Bruisin’ Ales Pint Koozie and Coaster Set (including holder & 6 coasters), from Oowee Koozie, and an Asheville Beer Alliance pint glass.

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May 25, 2013

Just Brew It! Homebrew Festival

May 25, 2013 – 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Wedge Brewing Company

Just Brew It showcases WNC’s homebrewer culture in order to highlight the quality and variety of beers produced in WNC’s homes, as well as, to raise awareness of the Living Wage Campaign in WNC. Just Economics, Asheville’s Living Wage Advocacy Organization, will host a tasting event featuring 50 homebrewers with over 200 different beers including favorites like “Hoppy Habanero,” “Bourbon Brown,” “Mangolicious IPA,” and “Princess Peach Pale.” Just Economics is looking for additional support for the concept of Living Wages and urges you to become a member of our organization and attend this ticketed event.

Altamont Brewing Company: Trail Mix Benefit

May 25, 2013 – 3:00 pm – 11pm

Altamont Brewing Company, Asheville, NC

Join us for a fundraising beer week party showcasing twelve small batch and specialty taps from local and regional breweries. Trail Mix will benefit the Appalachian Trail Conservancy in conjunction with more than 22 breweries. Come enjoy one part of Western North Carolina’s culture while supporting another! FREE entry.

 LaZoom Sunday Beer Run

May 26, 2013 – 2:00 pm – 3 pm

French Broad Food Co-Op

Hop on the big, purple bus! Asheville’s Feral Chihuahuas, Bruisin’ Ales and LaZoom team up to bring you a beer and comedy explosion tour not to be missed. Wrap your mind around the area’s beer history–as told by local funny guys, The Feral Chihuahuas. Includes beer on the bus and at least one brewery stop along the way! Cost: $25.00/pp

Thirsty Monk Downtown: IPA Euphoria

May 26, 2013 – 3:00 pm – 12:00 am

Thirsty Monk Downtown

IPA’s will be taking over all 20 of The Thirsty Monk Downtown main floor taps. IPA’s all day from around the country. From singles to doubles and everything in-between, enjoy a day of total hoppy bliss. Free.

LaZoom Sunday Beer Run

May 26, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

French Broad Food Co-Op

Hop on the big, purple bus! Asheville’s Feral Chihuahuas, Bruisin’ Ales and LaZoom team up to bring you a beer and comedy explosion tour not to be missed. Wrap your mind around the area’s beer history–as told by local funny guys, The Feral Chihuahuas. Includes beer on the bus and at least one brewery stop along the way! Cost: $25.00/pp

Barley’s Taproom: French Broad Flight Night

May 27, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Barley’s Taproom

Sample each and every one of French Broad Brewery’s delicious, delectable and downright cuddly beers in the warm environs of Asheville’s granddaddy of beer bars, Barley’s Taproom. Keep the glass-ism, take a t-shirt-ism, and other novel, revolutionary beer-promoting strategies will be pioneered by Asheville’s traditional, quality-obsessed, and downright cuddly brewery, established quite a while ago. Free

Luella’s Bar-B-Que: Duck. Rabbit. Pig.

May 28, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 9:00pm

Luella’s BBQ

Luella’s Bar-B-Que will host Duck Rabbit Brewing Co. for a beer and BBQ pairing menu called “Duck. Rabbit. Pig.” The a la carte and ‘cue menu will feature new smokey creations for Propietor & Pit Boss Jeff Miller, crafted for Duck Rabbit’s full catalog of beers. Duck Rabbit limited release beers from the brewery will be available at the event. Brewery reps will be at Luella’s to greet beer fans.

