The 13th annual “SWIRCA BrewFest

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The 13th annual “SWIRCA BrewFest” is scheduled to take over Historic Bosse Field Saturday, July 23rd with a record crowd of over 5,000 adults anticipated. The only festival around that offers brews, wines and spirits all in one place. Vendors from all over the Midwest come to share their craft and passion for creating outstanding adult beverages. This year’s event will feature over 300 craft beers, wines and spirits. The festival is brought to you by SWIRCA & More and Tin Man Brewing Co.

Live entertainment for the night includes the band Skelton’s Montourage and acoustic acts.

VIP ticket holders receive early entry to the festival beginning at 5 pm that allows access to the brewers for direct questions and answers. The VIP experience also includes reserved parking, delicious catering, special drinks, and access to the VIP tent.

You can purchase your tickets on-line at www.swirca.org or at SWIRCA & More office on 16 W. Virginia St. Your $35 (pre-event) ticket offers you beverage tastings, a commemorative glass, food samplings from local vendors and live entertainment.  You may also purchase your ticket the night of the event for $40. VIP tickets are $70. Designated Driver tickets are available only at door for $15.

This unique festival is a charity event to help raise funds for SWIRCA & More. Join us to celebrate a fun-filled evening of food, drink and entertainment. At the end of the evening you can enjoy a free taxi ride home, compliments of Unity Taxi.

NEW THIS YEAR:  check out the first ever BrewMile on Friday, July 22, 2016 6-9 pm in the Bosse Field Parking Lot.  There are three categories including Competitive, Relay, and a Fun Run as well as a Beer Garden and other activities. Four laps, four beers, one great time!

SWIRCA & More is a not for profit organization fulfilling a mission of “Enhancing Opportunities for Independent Living.”  SWIRCA & More focuses its efforts on empowering individuals of all ages to remain living safely in their own homes by providing information and supportive services to older adults, persons with disabilities, and their caregivers.