San Juan Brewfest

Name: San Juan Brewfest
Start: 2026-08-28T00:00
End: 2026-08-29T00:00
Location: 1250 Main Ave SW

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Buckley Park - Durango, Colorado

8/28/2026

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About this event

The San Juan Brewfest works to create a safe and fun environment for all attendees. By purchasing a ticket and/or participating in this event, you agree to the entry protocol and the following policies: **Care for Durango** Take the [**pledge**](https://www.durango.org/plan/care-for-durango/) to "Care for Durango" and stay healthy, be prepared, leave no trace, be firewise, and be respectful. The "Care for Durango" principles are the actions you can take to be conscientious and caring on your adventures in Durango. **Entry Requirements** Every attendee must be at least 21, have a valid ID and a valid ticket. No exceptions, make sure you bring your ID no matter your age. **Aggression/Harassment** The San Juan Brewfest has a zero-tolerance policy for aggression or harassment of any kind. Everyone should feel safe during the event, and we are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion. We do not tolerate any form of aggressive behavior or harassment of festival attendees, staff, volunteers, sponsors, or brewers. If a participant breaks these policies, they will be removed from the San Juan Brewfest and the proper authorities will be notified. If someone or something makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, no matter how minor it may seem, please report it immediately to any San Juan Brewfest staff member or security guard so the situation can be addressed. **Drugs (Including Marijuana)** No drugs of any kind are allowed inside the event area, including marijuana. While marijuana is legal in Colorado, it is NOT legal to consume it outside of your home or the home of someone who gives you permission to consume it. This includes flower and edibles, as well as marijuana paraphernalia. Prescription drugs are allowed as needed. **Smoking** Smoking is NOT allowed in Buckley Park, but you can go out into the street to smoke. Please be respectful of others around you and put your butt in the trash. **Outside Alcohol** No outside alcohol is allowed inside the event area. We have plenty for you to try! If anyone appears inebriated at the gate, the Brewfest reserves the right to deny entry. Wait until you get here! **Backpacks** Small backpacks are allowed, but are subject to search. Any item specifically noted here, or anything else the event staff deem to be harmful or dangerous, will be disposed of, or the attendee can come back at a later time after the item(s) have been taken elsewhere. **Chairs** One small camping chair per person is allowed. The Brewfest reserves the right to relocate your chair if it is in a high traffic area or an emergency access area. **Weapons** No weapons of any kind are allowed inside the event area. This includes, but is not limited to, firearms, knives, and explosives. Small pocket knives may be allowed, but at the discretion of the San Juan Brewfest staff and/or their designees. Leave it at home! **Pets** No pets of any kind are allowed inside the event area. The only exceptions are for legitimate service animals. Emotional support animals are NOT allowed. **Children** No children, or anyone under 21, are allowed inside the event area. This includes infants. **Water Bottles** EMPTY water bottles are allowed inside the event area. A free water station is available at the event to fill your water bottle. Anyone bringing in a full or partially full bottle will be required to empty it before entering. Only EMPTY water bottles are allowed! **Underage Drinking and Over-consumption** The Brewfest also has a zero tolerance policy for underage drinking. Anyone inside the San Juan Brewfest event area without a wristband will be removed from the event and the proper authorities will be contacted. A wristband indicates a valid ID has been shown. Additionally, the San Juan Brewfest staff and/or its designees can ask for any attendee's ID at any time during the event, even after entering the San Juan Brewfest event area. The San Juan Brewfest has a zero tolerance policy for over-consuming. Anyone who appears to be intoxicated prior to entering the event can be denied entry. Anyone inside the event area who is intoxicated will be removed from the event. Don't be a jerk, be of-age, and know your limits! This includes YOU! All policies apply to EVERYONE at the San Juan Brewfest, including vendors, volunteers, bands, etc. San