It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of this year's Blackburn Brew Fest, scheduled for Saturday, September 16, 2023. Our safety advisors have made the call that tomorrow will just not be a safe event with the current forecast of extreme weather featuring high winds gusts of up to 60mph and Tropical Storm Warning. The tents, live music, and portable restrooms weren't meant for that amount of wind (and no one wants that story to tell). We know Howard Blackburn would have powered through the storm, but this is 2023 and your safety is our first priority.
We unfortunately cannot refund tickets due to the high cost of preparing for this year’s event. But if you've already purchased tickets, you will automatically receive a complimentary ticket to next year’s Blackburn Brew Fest. Please give us time to process those transfers.
We were so lucky last year to have perfect weather and this only our second year, so thank you for your patience with us as we encountered Hurricane Lee. We will work to expand our plans for next year to include a rain date so we can hopefully avoid the disappointment of this year.
Please consider visiting our participating brewers, sponsors and vendors at their locations in light of the cancelation.
Once again, we extend our deepest apologies for this unfortunate cancellation and thank you for your continued support of Blackburn Brew Fest. Stay safe, and we can't wait to raise a glass with you next year.
Blackburn Brew Fest 2023
Experience one of the best views on Cape Ann with a cold beer in your hand this September. Located next to the beach on the historic Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, sample hundreds of beers, ciders, and meads brewed by close to 40 Commonwealth breweries.
Benefiting the Cape Ann Community Foundation, there is only one session on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Featuring Live Music, local food, vendors, non-alcoholic drinks, and more.
Presented by the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and NEXTGEN Young Professionals.
General Admission Tickets
(1pm - 5pm) $50
This tickets includes beer sampling, and access to food vendors.
Designated Driver Tickets
(1pm-5pm) $10
This ticket grants access to the Festival to individuals who will not be drinking.
Blackburn Brew Fest is a 21+ event.
No one under the legal age will be admitted, including children, infants and babies. No pets allowed.
All Tickets are Nonrefundable
Lone Voyager & Festival Namesake
Who Was Captain Howard Blackburn?
Learn More about the larger-than-life Cape Ann resident, Barkeep, & Sailor
Location
Stage Fort Park
26 Hough Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
We ask that you please plan a ride home ahead of time and prepare accordingly to enjoy the Brew Fest. Consider designating a driver, using the CATA Ride App, or reserving a taxi in advance.
Parking at Stage Fort Park is FREE. Restrooms are located nearby at the Visitors Center (with portable restrooms inside the fenced event).
The beach is handicap accessible with a concrete ramp leading down to Half Moon Beach.
Attending Breweries 2023
Attendees of Blackburn Brew Fest enjoy unlimited sampling of all attending breweries. All beer, cider, and mead is purchased directly from the breweries in order to support the craft brew industry. New breweries updated weekly.
Food & Entertainment
Live Music
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Proceeds benefit the Cape Ann Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization established in 2015 that award grants to community, social needs, and arts organizations. www.LoveCapeAnn.com
Learn More about Ways to Participate and Partner by Clicking Here
