Gift idea: Columbus Winter Beerfest Discounted Tickets

The annual Columbus Winter Beerfest returns to the Greater Columbus Convention Center in 2022, but not as originally planned for January 21-22. The new date for the Winter Beerfest is April 15-16, 2022.

This delicious and boozy event will have over 350 craft beers available for sampling, and live music. Regular admission for the tasting is $45-$55 if purchase in advance. You will get 25 tasting tickets, each good for the samples of your choice, plus a 5 oz. tasting cup (that’s a lot of ounces).

Bring a DD – designated drivers get in for $25 (must be 21 or over) and get unlimited water or soft drinks, plus a $5 food voucher.

You can also choose to go VIP for $45 – $70, and you’ll get in the door at 6:30 pm – an hour early – to start your tasting, plus you’ll get an 8 oz. souvenir glass for your samples. These will sell out, so get yours now! They are on sale for $50 through Christmas (unless they sell out!).

If your standards are high, you choose the Connoisseur Package for $80-$95, which includes VIP Early Admission benefits, Special Souvenir Glass, and Access into the Connoisseur Reception Area, appetizers, premium beer, and more.

This was a really fun event, and I think the VIP was worth it when I went a few years ago because you could try the most popular samples before the event gets more crowded. Some of the lines get long fast, so head try your top picks before it gets too busy! Plus you’ll have a chance to snag a table for your group to congregate around.

Click here to purchase your tickets for Columbus Winter Beerfest – well, now Spring Beerfest!