Juan Brewfest staff and/or their designees have sole decision making authority on these issues, and their decisions are final. If you provided a phone number when purchasing your tickets, no information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purchases. * Bad Weather Plan Please bring rain gear to the Brewfest. We are a rain or shine event! If the rain gets heavy, everyone can gather up under the brewery tents. In the unlikely event that the weather turns really bad for a prolonged period, the event will close until the weather passes. Everyone will be asked to leave the event and shelter under overhangs or awnings, in their vehicle, or in Downtown businesses. Watch our social media for announcements about when to come back. [**Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/thesanjuanbrewfest)and[**Instagram.**](https://www.instagram.com/sanjuanbrewfest/) **Lightning Safety Acknowledgment** By purchasing a ticket and attending this outdoor event, you acknowledge and agree that in the event of lightning or other severe weather, festival organizers may require attendees to vacate the park for safety reasons. Failure to comply with evacuation instructions is done at your own risk, and the festival is not liable for any injury or harm resulting from non-compliance. Lightning Safety Guidelines: * Safe behavior includes: Seeking shelter under an overhang or awning, in a fully enclosed building or a hard-topped vehicle, avoiding open areas, and waiting until event staff give the all-clear to return. * Unsafe behavior includes: Remaining in open fields, under trees, near tall metal structures, or continuing to consume alcohol without regard for evacuation instructions. Your safety is our priority. Please follow all staff directions during weather-related emergencies. * Accessibility The San Juan Brewfest strives to be accessible to everyone. For any accessibility accommodations, please contact Tim at [**tim@sanjuanbrewfest.com**](mailto:tim@sanjuanbrewfest.com?subject=SJ%20Brewfest%20Accessibility%20Inquiry) or [**970-749-1157.**](tel:+19707491157) The Brewfest is a two-day event, Friday August 28 and Saturday August 29. Friday is the best day to attend if you have any accessibility concerns as there will be about half the number of people attending on Friday compared to Saturday. The Brewfest will have two accessible restrooms on site. The Brewfest will create a "rest area" for anyone that needs to sit down, or perhaps to rest your service animal, or to just get away from the crowds and noise for a few minutes. This will be located by the front gate at 12th Street and Main Ave. There are 3 ADA parking spaces within a block of the event entrance, and many more in Downtown Durango. * Public Accomodation Please click the links below to see our statement on public accomodation: [**English Version**](/s/PublicAccom_Discrimination_Poster_9202.pdf) [**Spanish Version**](/s/PublicAccom_Discrimina_Poster_Spanish.pdf) * Sustainability The San Juan Brewfest is GREENER than ever this year. Here are our sustainability efforts and how you can help! We drink from a **reusable tasting glass** , not plastic cups, and have done so for over a decade. **Recycle bins are placed throughout the venue** , and attendees are encouraged to recycle. Breweries serving from **cans or bottles** agree to **recycle 100%** of what they bring to the event. Attendees are allowed to bring in an empty water bottle, and **a water station is available to refill water bottles all day long**. The water station is sponsored by Well on Wheels. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own utensils to eat with. **BYOF bring your own fork!** Food **vendors are strongly encouraged to offer low or no waste ways to serve their food**. Instead of using paper to vote for the People's Choice Award, we have used a **text to vote system** for many years. All City of Durango **public transit is FREE both days** of the Brewfest! Take the bus for safety and environmental reasons The Brewfest includes in its policies Visit Durango's Care for Durango pledge. * Land Acknowledgement The San Juan Brewfest recognizes, publicly and intentionally, that we live, work, and organize on stolen and occupied traditional land that is just one piece of a larger, boundless terrain for Indigenous Peoples; Ute Tribe, Jicarilla Apache, Arapaho, Comanche, and the Din√© Nations, and others. We acknowledge that 48 contemporary tribal nations are historically tied to the lands that make up the state of Colorado. The San Juan Brewfest would like to pay our respects to their elders, past and present, and