LANCASTER, PA - The Lancaster Craft Beerfest is on Saturday, August 23 2025! After returning in 2024 for the first time since 2019, the Lancaster Craft Beerfest is once again taking place at Ewell Plaza and Binn’s Park this summer.

Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, May 20. Interested guests are encouraged to bookmark this ticket page on the website.

Guests can choose from a Noon-3pm or 4pm-7pm session. Each session will have live music, breweries, and delicious food vendors. There are also special designated driver tickets available. The event is 21+, nobody under the age of 21 can attend.

“We were thrilled with how the event went last year and felt like we didn’t miss a beat after the four year hiatus,” said Jonathan Yeager, Partner of Decades and co-creator of the Lancaster Craft Beerfest. “We’re thankful for our Sponsors and Partners that help keep this event successful for the Lancaster Community and beyond!”

Joycat Events, the organization that created and managed the beerfest previously, is under the Decades Lancaster umbrella since ownership of both businesses are now combined.

“We love the Lancaster Craft Beerfest and we’re excited to be back having fun with all of our attendees and vendors,” said Chris Trendler, Partner of Decades and co-creator of the Lancaster Craft Beerfest. “Our unique urban event showcases the lively vibe of Lancaster City! Come join us!”

Presenting Sponsors of the event are Decades and The Rotary Club of Lancaster Penn Square–the latterbenefitting from a portion of ticket sales of the event. 

The Restaurant Store is joining once again as an Event Sponsor. Discover Lancaster is new as the 2025 Mug Sponsor. Their logo will be featured on the tasting mugs along with the 2025 Lancaster Craft Beerfest logo, creating a collectible takeaway from the experience.

There are four returning Event Partners including Building Character, RockHound Apparel, STRAY Productions, and Signarama.

Other Community Sponsors to be announced soon. More information regarding the breweries, bands, sponsors, food, and more, will be coming soon!

Please reach out to beerfest@decadesbowl.com to set up any interviews, learn more, or ask questions.

Learn more about the event at lancastercraftbeerfest.com.