Blackburn Brew Fest

Experience one of the best views on Cape Ann with a cold beer in your hand. Located next to the beach at the historic Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, sample dozens of beers, ciders, hard seltzers and meads brewed by over 20 local craft breweries. For the first time ever, Blackburn Brewfest is now a summer evening event! There is only one session on Saturday, July 18th, 2026 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Featuring Live Music, local food vendors, non-alcoholic drinks, and more.

Presented by the Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and NEXT GEN Young Professionals.

The full list of Breweries and Partners will be updated online at: BlackburnBrewFest.com

Blackburn Brew Fest is a 21+ event.

No one under the legal age will be admitted, including children, infants and babies. No pets allowed.

Parking

Free parking is available at Stage Fort Park beginning at 5pm. Guests who arrive before 5pm may be subject to the park's $35 fee charged between the hours of 9am - 5pm.

Rain Date

The festival is rain or shine but will move from Saturday, July 18, to Sunday, July 18 in the event of extreme weather.

Extreme Weather Policy

The festival is rain or shine. In the event of extreme severe weather in the forecast, the festival may be cancelled by the organizing committee or by public safety officials. There are no refunds in the event of an extreme weather cancellation.

Registration Policy

Tickets are non-refundable. In the event that you cannot attend after purchasing, you are welcome to give the tickets to another age appropriate adult or sell them. Blackburn Brew Fest is not responsible for private transactions or ticket resales.

Onsite Safety

All patrons are subject to search upon entry of the brew festival grounds. Please note all items that are confiscated or voluntarily surrendered WILL NOT be held or returned.

List of prohibited items:

• Drugs, drug paraphernalia, or illegal substances of any kind
• Cigarettes, Cigars, Lighters, or Tobacco of any kind – Blackburn Brew Fest is a No Smoking Festival.
• Outside food
• Backpacks (bags can be no larger than 12” x 12”)
• Weapons of any kind (or anything deemed a weapon by security)
• Cans, canteens, flasks, glass bottles
• Any container of liquid other than 1 factory-sealed bottle of water (plastic only)
• Pets (only approved service dogs)
• Bicycles, scooters, and personal motorized vehicles
• Musical instruments
• Walkie Talkies
• Sleeping bags and tarps (no overnight camping)
• Umbrellas
• Totem poles or flag sticks
• Fake IDs – they will be confiscated, and your wristband will be cut without a refund.

Event Sponsors

Growler Sponsors: Cape Ann Savings Bank

Pint Sponsors: BankGloucester

Flight Sponsors: Burgin Platner Company

In-Kind Sponsors: Black Earth Compost | Brooks Gibson Company | Streamography

Interested in sponsoring Blackburn Brewfest? Email info@blackburnbrewfest.com for more information!