Craft Lager Festival 2008
Soda Springs Park, Manitou Springs, CO

Drink a beer save a Tree! Come taste beers from Hawaii to Boston! The fest includes a presentation of awards for exceptional lagers, music by Grass it up and Big Paddy, unlimited sampling (within reason) and a commemorative tasting glass. All profits from this event are donated to Pikes Peak region open spaces!

1pm - 6pm | $25

24th Annual Taste of Grand County
Winter Park Resort base area

Lovers of gourmet food, fine wines and hand-crafted beers shouldn't miss this opportunity to sample and enjoy a wide array of food and beverages. Highlights include: wine, beer and food tasting; a silent auction; and live entertainment.  All festival-goers will receive a commemorative wine glass or beer pilsner and unlimited samples of food and drink.

11am - 3pm | $40 (Advance), $45 (At The Door)

2008 SummerFest Music Series
Old South Pearl Street, South Denver

Blues & Brews will feature top national and local Blues musicians and bands, among them revered Delta bluesman Tommy Thomas and the Erica Brown Band, who recently represented Colorado at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Take the ride in, enjoy some great brews from the likes of Breckenridge Brewery, New Belgium, Left Hand and many more as you hear some of the best music around for just a buck!

1pm - 10pm | $1 admission (for music), beer sold by pint