Drink Albany 2025

Join us for the craft beverage experience of the year
Saturday, November 8th
6-9 p.m. (5 p.m. VIP Experience ticket)

*ALL NEW LOCATION* The Albany Armory

General Admission tickets include a souvenir sample glass and the opportunity to sample world class libations produced right here in the Capital Region. In addition, products will be available for PURCHASE by the can, bottle and growler to take home.

What makes Drink Albany special? Our beverage producers are all truly LOCAL -- hailing from the eleven counties of the Capital Region.

This event is always popular, so make sure you get your tickets in advance!

NEW VIP EXPERIENCE TICKET - IN THE RARELY-SEEN VIP LOUNGE AT THE ARMORY
Arrive early for an exclusive craft beverage & cheese pairing with The Cheese Traveler and check out the Armory's VIP Lounge - a rarely-seen gem of a room in Downtown Albany.
Sample five unique pairings featuring commentary by our producers and Mary Rizzo of the Cheese Traveler and take home a commemorative gift. Limited tickets available. Reserve your spot for the brand new pre-event VIP experience! Please note due to limited availability you must purchase tickets in advance online. Tickets will NOT be available for purchase as the door.

TICKET PRICES
General Admission: $35, $45 at the door - card only
VIP Experience Admission: $65 (Tickets NOT available at the door)
Designated Driver: $5 (No glass or tastings, but you can enjoy the atmosphere, good company, and purchase sealed beverages to go.)
Taxes and fees additional on all tickets including tickets purchased at the door.

Have you earned a FREE TICKET by completing your Passport? Watch your inbox in the coming days for a message from us about accessing your non-transferable ticket.

Please have your ticket printed or ready to be scanned at the door the day of the event.