Fest-of-Ale

Fest-of-Ale
October 20, 2023
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Missouri Botanical Garden
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Advance ticket sales are now closed, tickets may be purchased at the door during the Fest-of-Ale.



Join the Young Friends of the Garden for the 16th annual Fest-of-Ale presented by Midwest BankCentre.

Fest-of-Ale celebrates local breweries as they bring their best offerings to the Garden for tastings. Attendees receive a commemorative tasting glass and can sample beers from over 20 of the region's best breweries while enjoying live music and the Garden's fall scenery.

Event proceeds benefit the Garden's Outdoor Youth Corps education and workforce development program, which connects St. Louis region youth ages 16 to 24 with environmental stewardship projects, community engagement opportunities, and potential environmental careers.


This year's Biggest Beer Basket West of the Mississippi is sponsored by FORVIS and Jessie and Ron Mueller. 


Ticket price includes a commemorative glass, beer sampling, and live music by Wax Museum. Food available for purchase from Catering St. Louis and STL Snowcone.



$40 Garden members
$50 Nonmembers
$15 Designated drivers

All attendees must be at least 21 years of age. Fest-of-Ale is a rain or shine event. In the case of inclement weather, tastings areas may be moved indoors.

2023 Brewery Partners Check back soon for updates to our growing list!

2nd Shift Brewing
4 Hands Brewing Co.
Alpha Brewing Company
Bluewood Brewing
Boulevard Brewing Company
Brick River Cider
Earthbound Beer
Excel Brewing
Ferguson Brewing Co.
Good News Brewing Company
Logboat Brewing
Main & Mill Brewing Company
Millpond Brewing
Minglewood Brewery
Narrow Gauge Brewing Company
Perennial Artisan Ales
Rockwell Beer Co.
Sandy Valley Brewing Company
Schlafly Beer
Shortleaf Brewing
St. Louis Brews
St. Nicholas Brewing Company
The Old Bakery Beer Co
Two Plumbers
Urban Chestnut Brewing Company
Wild Sun Winery and Brewery