choose to honor and acknowledge the original stewards of this land in hopes of building mutual respect and understanding across all cultures ‚Äì those that reside here and those that pass through here today and in the future. * Check In Procedures **EARLY CHECK-IN** On Friday August 28, come to early check in at the gate located at 12th and Main from 3 to 4:30 pm. Bring your printed ticket with you, or have it on your phone, along with your valid ID showing you are 21 or older, and you'll get your credential early. Come back at 5 pm and go to the RE-ENTRY line, which will be way faster! RE-ENRTY line is located on the west side of Main Ave, between 12th and 13th Streets. On Saturday August 29, come to early check in at the gate located at 12th and Main from 10:30 to 11:30 am. Bring your printed ticket with you, or have it on your phone, along with your valid ID showing you are 21 or older, and you'll get your credential early. Come back at 1 pm for General Admission ticket and at noon for VIP tickets and go to the RE-ENTRY line, which will be way faster! RE-ENRTY line is located on the west side of Main Ave, between 12th and 13th Streets. If you can't do early check in, be prepared to wait a bit. We will get you in as fast as possible, which should be about 15 minutes max. Gates open at 5 pm sharp on Friday August 28 and at 1 pm sharp on Saturday August 29. VIP's get in one hour early at noon on Saturday! After you purchased your ticket, you were sent an email or a text that has a link to your ticket or an attachment that is the ticket. You can bring the email or text with you on your phone, and open the attachment or the link to show your ticket at the gate. There is also an option to add your tickets to your Apple or Google Wallet, which you can show at the gate. You must have a valid ID and be at least 21 to enter. No pets of any kind allowed, leave the dog at home. You can also print your ticket, give it to whomever is attending, and bring it to the event, along with your valid ID. Must be 21, no kids allowed! EVERYONE MUST HAVE A VALID ID, NO EXCEPTIONS. No pets of any kind allowed, leave the dog at home. Either works, and both allow us to scan your ticket to get you into the event. **LOST TICKETS** If you can't find your email or text, no worries. You can check in without your ticket, but the ID you present must match the name of the person who purchased the tickets, or who they were purchased for. You can also request to have your tickets re-sent by sending an email to **tim@sanjuanbrewfest.com** but the deadline to request this is Tuesday August 25 at noon. After that go to [**https://support.bigtickets.com/article/132-help-i-cant-find-my-tickets**](https://support.bigtickets.com/article/132-help-i-cant-find-my-tickets) **OTHER** NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED, this includes infants. Also no dogs or pets of any kind. If you show up with pets or kids you will be turned away. You can bring in a small bag, but we reserve the right to search it. You can also bring in an EMPTY water bottle, and you can fill it up at the FREE water station inside the event area, sponsored by Well on Wheels. Gates open at 5 pm sharp on Friday August 28 and at 1 pm sharp on Saturday August 29. VIP's get in one hour early at noon on Saturday! **REQUIRED: REVIEW OUR**[**POLICIES**](http://www.sanjuanbrewfest.com#information)**TO AVOID UNNECESSARY ISSUES** See you at the Brewfest! * Timeline **_Friday August 28_** **3 to 4:30 pm -** Early Check In at 12th and Main **5 pm** - Gates Open for General Admission Ticket Holders **5:30 to 7:30 pm** - Live Music **7:45 pm -** Last Call **8 pm -** Taps Off, No More Beer! **8:15 pm -** Park Closed ** _Saturday August 29_** **10 to 11:30 am -** Early Check In at 12th and Main **12 pm -** Gates Open for VIP Ticket Holders **1 pm -** Gates Open for General Admission Ticket Holders **1:30 to 2:30 pm -** Live Music **3 to 5 pm -** Live Music **4 pm** - VIP food service ends **4:45 pm -** Last Call **5 pm -** Taps Off, No More Beer! **5:15 pm -** Park Closed * Things to Do Durango is awesome and we love living here! We always like sharing cool things to do with people visiting from out of town, and reminding locals all that Durango has to offer. Click [**HERE**](https://www.downtowndurango.org/discover-durango-by-season)for more information. * Transportation **The San Juan Brewfest is a 21 and over event.