Wicked Weed: Five Breweries – Five Courses – Five Rare Beers

:May 28, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Wicked Weed Brewing, Asheville, NC

In the spirit of uniting the beer community, four of the newest Asheville breweries, Oskar Blues, New Belgium, Sierra Nevada and Wicked Weed have teamed up with Highland Brewing for a 5-course beer dinner to celebrate the craft beer tradition in Western North Carolina. Joining forces at Wicked Weed Brewing’s downtown Asheville location, each brewery will showcase their staple beer during a “Flagship Cocktail Hour” as well as a specialty variety they have hand selected to pair with one course. From 6-7pm, five representatives from each brewery will be available for an informal meet and greet session during the cocktail hour. Starting at 7pm, each guest will be invited to take a seat and enjoy the chef prepared courses. Only 80 tickets are available! Cost: $75/pp (includes tax)

Jack of Hearts: Smuttynose Brewing Beer Dinner

May 28, 2013 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Jack of Hearts, Weaverville, NC

Come join us for a wonderful multi-course dinner featuring Smuttynose brewing company. Head Chef Bill Cline will be pairing a specific dishes with each Smuttynose beer. A few hard to find beers will be poured as well as some of their award winning flagship brews. Please call for reservations at 828-645-2700.

Thirsty Monk Downtown: Bell’s Tap Takeover

May 29, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 12:00 am

Thirsty Monk Downtown

Bell’s Brewery is taking over the upstairs taphouse, featuring 20 Bell’s taps with a wide range of products, including some extremely rare kegs brought straight from the brewery. Bell’s representatives will be there to host the event. Free

Bruisin’ Ales: Stone Tasting with Head Brewmaster, Mitch Steele

May 29, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Bruisin’ Ales

Join Bruisin’ Ales for a private tasting and meet-n-greet with Mitch Steele, brewmaster of Stone Brewing Company, CA. Beers TBD. This will be a ticketed event.

Highland Brewing: Six Barrel Shootout

May 30, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 8:00pm

Highland Brewing Company

Come join Highland Brewing for a night of gun slinging Western fun as we try and “shoot out” 8 timed release specialty beers including a guest appearance of Cold Mountain! There will be a rock and roll band, food, specialty barrel glassware for sale and a whole lot of fun to be had. Stetson’s, plaid shirts and boots encouraged! If ya’ll have questions, give us a ring at: 828-299-3370. Free

Thirsty Monk Downtown: NC vs. SC Craft Beer Civil War

May 30, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 12:00am

Thirsty Monk, Patton Avenue

North Carolina vs. South Carolina beer war! All beers poured on main floor will be from the Carolinas. Patrons will vote for the winning state and beer. The winning state flag will be hoisted for the weekend and the trophy will reside at the brewery of the winning beer until next year. Special pints and t-shirts for the event, too!

Wicked Weed: Saison Tap Takeover

May 30, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 11:00pm

Wicked Weed Brewing

Love our saison series? Us, too! In celebration of Asheville Beer Week, Wicked Weed is bringing back one keg of every saison we have brewed since our opening day. This massive tap takeover will include ten saisons along with a special surprise from our barrel house! Free

The Market Place: Small Plate Allagash Beer Pairing & Moog Mingle

May 30, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 9:00pm

The Market Place

The Market Place and Bruisin’ Ales and ALLAGASH present a casual, small plate and beer pairing with live music by Ben Hovey. Come mingle! Menu TBD. This event will be ticketed.

Sunny Point & Sierra Nevada Southern Hospitality Beer Dinner

May 30, 2013 – 6:30 pm – 9:30pm

Sunny Point Cafe

Share food, beer and Southern Hospitality at Sunny Point Cafe and welcome Sierra Nevada Brewing. Four course meal of delightful southern fare perfectly paired with beer from Sierra Nevada. This is the first of two seatings and we’ll have guest speakers from Sierra Nevada on-site to describe the beers and talk about the new brewery. Cost: $40/pp

Sunny Point & Sierra Nevada Southern Hospitality Beer Dinner

May 30, 2013 – 7:00 pm – 10:00pm

Sunny Point Cafe

Share food, beer and Southern Hospitality at Sunny Point Cafe and welcome Sierra Nevada Brewing. Four course meal of delightful southern fare perfectly paired with beer from Sierra Nevada. This is the second of two seatings and we’ll have guest speakers from Sierra Nevada on-site to describe the beers and talk about the new brewery. More info to come! Cost: $40/pp

Oskar Blues: Fly Fishing Film Tour

May 30, 2013 – 8:00 pm -11:00pm

Oskar Blues Brewery, Brevard, NC

Come drink a fresh Dale’s Pale Ale while watching the Fly Fishing Film Tour on its final stop of the year at Oskar Blues new brewery in Brevard–right near some of the best fly fishing spots in the nation. http://flyfilmtour.com Free.

