing.
Salut! Prost! Cheers!
Monday, May 11
Minnesota Brewery Showcase
What: The third Minnesota Brewery Showcase will take place at Muddy Waters in Minneapolis. The taps at Muddy Waters will be filled with brews from Fulton, Indeed, Steal Toe, Summit and Surly.
When: 5 p.m.
Where: 2933 Lyndale Avenue S., Minneapolis
Cost: Varies by beer
Link: http://www.muddywatersmpls.com/
Friday, May 15
Voyageur Brewing Meet and Greet at Grizzly's On Miller Hill
What: Meet the people behind Grand Marais' Voyageur Brewing Company.
When: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: 1722 Miller Trunk Highway, Duluth
Cost: Free
Link: http://grizzlysgrill.com/duluth-mn/
The Liquid Zoo: An Art-A-Whirl Celebration Life, Art and Beer
What: The Friday Night Haus Party will feature a number of musical guests and will act as a kick off to Art-a-Whirl weekend in Northeast.
When: 3 – 5 p.m.
Where: 1317 Tyler Street NE, Minneapolis
Cost: Free
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/542937055844713/
Saturday, May 16
9th Annual Brewers Bazaar
What: Enjoy beer while riding along the St. Croix River. Tickets get you four hours aboard the Avalon Riverboat to sample some of the best beers in the region. All the proceeds from the event will go to the Stillwater Sunrise Rotary Club.
When: 12 – 4 p.m.
Where: 525 South Main Street, Stillwater
Cost: $50
Link: http://www.stillwatersunriserotary.org/page/show/33600-brewers-bazaar/
Art-A-Whirl Surly Pint Exhibition
What: Enjoy art, pints and food in Grumpy's backyard.
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: 2200 4th Street Northeast, Minneapolis
Cost: $25
Link: http://surlybrewing.com/events/art-a-whirl-at-grumpys-ne/
Beer & Bacon Fest
What: What could go better with beer than bacon? For the second year in a row, Stanley's is shutting down the street and offering guests a chance to taste beer with some delicious bacon. Cost gets you entrance, beer glass and samples, bacon pairings, a signature photo, a build your own pretzel necklace and entrance to live music.
When: 2 to 5 p.m.
Where: 2500 University Avenue, Minneapolis
Cost: $45 in advance/ $60 day of
Link: http://www.stanleysbarroom.com/stanleysbeerandbaconfest/
The Liquid Zoo: An Art-A-Whirl Celebration Life, Art and Beer
What: On Saturday, Bauhaus Brew Labs will take over its parking lot for the Saturday Music Extra-Vaganza. This day-long concert will feature groups from across the metro area and will offer food from local food trucks.
When: 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: 1317 Tyler Street NE, Minneapolis
Cost: Free
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/542937055844713/
Summit Beer Hall 3rd Annual Crawfish Boil
What: Cajun 2 Geaux chef will be cooking up crawfish, shrimp, potatoes, corn and more for any and all on the Summit Backyard Patio. An RSVP is are required.
When: 4 to 9 p.m.
Where: 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul
Cost: $45
Link: http://www.summitbrewing.com/happenings/beer-hall-05-16-15
Twin Cities Burger Battle
What: Chefs across the Twin Cities are facing off one another to be crowned the best burger in the Twin Cities.
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Minneapolis Armory – 1025 BroadwayNortheast, Minneapolis
Cost: $50
Link: http://tcburgerbattle.com/
Sunday, May 17
Indeed Beer 5k Run
What: As part of Art-a-Whirl, Indeed Brewing is hosting a 5k run! The course is untimed and a Indeed brew is waiting for you upon the finish line. Plus, tons of art and crafts to check out from Art-a-Whirl.
When: 10 a.m.
Where: 711 Northeast 15th Avenue, Minneapolis
Cost: $30
Link: http://mnbeer.com/events/indeed-beer-5k-run-part-of-art-a-whirl-weekend/
Made By Hands Art Sale
What: Local artisans and craftsmen will sell their products at Bauhaus as part of Northeast's annual Art-A-Whirl.
When: 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: 1317 Tyler Street NE, Minneapolis
Cost: Free
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/542937055844713/
All Week (May 11 – 17)
Fulton 12 Tap Invasion at Pig and Fiddle
What: Local eatery Pig and Fiddle will feature a number of Fulton brews on tap all week long.
When: May 11 - 17
Where: 812 W. 50th Street, Minneapolis
Cost: Varies by beer
Link: http://www.pignfiddle.com/
Lift Bridge Brewery Tap Takeover at Tamarack Tap Room
What: Nine brews from the Stillwater brewery, including Farm Dish, Hop Girl, Crosscut and Chestnut Hill, will be featured on tap in Woodbury's Tamarack Tap Room.
When: May 11 - 16
Where: 8418 Tamarack Village, Woodbury
Cost: Varies by beer
Link: http://tamaracktaproom.com/
