Great Vegas Festival of Beer returns to Las Vegas on April 3rd, 2027, with more than 50 breweries, hundreds of beverage selections, local food vendors, live entertainment and specialty experiences at the West Lot at AREA15. General admission runs from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with earlier entry available for VIP and Early Entry ticket holders.
The festival goes beyond traditional beer tasting with cider, hard seltzer, canned cocktails, spirits, mead, wine and other beverages represented alongside craft beer. Food carts and local culinary vendors will also be serving throughout the afternoon.
More Than 50 Breweries and Hundreds of Samples
The festival is built around unlimited beverage sampling from a large lineup of participating producers. General admission includes craft beer, cider and other alcoholic beverage samples from hundreds of selections during the four-hour tasting session.
The organizers are also expanding the lineup beyond beer, making the festival more approachable for guests who prefer cider, wine, canned cocktails, spirits or other alternatives.
General Admission, Early Entry and VIP
Three main ticket levels are available, each with a different entry time and set of benefits.
- VIP: Entry begins at 1:30 PM and includes access to the VIP Lounge, chef-prepared bites, specialty beverages and other premium offerings.
- Early Entry: Entry begins at 2:00 PM and includes all general admission benefits plus an extra hour and access to select beverages before general admission begins.
- General Admission: Entry begins at 3:00 PM and includes unlimited beverage samples, Silent Disco access and festival activities through 7:00 PM.
Guests with VIP or Early Entry tickets should follow the entry time associated with their ticket type even if the Eventbrite ticket displays the general 3:00 PM start time.
Food From Local Culinary Vendors
Food will be available for purchase from local food carts and culinary vendors throughout the festival. The VIP experience also includes a dedicated food component featuring participating Las Vegas chefs.
The announced VIP chef lineup includes representatives from Crab Corner Maryland Seafood House, Tacotarian, Scotch 80 Prime and SMKD BBQ, with additional food programming possible as the event approaches.
Live Entertainment and Festival Activities
The Great Vegas Festival of Beer is structured as more than a tasting line. The organizers are planning live entertainment and activities throughout the West Lot, with Silent Disco access included with general admission.
The full entertainment schedule and event map are still being released, so attendees should check the festival information closer to the event for the final activity lineup.
21+ Event at AREA15
All attendees must be at least 21 years old and present a valid ID at entry. The festival does not offer designated-driver tickets because of venue and legal restrictions.
Service animals are permitted, but other dogs and pets are not allowed inside the festival.
Rain or Shine
The festival takes place outdoors in the AREA15 West Lot and is scheduled to operate rain or shine. Weather-related refunds are not offered, so guests should check the forecast and dress appropriately for an outdoor April event.
Supporting Nevada Craft Beer
A portion of ticket proceeds supports Nevada’s independent brewing community. The festival states that 2% of every ticket sold goes to the Nevada Craft Brewers Association, which promotes breweries, brewpubs and craft beer culture throughout the state.
Parking and Getting to AREA15
AREA15 is located on South Rancho Drive just west of the Las Vegas Strip. Parking is available on the property, although large special events can draw heavier traffic than a typical visit. Guests should allow additional time for arrival, ID check and entry.
Tickets and Registration
Tickets are currently available through Eventbrite, with general admission starting at $52.85. VIP and Early Entry tickets provide earlier access and additional benefits. All attendees must be age 21 or older and bring a valid ID.