Greenlife Grocery: Local Beer, World Cheeses

May 31, 2013 – 4:00 pm – 6:00pm

Greenlife Grocery

All WNC beer paired withy cheeses from around the world. Co-presented by our Certified Cicerone and our Certified Cheese Professional. Free

Wicked Weed: Tapping of Foothills and Wicked Weed Collaboration

May 31, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 11:00pm

Wicked Weed Brewing, Ashevillle, NC

Wicked Weed Brewing and Foothill Brewery have come together to create a delicious NC beer just for Asheville Beer Week. Expect this beer to be delicious, creative and uniquely North Carolinian. Representatives from both Foothills and Wicked Weed with be available to drink and talk with everyone who attends. Starts at 6pm. FREE entry.

 Asheville Rare & Wild Beer Tasting

May 31, 2013 – 6:00 pm – 9:00pm

66 Asheland Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801

All About Beer Magazine and Thirsty Monk are partnering with Pints for Prostates to bring you a one of a kind beer experience in Beer City, USA! Twenty-four highly acclaimed breweries are bringing their rarest, most wild creations yet. Sample these one of a kind beers, and mingle with the finest in the industry, all while benefiting Pints for Prostates.Cost: $75.00/pp

Beer City Festival

June 1, 2013 – 1:00 pm – 6:00pm

Roger McGuire Green, Downtown

Beer City Festival is the brewers’ beer festival! The 4th Annual BCF will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. It’s the perfect way to wrap-up ABW 2013 with a big community party. Every year, the Asheville Brewers Alliance teams up with the good people behind September’s popular Brewgrass Festival. This outdoor beer fest is held in Downtown Asheville on Roger McGuire Green with dozens of breweries and plenty of live music. $40/pp. Designated Driver tickets available at the gate.

What makes Holiday Inn Biltmore East a choice lodging when visiting Asheville?

We are conveniently located close to The Blue Ridge Parkway, several of the craft breweries that helped name Asheville as “Beer City USA”, The Biltmore House and Downtown Asheville. We offer both mountain views and convenience. Within minutes you can mountain bike, hike, and explore the many highland trails and artists in the area.

How do you accommodate the craft-minded tourists?

To us, craftsmanship is inspired, creative excellence and this area is rich with it. Our unique Beer City USA package includes a brewery tour. Guests also enjoy a sampling of local craft brews on location either on the patio of Big Owl’s Restaurant and Bar, watching sports on our big screen TVs, poolside with mountain views or in our mountain lodge atmosphere. Be it an awesome outdoor activity, a downtown stroll, multitudes of art studios, or creative dining, there truly is something for everyone. We offer guides and information on local art, architecture and interests. Here, many local jewels await the adventurous.

What can guests expect to find in the hotel?

While we offer all the amenities you might expect, our award-winning guest service is what sets us apart. We know the region and we are always available to help travelers have the best possible experience here. In addition to our Beer City USA Package, we also offer a Biltmore Estate Package and Two Day discounted tickets.

What will I win?

Beer City USA Package includes:

• One night lodging
• Mountain View Room
• Early Check In
• Late Check Out
• A Hot Regional Breakfast Buffet for two in the morning
• Tour & Tasting at Highland Brewery (Tour Hours – 4:00 pm & 4:30 pm Monday through Saturday)
• Growler filled with Locally Crafted Beer
• Two Highland Brewery Pint Glasses
• Local Guide to Area’s Local Breweries

Reservations:  Click Here or call the hotel directly at 877-375-0707 to book your Brew City USA Package Today!

You can find more information about all the local craft breweries on our website, as well as view our print directory online. Stay up to date on the latest Asheville beer news by following us on Twitter and Facebook and be sure to sign up to WIN a Beer City Vacation in beautiful Western North Carolina!