The event calendar is always in a state-of-flux. Check back often for recent additions!
01 Thursday
"The Jester"Beer Tapping at Twisted Pine Twisted Pine Brewing Company will be celebrating this April Fools Day by tapping a beer called "The Jester." We don't want to reveal too much about this beer, but the brewers have come up with something special. Some might call the beer insane, ridiculous or crazy. Stop by after 3pm to find out how this beer tastes, looks and smells. Available April 1st only! www.twistedpinebrewing.com
02 Friday
Depuceleuse Barrel-Aged Wild Ale release tasting and Bottle event Avery taproom, 5-8pm. The beer has spoken, and she is ready to be sipped and savored! After a year spent in zinfandel wine barrels in our barrel-aging cellars, Depuceleuse has matured and is primed to be bottled. Join us on Friday, April 2nd at the Avery Tap Room to celebrate the limited release of this sour cherry masterpiece! A 100% brettanomyces fermentation gives this brew lots 'o funk throughout, intertwined with pungent elements of sour cherries, delicate aromas of aged wood and a gentle spice thanks to the zinfandel barrels. www.averybrewing.com
03 Saturday
Breckenridge Massive Beer Festival The Breckenridge Massive Beer Festival is back on Saturday, April 3rd from 12:00 to 5:00 pm for a day of beer tasting from over twenty breweries, free live music from Fried Grease, Filthy Children, and Chuck Prophet, fantastic mountain views and unlimited fun! Breweries include: Alaskan Brewing, Avery Brewing, Boulder Beer, Breckenridge Brewery, Bristol Brewing, Crazy Mountain Brewing, Del Norte Brewing, Deschutes Brewery, The Grand Lake Brewing Company, Grand Teton Brewing Company, Great Divide Brewing Company, Kona Brewery, Left Hand Brewing , Odell Brewing, Oskar Blues Brewery, Ska Brewing Company, Sam Adams, Stone Brewing, Upslope Brewing. www.breckenridge.com
07 Wednesday
Aspen Brewing Co. Beer Pairing Dinner at N9NE Steakhouse in Aspen Please save the date as Aspen Brewing is organizing their 3rd edition of "Beer is the New Wine". Hosted by N9NE Steakhouse (414 E. Hyman Ave.), 5 delicious courses will be prepared by head chef Robbie Wilson, each accompanied by a different Aspen brew. Please call N9NE (970-920-1090) to make reservations as seating is limited to 50 guests. aspenbrewingcompany.com
17 Saturday
Trinity Brewing Saison and Farmhouse Festival Sat, April 17, 12pm - 4pm
Trinity Brewing Co.
Price is $35, which includes responsible tasting, a commemrative glass, and a special menu from our kitchen built from 100% colorado ingredients! www.trinitybrew.com
Boulder Beer Pearl Street Scavenger Hunt Details to be announced. www.boulderbeer.com
20 Tuesday
Craft Beer Tasting Series at Pumphouse Brewery in Longmont This month's topic: India Pale Ales with guest speaker: Doug Odell of Odell Brewing Company. Limited seating for each session, Tickets are $25 and available at the Pumphouse Brewery or by reservation at Pumphousetastings@hotmail.com. Each ticket includes all beer and special appetizers. We are also offering a 4-Pack of tasting tickets, one for each tasting, for $80. www.pumphousebrewery.com
22 Thursday
Earth Day Brewers Dinner Enjoy tasting Asher Brewing's organic Ales on Thursday April 22, Earth Day, at the Chautauqua Dining Hall, 900 Baseline Road, Boulder. A five course dinner prepared with and paired with Asher organic ales. Tickets are $48 per person. Reservations call 303 440-3776 or contact their website, www.dininghall.com
23 Friday
18th Annual Microbreweries for the Environment Since 1993, the Microbreweries for the Environment benefit has raised over $110,000 for local environmental causes. The proceeds from this year's benefit will further the environmental efforts of University of Colorado Environmental Center, Mothers Acting Up, CU Going Local, and Wildlands Restoration Volunteers.
Twenty Colorado microbreweries serve their best beers for only $2 each.
The evening's entertainment features music by Mountain Standard Time and Onda's Latin Grass All-Stars. www.bouldertheater.com
25 Sunday
Autism Benefit at Twisted Pine Brewing Company Twisted Pine Brewing Company is opening up its doors for a fun-filled fundraiser featuring the Colorado Autism Society. There will be a silent auction with items from 2010 Great American Beer Festival Tickets to autographed golf memorabilia. In addition to the silent auction we are bringing back Brewery Olympics. Brewery Olympics is competition consisting of events such as blind keg tapping, a frozen t-shirt contest, ridiculous relay race, beer trivia and a chug off. Teams of 2-6 people will compete for Twisted Pine Gear, gift certificates and bragging rights. This event is part of a series of fundraisers Twisted Pine will be hosting throughout the summer. The $15 entry fee and 30% of total sales will be donated to the Colorado Autism Society. www.twistedpinebrewing.com.
29 Thursday
The Taste THE TASTE is one of Larimer County's premier events featuring many of our finest locally owned restaurants, wineries and breweries, along with an incredible silent auction, and live music by Mark Sloniker and friends. THE TASTE is an annual charity event benefiting Food Bank for Larimer County and Neighbor to Neighbor. Generous support from sponsors of THE TASTE ensures that these key community agencies are able to help struggling families in Larimer County meet their basic needs for food and housing. www.tastebenefit.org
30 Friday
Boulder Strong Ale Festival Featuring over 70 of the best strong ales (beers >8%abv) in the nation. We'll host two sessions again this year, one on Friday evening, 5-10pm, and another on Saturday afternoon, 12-5pm. This year's event will be held in the Avery Tap Room. Tickets are $30 apiece. Mark your calendars now!! www.averybrewing.com
More Events (Multiple Dates, Week & Month Long)
Thursday Music Series at the Avery Tap Room The Avery Tap Room now has local musicians showcasing their acoustic talents every Thursday evening. Stop by, have a brew and enjoy the tunes!
Sunday Open-Mic
Open Mic Sundays hosted by Hotfoot from 2:30 - 6:00 PM at the Avery Tap Room. Bands interested in playing should be at the Tap Room by 2pm to sign up with Shawn from Hotfoot. Email kellner(at)averybrewing.com with any questions.
"Tunes Every Tuesday" Trinity has an extensive event list each month. Check out their site for details.
Every Tuesday Pint Night Buy a logo pint glass for $4.69 and get one free fill and $2.69 refills day of purchase.
Each month on a Thursday, tap a new beer, complimentary glasses from 6:00-6:30 Check individual Rock Bottoms for dates and brews.
Monthly pool tournaments On the first Thursday of every month, put your skills to the test in a double-elimination pool tournament, starting at 8pm. There is a $10 entry fee.
If you have a beer related event that you would like us to add to the calendar, please send an email with the necessary information. If possible, please include a picture.
