Bierkeller at the Riverfront
Tuesday, October 2
The Tuesday series at the Riverfront continues! Join Bierkeller from 5 – 9pm for Kölsch, Kellerbier, and Festbier. This event is at Riverfront Park, across the pedestrian bridge at 312 Laurel St. It’s kid- and dog-friendly, and you’re encouraged to bring out your favorite mug or glass — although you can buy one there. See More
Dunkelweizen Release Dinner at Swamp Cabbage Brewery
Wednesday, October 3
Come out to celebrate the fall release of Swamp Cabbage’s new German-style wheat beer, Dunkelweizen! For $8 you get a pint of Dunkelweizen and a delicious bratwurst – the perfect dinner combination! More here.
Oktoberfest-Off at Craft and Draft
Wednesday, October 3
It’s an international beer battle of Oktoberfests! This epic showdown features styles from Harpoon Brewery, Sierra Nevada, and Hunter-Gatherer
The Winery Mercer House & Chef Table Series VII
Monday, October 8
Prepare for an evening of delight and enchantment as Jonathon Alsop, purveyor of the Boston School of Wine, Sommelier and victual specialist, shares his extensive culinary knowledge. ‘Meet the Cast’ social introduction from 6-7pm, performance begins at 7pm. Featuring Chef Mike Ellis – The Grand on Main, Vintner Shannon Mercer – The Winery Mercer House and Producer Brian Cole – Columbia Food Tours. See full exquisite menu here.
The Great American Whiskey Fair
Thursday, October 18
The Great American Whiskey Fair is the largest celebration of American whiskey in the Southeast, with over 100 different distilleries and bottlers presenting over 500 whiskeys, bourbons and ryes! The Great American Whiskey Fair is your opportunity to taste whiskeys while chatting with distillery owners, master distillers, blending masters and brand ambassadors from around the world. In addition, the creators and hosts of this spectacular event, Bourbon, Columbia’s premiere whiskey and cocktail bar, along with LowCo BBQ, will present a delicious BBQ buffet throughout the event to keep your bellies full and happy. More here.
Pints at the Park
Friday, October 19 | Spirit Communications Park
Enjoy sampling over 100 beers, with three bands, and unlimited fun at the second edition of Pints at the Park! See breweries, bands, ticket info and more here.
Beer School at Flying Saucer
Sunday, October 21
Part of the mission of Girls Pint Out is to empower women in the Beer Industry, one of the ways to do that is through education. They are teaming up with The Flying Saucer to offer monthly beer school. The Flying Saucer Beer Goddesses will come up with a flight each month to go along with the lesson. You will get a flight, a score sheet, instructions on tasting beer and info on each beer in your flight along with a little lesson. Come out for some good times, good brews and some learning! More here.
Halloween Fest at Swamp Cabbage Brewery
It’s time for Swamp Cabbage’s annual Halloween Fest! Join the brewery for a Pumpkin Carving Contest, Dog Costume Contest and try your luck at Beer Boozled! They will provide the pumpkin, all you have to do is bring your ideas, carving tools, and supplies! Bring your dog fur babies all dressed up in their Halloween costume for a best dressed competition. Prizes for 1st and 2nd! It’s a day of great fun and creativity! Don’t miss it! More here.