2026 Glens Falls Brewfest Weekend

About this event

Join us for the 2026 Glens Falls Brewfest Weekend, a three-day celebration of craft beverages, community, and winter fun in downtown Glens Falls. Presented by the Feeder Canal Alliance, this popular event brings together regional brewers, live entertainment, local vendors, and great food while supporting a meaningful cause.

100% of proceeds benefit the Feeder Canal Alliance to preserve, promote, and maintain the historic Feeder Canal

Glens Falls Brewfest Main Event

Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Queensbury Hotel

The Glens Falls Brewfest Main Event takes place at the historic Queensbury Hotel and features two separate three-hour tasting sessions held in the afternoon and evening. Multiple sessions give attendees flexibility and help create a relaxed, more personal experience with brewers and vendors.

During each session, attendees can enjoy:

• Craft beer tastings
• Live entertainment
• Local vendors
• Food trucks
• Cornhole and other games

Glens Falls Brewfest Weekend Events

The Feeder Canal Alliance presents a week-long celebration of the regional craft beverage community. While the main event takes over the weekend, the festivities start early with trivia nights and tours across our favorite local haunts. 100% of proceeds benefit the preservation of the historic Feeder Canal.

The Pre-Game: Trivia Week

• Monday, March 16 | 7:00 PM: Trivia Night at Common Roots Brewing
• Wednesday, March 18 | 7:00 PM: Trivia Night at Mean Max Brew Works
• Thursday, March 19 | 7:00 PM: Trivia Night at Northway Brewing Co.

Brewfest Weekend Schedule

Friday, March 20: Brewery Fun

• 3:00 PM: Brewery Tour at Common Roots Brewing
• 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Dart Tournament & Beer Bingo at Mean Max Brew Works

Saturday, March 21: The Main Event

• 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Winter Meltdown Spicy Food Festival at The Shirt Factory. Pair your brews with the heat! Featuring food trucks, guest vendors, and spicy specials.
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Glens Falls Brewfest Main Event at The Queensbury Hotel.
  • Session 1: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Session 2: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Includes: Craft beer tastings, live music, food samples, and a souvenir glass.

Sunday, March 22: Beer-Themed Events

• 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Slickfin Brewing Pop-up @ Fire Mission Smokehouse & Taproom (126 Glen Street).
  • Noon – 8:00 PM: Craft Beer, Michelada & Bloody Mary Specials.
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Trivia with the "Trivia Dude."
• 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Open Brewery Tours at Northway Brewing Co.
  • Includes: 1/2 price beers for Brewfest attendees and FREE PLAY on the new disc golf simulator.

Whether you are a craft beer enthusiast or simply looking for a fun winter weekend with friends, the 2026 Glens Falls Brewfest offers plenty of ways to sample great beer, enjoy local entertainment, and support a local nonprofit.