If you’re planning a trip to Juneau in late September, the Capital Brewfest 2024 is a can’t-miss event. Join other beer enthusiasts for a day of tastings, activities and fun as you sample the unique flavors Juneau has to offer. The event takes place at Centennial Hall in downtown Juneau.
About Capital Brewfest 2024 in Juneau
First, here are the crucial details you’ll need to attend Capital Brewfest in Juneau.
Date: September 28, 2024
Time: 1-5 p.m. (or noon-5 p.m. for VIP ticketholders)
Location: Centennial Hall, 101 Egan Dr, Juneau, AK 99801
Cost: $40 per ticket or $65 per ticket for VIPs
You must be 21 years of age to participate.
Now let’s learn a bit more about the event and its story. The event is in its 12th year, regularly bringing in unique brews from all over Alaska and the lower 48 states. Plus, you’ll enjoy good food and live music from local artists.
If you’re not a big beer drinker, you can still enjoy this event as you’ll have the chance to enjoy wines and meads in addition to a variety of beers. This year’s event will include non-alcoholic brews for individuals to taste and enjoy, though you’ll still need to be 21 to get into the event.
It serves as a major fundraiser for the Juneau Rotary Club, which aids in supporting the local economy and making Juneau a better place to live and work. The club’s most recent development was an outdoor shelter at Fish Creek to help visitors and locals enjoy the outdoors.
The club also provides an annual scholarship, helps eliminate poverty and supports youth programs.
Alaska’s Beer Scene
Alaska is home to more than 40 breweries throughout the state. It is ranked eighth in the nation for breweries per capita.
These breweries work to bring the heritage and culture of Alaska to life for your taste buds. You’ll taste spirit, creativity and uniqueness in every sip.
While Alaska imports many of its brewing ingredients, one special ingredient stands out and makes the beer unique: water. Alaska has one of the cleanest and most abundant sources of water from glacial ice and snowmelt. The water is cold and soft, making it a brewer’s dream. 90 percent of beer is water, making these brews a unique experience.
But reaching all of Alaska’s 40 breweries in one trip is challenging. Some require that you take a boat or airplane ride from various Alaskan regions. That’s where the Capital Brewfest offers a truly unique experience for vacationers.
If you’re a beer enthusiast, a trip to Juneau in late September is well worth it because it saves you time and money of traveling around the state to enjoy the various brews.
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Juneau’s Breweries
While breweries are popular throughout the state, Juneau is home to some delicious and notable beers. Take a look at these craft producers.
Barnaby Brewing Company
Location: 165 Shattuck Way, Juneau, AK 99801
Hours: Daily 3-8 p.m.
Barnaby Brewing Company brews American-style ales with local ingredients. You’ll find high ABV stouts and barley wines at the taproom. If you can’t make it to Capital Brewfest, head to the brewery for growler fills and homemade popcorn and meat and cheese plates. You can also sit and stay awhile with food from local restaurants that you have delivered to the brewery.
Forbidden Peak Brewery
Location: 11798 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, AK 99801
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Enjoy Auke Bay as you sip unique beer, hard seltzer, soda and cold brew coffee at Forbidden Peak Brewery. Order your brews online and pick up in store for a fast and easy process. Or sit and stay for a bit as you chat with locals and soak up the atmosphere. The large patio with an outdoor bar is a great place to relax for an afternoon or evening to end your day of adventures in Juneau.
Red Spruce AK is a global street food eatery with a location inside the Forbidden Peak Brewery Taproom. Its menu features many great bar food options including the crispy Alaskan rockfish burger.
Alaskan Brewing Company
Location: 5364 Commercial Blvd., Juneau, AK 99801
Hours: Daily 12-7 p.m.
Stop in for brews all year long and experience why Alaskan Brewing Company is an award-winning brew. The knowledgeable staff is ready to help you select the best beverage based on your preferences. And when we say beverage, we don’t just mean beer. You can enjoy a variety of hard seltzers, sodas, read-to-drink cocktails and more.
Bring your growler or crowler can for fills to take back to your Juneau hotel or other accommodation. Or purchase bottled or canned beer to take home to share with loved ones as a taste of Alaska.
The brewery is designed to welcome locals and travelers alike to sit and enjoy their favorite brews. It partners with food trucks to bring local cuisine on site to enjoy relaxing days in the crisp Alaskan air.
View the brewery operations to learn more about how beer is made. You’ll need an ID to enter but minors can join as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
Devil’s Club Brewing Company
Location: 100 N. Franklin St., Juneau, AK 99801
Hours: Sunday and Monday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
If you’re visiting Juneau via a cruise ship, Devil’s Club Brewing Company is an easy location to visit. Located in Juneau’s downtown historic district, it’s just a short walk from the cruise ship dock. Along the way, you’ll see neat sites and attractions, such as the Governor’s Mansion and Alaska State Museum.
The brewery serves contemporary-style European brews with a modern take. Enjoy beer on tap or purchase bottles or cans to take home with you to remember your Alaskan brewery adventures.
If you are hosting an event, Devil’s Club Brewing Company now has an event space for rent in the lower level.
Where to Stay for Capital Brewfest in Juneau
Capital Brewfest takes place in downtown Juneau. However, if you want to get out of the hustle of the city life, stay at Frontier Suites near the Juneau airport. You’ll enjoy a more remote setting and the ability to get to hiking trails faster and hop over to Mendenhall Glacier when you aren’t out enjoying Alaska’s beer scene.
Frontier Suites offers a unique stay where you’ll have a full kitchen in your room. Spend your money on beer tastings at one of the four local breweries instead of ordering out every meal. Cook breakfast in your hotel before sightseeing or relax back in your room in the evening with a canned or bottled brew you’ve picked up through your travels.
Book your stay now to secure space during one of Juneau’s premier annual events.
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