** **We encourage you to make arrangements in advance** so that you get home safely after the San Juan Brewfest. Here are options: All **City of Durango buses are FREE on Friday August 28 and Saturday August 29** , including the Main Avenue Trolley. The Trolley runs every 20 minutes and has multiple stops along Main Avenue north of Downtown. The Trolley route starts and ends at the Transit Center in Downtown Durango, which is only four blocks from Buckley Park where the Brewfest is held. Click [**HERE**](https://www.durangoco.gov/333/Transit) for a link to the bus schedule and route information. Walk or ride your bike on the Animas River Trail. Exit the Trail at 9th Street, 12th Street, or Rotary Park to access Downtown and Buckley Park. Get a friend to be your Designated Driver. Designated Driver tickets heavily discounted. DD's will receive free non-alcoholic beverages inside the event as a reward for helping others get home safely. **Or contact any of these companies:** **DuranGO!** evening transit service. Available every night 5 pm to midnight, and it only costs $2 per ride. Download the app to get started. [**App Store**](https://apps.apple.com/il/app/durango/id6464473978) or [**Google Play**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ridewithvia.drn.durangomicro&pcampaignid=web_share&pli=1) Sunshine Rides (call or text to ride) [**970-777-7777**](tel:+19707777777) Buck Horn Limousine (reservation required) [**970-769-0933**](tel:+19707690933) Animas Transportation (reservation required) [**970-259-1315**](tel:+19702591315) UBER Download the app, set up an account, get a ride. If you drive, all parking meters in Downtown are free after 6 pm on Friday and free all day on Saturday. All City parking lots are also free starting at 5 pm on Friday and all day on Saturdays. You are not allowed to leave your car overnight in a parking meter space, but you can leave your car overnight in the City parking lots. **Do NOT park at Town Plaza or Northpoint Mall** as those spaces are reserved for customers. Click [**HERE**](https://www.teamupsw.org/safe-rides-home)for more info! * Volunteer 2026 San Juan Brewfest volunteer positions will be posted in July. Click **HERE** to sign up. Volunteering earns you a FREE ticket to the Brewfest! If you have any questions about any of the volunteer positions, email Tim at [**tim@sanjuanbrewfest.com**](mailto:tim@sanjuanbrewfest.com?subject=SJ%20Brewfest%20Volunteer%20Opportunities) # 2026 Vendors ### Announced in June or July #### ‚ÄçBelow are the 2025 Vendors FOOD [The Crazy Coop](https://www.facebook.com/thecrazycoopllc/) - Friday & Saturday [Mac'n Wag'n](https://www.facebook.com/macnwagn) - Friday & Saturday [Gosar Natural Foods](https://www.facebook.com/gosarnaturalfoods/) - Saturday only OTHER [Colorado Restrung](https://www.coloradorestrung.com/) [Danny's Rocket Ranch Space Salsa](https://www.facebook.com/DannysRocketRanch) [Renewal by Andersen](https://www.renewalbyandersen.com/) # Tickets on sale Monday June 1, 2025 at 10 am MST [ GET TICKETS ]() [ GET TICKETS ]() # FAQs * When is San Juan Brewfest? Friday August 28 and Saturday August 29, 2026. The following year's date is the weekend of August 27 and 28, 2027. The Brewfest is always held the weekend before Labor Day Weekend. * Where is the San Juan Brewfest? The San Juan Brewfest is held Buckley Park in Historic Downtown Durango. Buckley Park is located at 12th Street and Main Ave. * What time does it start and end? On Friday, the Brewfest opens at 5 pm and ends at 8 pm sharp. On Saturday, the Brewfest opens at 1 pm and ends at 5 pm sharp, but VIPs get in one hour early at noon. See _Timeline_ in _Information_ section above. * How much does it cost? See our TICKETS page for ticket info. All proceeds benefit [**Team Up**.](https://www.teamupsw.org/) No refunds, the Brewfest will go on rain or shine! We strongly encourage you to buy your tickets in advance. Tickets on sale starting June 1, 2026. The San Juan Brewfest is a 21 and over event. * Where can I find a list of Durango hotels and places to stay? For hotels , click [**HERE**](https://www.downtowndurango.org/hotels). For a list of campgrounds in the area, go [**HERE**](https://www.downtowndurango.org/camping). * Are kids allowed? The Brewfest is an adult event only. Due to the large number of attendees kids are not allowed inside the event area. No infants nor anyone under 21 may enter. * Can I bring my dog? No dogs allowed, leave the pooch at home please! No pets of any kind allowed except for LEGIT service animals. Emotional support animals are not allowed. * How does the event work? Buy your TICKET in advance starting June 1, 2026, then sample as many of the beers as you like from your souvenir 5 oz tasting glass! There will be up to 35 craft breweries and cideries in