10th Annual Pints 4 Paws Homebrewing and Craft Beer Festival

It’s time once again for the Annapolis Home Brew Club’s Annual Pints 4 Paws Homebrewing and Craft Beer Festival, benefiting the SPCA of Anne Arundel County! This year, we’re proud to celebrate our 10th anniversary of this awesome event. Get ready for a day filled with delicious brews and furry friends all while benefiting a great cause.

Your ticket includes samples of more than 50 homebrews and craft beers from a variety of local breweries, plus a commemorative tasting glass. Multiple food trucks will be on site serving up great eats. More details on participating food trucks and breweries will be announced in the coming weeks.

Craft Breweries Pouring: Pherm Brewing, Mully's, Unauthorized, Heavy Seas, Forward Brewing.

Craft RTD Cocktails Pouring: Good Boy Vodka

Live entertainment will be provided by Blues in a Blender, an amazing local band serving up crowd favorites from the Grateful Dead, R&B, blues, and more.

Pints 4 Paws will feature a variety of local vendors, a silent auction, raffles, and plenty of other fun throughout the day.

Ticket Prices

• Advanced General Admission: $45
• Day-of General Admission: $55
• VIP Admission: $75
• Designated Driver: $10

VIP Perks

A limited number of VIP tickets will be available for $75. VIP admission includes:

• One hour early entry
• Access to the VIP tent
• A dedicated VIP Port-O-John
• Snacks, water
• Exclusive beers from: Sapwood Cellars, Oliver Brewing, Checkerspot Brewing, and others to be announced

Pet & Family Friendly

This is an animal-friendly event, so bring your leashed furry friends! Shaded tents, water stations, and rest areas will be provided. The SPCA mobile unit will also be on site with adoptable animals.

• Kids under age 18 are free with an accompanied adult ticket holder.

Important Information

• Please bring your ticket (either printed or mobile) and a photo ID with you. All attendees sampling alcohol must be at least 21 years old. Guests without a valid ID will not be permitted to sample.
• Guests are welcomed to bring lawn chairs, blankets, strollers and wagons, as well as rain umbrellas
• Do not bring glass containers, pop-up tents, or beach umbrellas
• Outside alcohol and food is not permitted.
  
  We are expecting great weather, but Pints 4 Paws is a “Rain or Shine” event. In the event of severe weather, attendees are advised to seek shelter until the weather passes.

Event Details

• Date: May 30, 2026 from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM. VIP ticket holders may enter up to 1 hour before start time, beginning at 1 p.m.
• Location: 550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis MD, 21401.Enter through Gate 5 on the West side of Taylor Ave.
• Event Parking is $10 per vehicle. We encourage carpooling and ride-sharing. As always, please drive responsibly and make use of designated drivers.

SPCA of Anne Arundel County

The SPCA of Anne Arundel County is a private, nonprofit animal welfare organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. Founded in 1920, it is the largest and oldest organization of its kind in the county, dedicated to protecting companion animals from cruelty and neglect. The SPCA provides shelter, medical care, and adoption services for homeless animals, while also promoting humane education, low-cost spay and neuter programs, and community outreach. Known for its high lifesaving rate and commitment to caring for animals regardless of age or condition, the organization plays a vital role in advocating for animal welfare throughout the region.

On behalf of the Annapolis Homebrew Club, thank you for your support and enjoy the event!