January 31, 2026

Join us for the 13th annual celebration of American craft beer with 50+ breweries and 200+ styles of beer at the Waterfire Arts Center.

Tickets

Event Info

1.31.26

Join us for the 13th annual celebration of American craft beer with 50+ breweries and 200+ styles of beer at the Waterfire Arts Center

Tickets

Course Map

50+ Breweries

All-samples-included tasting from 50+ local and national breweries.

Giveaway Glass

All attendees receive a branded pint glass. 2026 design coming soon!

Food Vendors

Enjoy food samples from select vendors and hearty eats available for purchase.

Attending Breweries

2026 vendors announced on a rolling basis. Many more to come!

Event Info

Join us on Saturday, January 31, 2026 for the 13th annual Rhode Island Brew Fest — the state’s biggest celebration of American craft beer. Sample from 50+ breweries and over 200 styles across two sessions: 1:00–4:00 PM and 5:30–8:30 PM. Your ticket includes unlimited samples, access to food vendors, and more. Every attendee will receive a custom glass upon exit.

Tickets

2026 tickets are on sale Friday, October 24th! Purchase opening weekend for the best price!

Schedule	General Admission	DD
General Admission	$60	$20
At the Doors	$70	$30

What Do I Get?

All General Admission tickets include entry to a 3-hour session with unlimited beer samples and a branded pint glass. Designated Driver tickets include entry, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, and a pint glass.

The Rhode Island Fest is a private 21+ event—no one under 21 will be admitted.

Finer Details

1

The Festival has two sessions. Session 1: 1:00 – 4:00 PM, Session 2: 5:30 – 8:30 PM.
2
Check-in will begin a 1/2 hour before the gates open.
3

The event is indoors, however the line to get inside often snakes outside the building so dress accordingly.
4
This is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted. No exceptions.
5
IDs are checked at the entrance.
6

Please print your tickets or have the barcode ready on your smartphones for fast check-in
7
We love dogs too, but sorry, NO DOGS allowed in the festival unless they are a service animal.
8

All attendees are handed a plastic sampling cup upon ENTERING the event.
9
All attendees will pick up a commemorative glass as they EXIT the event.
10
Event merchandise and shirts will be available for sale on site.
11

In the event of extreme and severe weather forecasted, the festival may be canceled or altered after organizers consult with public safety officers. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS in the event of an extreme weather cancellation.
12

Tickets are refundable up to 30 days out from the Festival. In the event that you cannot attend past the refund date, and have tickets, you are welcome to gift or sell them. The RI Brew Fest is not responsible for private transactions regarding ticket resale.

2026 Festival

Saturday, January 31

1:00pm – 4:00pm: Session One
5:30pm – 8:30pm: Session Two

Location

Waterfire Arts Center

Our home since 2019, the Rhode Island Brew Fest is held in the beautiful Main Hall at The WaterFire Arts Center at 475 Valley Street in Providence.

Parking

Parking is available directly onsite at the Arts Center and the surrounding lots on a first-come, first-served basis (map).

Enjoy Responsibly

We ask that you please prepare accordingly and enjoy the Rhode Island Brew Fest safely by designating a driver, using ride shares or calling a taxi in advance.