If you’re looking for a reason to visit Cape Cod this fall, the Cape Cod Brew Fest might fit the bill.

This beer festival takes place on September 21 at the Cape Cod Fairgrounds in East Falmouth and gives you three and a half hours to sample some of the finest beers, seltzers, and cocktails from the Cape and beyond.

The event starts at 2:00 and runs until 5:30 PM in an outdoor setting, making it the perfect way to kick off fall on Cape Cod. It’s a rain-or-shine event, though, so bring your rain gear on your vacation, just in case.

You can’t go wrong when buying tickets to this world-class event. Here’s everything you need to know about attending the 2024 Cape Cod Brew Fest in Falmouth, Massachusetts.

Getting Tickets

Depending on your preferences, you can purchase your tickets before you get to the Cape or at the gate. General admission is $65 if you buy online before you arrive and $70 if you buy at the venue. It’s important to note that the event could sell out, so buying in advance is a good idea if you have your heart set on attending.

Your ticket includes unlimited beer, seltzer, and cocktail samples for the entire duration of the event. You’ll receive a sampling glass upon entry, which is small enough that you can try various breweries without overdoing it.

There’s also a designated driver ticket you can purchase for $20 if you don’t plan to have any alcohol. This ticket includes complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, and a branded pint glass to take home with you.

Getting to the Event

If you have a designated driver, that’s the quickest and easiest way to reach the venue. There’s plenty of on-site parking at the Fairgrounds, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding a space.

Alternatively, there’s a ride-share drop-off point at 319 Currier Road, which is right beside the grounds. You can wait there for your ride after the event, too, making it easy to get in and out.

Breweries Attending in 2024

Of course, you want to know a bit about the breweries attending, and there are plenty of them from which to choose. In fact, there will be 150 beer styles from over 50 breweries, so there will be some choices you’ll have to make.

Cape Cod breweries you’ll find at the event include Cape Cod Beer, Devil’s Purse, Naukabout Beer Company, and Tree House Brewing, all of which are popular in the area.

In addition, you’ll find favorites from around Massachusetts, like Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company in Worcester, Angle Tree Brewery in North Attleborough, Brockton Beer Company, and Mighty Squirrel, which has locations in Waltham and Boston.

There will even be breweries from other parts of the country at this festival, including Lawson’s Finest Liquids in Waitsfield, Vermont, Narragansett Beer in Providence, Rhode Island, Whalers Brewing Company in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, and Ragged Island Brewing in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.

If you aren’t into beer or enjoy a change of pace once in a while, there will be other drinks at this event, as well. For instance, you can grab a pre-mixed gin cocktail from Dillon’s Small Batch Distillers or a Happy Dad Hard Seltzer, depending on what you’re into at any moment in time.

The options are nearly endless at the Cape Cod Brew Fest, and you’ll have the chance to try as many as you can during the event.

Other Attending Vendors

While this event is, first and foremost, a beer fest, there will be some other vendors on-site. For example, if you get hungry, you can grab a lobster roll from The Barking Claw food truck, meat from Hog Wash BBQ, or a burger from Mom and Pops Burgers.

There will also be alcohol-infused cigars, jewelry, and clothing for sale, along with event-related merchandise to commemorate your time at the festival.

In addition, you’ll get to enjoy live music throughout the day and partake in an incredibly festive atmosphere in a prime Cape Cod location.

Book Your Vacation Rental Early

There’s no better way to enjoy the Cape Cod Brew Fest in 2024 than by booking a nearby vacation rental. This rental gives you a comfortable spot to retire to after the event, helping you make the most of your time in the area.

Reserve your rental early to ensure you don’t miss out on this highly anticipated festival on Cape Cod.