Join us for the 14th annual celebration of American craft beer with 50+ breweries and 200+ styles of beer at the Waterfire Arts Center.

All-samples-included tasting from 50+ local and national breweries. All attendees receive a branded pint glass. Enjoy food samples from select vendors and hearty eats available for purchase. 2027 vendors announced on a rolling basis. 2026 vendors pictured below. Join us on Saturday, January 30, 2027 for the 14th 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. 2027 Tickets go on sale on Monday, 10/19/26. 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. The Festival has two sessions. Session 1: 1:00 – 4:00 PM, Session 2: 5:30 – 8:30 PM. The event is indoors, however the line to get inside often snakes outside the building so dress accordingly. Please print your tickets or have the barcode ready on your smartphones for fast check-in All attendees are handed a plastic sampling cup upon ENTERING the event. 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. 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. 1:00pm – 4:00pm: Session One 5:30pm – 8:30pm: Session Two 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 is available directly onsite at the Arts Center and the surrounding lots on a first-come, first-served basis (map). 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. Please review our website first, but if you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Brewery or vendor interested in sampling at the RI Brew Fest? Please reach out to Claire Akin at [email protected]. 2027 vendors announced on a rolling basis. 2026 vendors below.