Buffalo Tap & Craft Festival
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Buffalo RiverWorks | 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, NY
Thank you to our fantastic sponsors: The Lock Tender, Sheraton Hotel, GoNetspeed and Timothy J. Hennessy, PLLC
What is the Tap & Craft Festival?
The Tap & Craft Festival is a tasting event, featuring 30+ breweries and beverage brands and 20+ artisan vendors from across the region and beyond. Guests can enjoy a tasting event, artisan vendors, and live music on the scenic Buffalo waterfront.
When and where is the event?
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Venue: Buffalo RiverWorks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo, NY 14203
Parking: Free onsite parking is available
What are the session times?
VIP Session: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Early access to the festival and all brands, first and exclusive pours, and a more intimate tasting experience
General Session: 4:00 – 7:00 PM
How much are tickets?
VIP *SOLD OUT*
General Admission: $35 pre-sale | $50 at the door (only 200 available at the door) www.tapandcraft.com
Designated Driver: $10 (includes bottled water)
Pre-sale tickets are available at www.tapandcraft.com. Door tickets are limited and not guaranteed.
At the door we take cash, credit, Applepay and Venmo.
Who’s pouring this year?
Our best pour list ever includes:
West Kill Brewing • Other Half Brewing • Strangebird • Talking Cursive Brewing Co. • Briar Brothers Brewing Co. • Tree Hugger Cider • Brewery Ardennes • Hartman’s Distilling Co. • Nomxd Brew Co. • 3 Sons Brewing Co. • Eli Fish • Bee Spit Meadery • Shankys Whip • Imprint Beer Co. • Heavy Reel Brewing Co. • Urban Artifact • Trillium Brewing Co. • Drekker Brewing Co. • Dancing Gnome Beer • WeldWerks Brewing Co. • TRoEGS Independent Brewing • The Drowned Lands • Lake Hour • Evil Twin Brewing • Brazen • Spotted Octopus • Lock One Distilling • Pearl Street Brewing Co. • Long Drink
Is there live music?
Yes! Dead Alliance Buffalo, a Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band tribute, will perform live 3-5:30.
Will there be food?
Yes — food is available for purchase at Buffalo RiverWorks during the festival.
Any perks?
Oh yeah. Show your wristband at Briar Brothers Brewing Co. on Saturday, after the event, for $6.
BOGO draft and 15% off a food, to-go or merch order over $30 at The Lock Tender (one time offer, valid from October 4 to December 7) Lock Tender offer only applies to pre-sale Eventbrite tickets and paper tickets purchased at the Lock Tender
How do I enter the event?
Check in at the registration area inside Buffalo RiverWorks. Please bring your 21+ valid photo ID along with your ticket (printed or mobile).
Where is the event, within RiverWorks?
Main floor, visible from the front entrance.
Can I bring kids or pets?
No. Tap & Craft is a 21+ event only. No minors or pets will be admitted. If you have a service dog, please email cheers@tapandcraft.com
What if it rains?
The event is held indoors at Buffalo RiverWorks, so it will take place rain or shine.
Is re-entry allowed?
Yes, but you must keep your wristband on for re-entry.
As we are so close to the event, refunds are no longer provided.