attendance, and each will bring at least three different beers, so there will be nearly different 100 beers for you to taste. The San Juan Brewfest encourages you to know your limits, drink responsibly and arrange in advance for a safe ride home. We will have Durango Police and security personnel at our event. Those who over-indulge will be asked to take a break or leave. [**LIVE MUSIC**](http://www.sanjuanbrewfest.com#bands) is also provided by the Animas City Theatre. Food will be available for purchase, see our [**VENDORS**](http://www.sanjuanbrewfest.com#vendors) page for menus. All proceeds benefit Team Up, one of the best charities in the region! EVERYONE MUST HAVE VALID ID, NO EXCEPTIONS. * Are tickets transferable? Yes they are! Anyone can use a ticket you bought, but it only works one time. Tell the person you give it to that they must have valid ID, no kids, and no dogs. Our ticketing partner Big Tickets allows you to change the name on your ticket. Note: Thirsty 13 tickets are NOT transferable. * What if I can't find my ticket email or text? You can check in without your tickets, but the name on your ID must match the name on the ticket in order to do this. Best is to email our ticket provider at [**support@bigtickets.com**](mailto:support@bigtickets.com) and request them to send you the tickets again, or if you created an account with them you can find them that way at [**BigTickets.com**](https://www.bigtickets.com). * What about designated drivers, do they have to pay to get in? The San Juan Brewfest sells DD tickets at half price for both days of the event. DD's receive mocktails and have access to the DD Lounge with shaded seating. * How do I avoid the lines when the gates open? We offer an early check-in, from 3 to 4:30 pm on Friday for Friday's event, and 10:30 to 11:30 am on Saturday for Saturday's event. Come to Buckley Park with your tickets, and your valid ID. You can check in early and get your wristband, then you can come back when the event opens and get in quickly through the Re-Entry line! Visit _Check In_ in the _Information_ section above for info on how to make it easy to enter the event. * Will food be available? We will have several food vendors at the event with food available for purchase. See the [**Vendors**](http://www.sanjuanbrewfest.com#vendors) page for more information. * What can I bring in to the Brewfest? You can bring in a purse, small bag or small backpack with personal items on it, such as your wallet, sunscreen, etc. All bags are subject to search. It is also OK to bring an EMPTY water bottle. We will have a free water station at the event courtesy of Well on Wheels. No illegal drugs, outside alcohol or food, or weapons are allowed. One small camping chair per person is also allowed, but the Brewfest reserves the right to relocate your chair if it is in a high traffic area or an emergency access area. Other items may not be allowed as determined by event management. Marijuana, while legal to purchase in Durango, is NOT allowed inside the venue. No dogs or pets of any kind. All items are subject to search upon entering the venue. See _Policies_ in the _Information_ section above page for more information. * What's the deal with the Thirsty 13 Half Marathon? The Thirsty 13 is a half marathon in Durango that is on Saturday August 28, same day as day two of the Brewfest, in the morning. Participants in the Thirsty 13 have an option to purchase a 30% discounted ticket to the Brewfest with their entry to the race. For more info, go to [**Thirsty13Durango.com**](https://www.thirsty13durango.com) * What are the transportation options to and from the Brewfest? All City of Durango buses are FREE both days of the Brewest. If you live or are staying close to Downtown, just walk! Take the Animas River Trail and exit at Rotary Park, then just head south two blocks to Buckley Park. You can also call any of the following companies to give you a ride to and/or from the event. DuranGO! evening transit service. Every night from 5 pm to midnight, only $2 per ride. Download the app to get started. [**App Store**](https://apps.apple.com/il/app/durango/id6464473978) or [**Google Play**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ridewithvia.drn.durangomicro&pcampaignid=web_share&pli=1). [Buckhorn Limousine](https://www.buckhornlimousine.com) [970-769-0933](tel:+19707690933) [Sunshine Rides ](https://www.sunshinerides.com)[970-777-7777](tel:+19707777777) [Animas Transportation ](https://animastransportation.com)[970-259-1315](tel:+19702591315) UBER - [**Download the app**](https://www.uber.com) to get started.