Best Beer Festivals in Vermont (2026)

2 festivals across 2 cities

Vermont hosts 2 beer festivals, ranging from Regional to Major events. The biggest draws 6,000+ attendees; the oldest has run since 1991.

Together these festivals pour from 60+ breweries.

2
Festivals
6,000+
Largest
Vermont Brewers Festival
1991
Oldest
Vermont Brewers Festival
60+
Total Breweries

By Season

Summer

Vermont Brewers Festival

Burlington Waterfront Park
Jul 17-18, 2026 $60 advance / $65 day-of 6,000+ attendees Major

Fall

Mad River Glen Brewfest

Fayston Mad River Glen
Sep 19, 2026 $55-60 ~800 attendees Regional

All 2 Beer Festivals in Vermont

#1

Vermont Brewers Festival

Burlington Waterfront Park
Jul 17-18, 2026 $60 advance / $65 day-of 6,000+ attendees Major
#2

Mad River Glen Brewfest

Fayston Mad River Glen
Sep 19, 2026 $55-60 ~800 attendees Regional

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