Get your tasting glasses ready (we’re kidding, you can find them there). The 15th annual San Diego Brew Festival is returning this summer, promising a perfect afternoon of craft beer, great food, and live entertainment. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Liberty Station, this year’s festival is gearing up to be the ultimate celebration of SoCal’s thriving beer culture. And really – where else but in the Craft Beer Capital of America?!
Whether you’re a long-term craft lover or just looking for a fun weekend activity with friends, here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 San Diego Brew Fest.
San Diego Brew Fest – when & where
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 8, 2026. The festivities will take place from 12 to 4 PM at Preble Field in NTC Park at Liberty Station (2455 Cushing Road, San Diego, CA 92106).
What to expect: pours, bites, and fun
The festival is bringing together an impressive lineup to satisfy every palate. You can look forward to:
- An impressive beer selection: enjoy unlimited samples of over 200 different beers from more than 70 local and regional breweries.
- Local eats: beer and food go hand in hand – but you already know that. The festival will feature 10 of San Diego’s top food trucks.
- Amazing entertainment: Beyond the tasting tents, you can jam out to live cover bands and challenge your friends to various lawn games.
Tickets for the San Diego Brew Fest
Tickets are already available, with 2 main tiers depending on how you want to experience the festival:
- GA ($50): Grants you entry from 1 PM to 4 PM. It includes unlimited beer samples, live music, and access to all the food trucks.
- Early admission ($65): Want to beat the crowds? Early Admission gets you in an hour earlier. During this exclusive first hour, breweries will be pouring specialty beers you won’t find during the general admission window.
- Designated drivers: If you’re driving your friends, DD tickets are available for just $20 cash at the door.
