17th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival
October 9-11, 2025
17th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival
at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
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Description
Time to roll out the barrel and discover unique suds & ales! The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin presents the 17th Annual Baytowne Wharf Beer Fest on October 9th - 11th, 2025. American specialty beers from around the nation will be available for participants to sample and savor.
Thursday, October 9th | Bourbon + Bites Beer Dinner
Join us for an evening of food, flavor, and fun at our Beer + Bites Dinner on Thursday, October 9th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Burnt Pine Country Club. Guests will rotate through five interactive tasting stations, each featuring a chef-inspired dish paired with a locally brewed craft beer. Collect stamps in your beer passport as you explore each station, savoring unique pairings that showcase bold flavors and refreshing brews.
Tasting Stations & Pairings
· Beet–Citrus Carpaccio paired with Sandestin Blonde
· “Backfisch” Fry paired with Sandestin IPA
· Lager-Steamed Mussels paired with Sandestin Lager
· Märzen-Glazed Pork Loin Carvery paired with Founders Oktoberfest Beer
· Bratwurst Display paired with Perfect Plain Festbier Beer
$75 ticket with beer pairings and $60 ticket without beer pairings
** Spots are limited**
This is the ultimate prelude to the 17th Annual Sandesetin Beer Festival, offering a night of great food, refreshing drinks, and good company.
**Tickets include admission to Thursday night's event only**
Friday, October 10th | Baytowne Backyard Bash
Kick off Baytowne Beer Festival weekend in true tailgate style at the Baytowne Backyard Bash!
Join us Friday night from 6PM-8PM for football on the big screen, ice-cold beer, smooth bourbon, sizzling food, and cozy bonfires under the stars. Enjoy live music from Duchess that keeps the party going, delicious bites from local favorites, and all the backyard vibes you love—Baytowne style.
$65 Pre-Sale General Admission and $75 the day of the event if we do not sell out
**Tickets include admission to Friday night's event from 6pm-8pm only**
Saturday, October 11th | Grand Craft Beer Tasting
Get ready for the ultimate beer lover’s experience at the Baytowne Beer Festival main event, Saturday, October 11th! Sample your way through 150+ domestic and international craft beers, chat with brewery reps, and discover new favorites from crisp lagers to bold ales. This year, we’re adding delicious food options to keep you fueled for the day!
Seltzer Lane is back by popular demand, plus explore exciting new tasting spots like Beer From Around Here—featuring local brews—and Import Lane with flavors from across the globe. Live music from The Typos will keep the good vibes flowing all afternoon in the heart of Baytowne Wharf.
Early Bird General Admission $50 *limited tickets available
Pre-Sale General Admission $55
Day of the Event General Admission $65
**Tickets include admission to the Saturday Beer Tasting event from 2pm-5pm only**
Saturday, October 11th | Grand Craft Beer Tasting | Pour Pass
Go straight to the good stuff with a Baytowne Pour Pass Ticket!
Skip the festival entrance lines with exclusive entry through a dedicated festival entrance and kick off your day without the wait. This limited-availability ticket also includes Baytowne Beer Fest swag and access to a specialty tasting experience you won’t find anywhere else at the festival. Quantities are limited—grab yours before they’re gone!!
$85 Pour Pass
**Ticket include Pour Pass Admission + the Saturday Beer Tasting event from 2pm-5pm only**
2 Day Ticket
$110 General Admission for Friday & Saturday
**Tickets include admission to Friday Night's Beer From Around Here Event from 6pm-8pm PLUS Saturday's Grand Tasting Event 2pm-5pm
Beer Tasting Glass included with all tickets. Please drink responsibly.
Rain or Shine
No Refunds