High Country Beer Fest

Something exciting is brewing for this year's High Country Beer Fest...Boone, are you ready???

The 19th Annual High Country Beer Fest is getting closer, and we've got some exciting announcements headed your way soon... from brewery features to the music lineup and everything in between.

Gather your crew, lock in your tickets, and get ready for another unforgettable day of craft beer, community, and mountain magic ✨

August 29th, 2026 • High Country Fairgrounds

Raise a glass with us at the 19th Annual High Country Beer Fest in Boone, NC at the High Country Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 29th, 2026🍻✨

A whimsical wander through 50+ craft breweries, cider makers, & more 🧚💖 every pour feels magical and every empty glass tells its own little story ✨

All to support Appalachian State's Fermentation Science & Chemistry Programs, funding student research, grants, and local charities🍻🪄

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Love beer? Sign up to volunteer at this year's High Country Beer Fest 🍻🤝💓
We're looking for folks to help out and be part of the action.
Volunteers get free or discounted tickets depending on shift, plus! a super cool shirt that says "Will work for beer." 🍺
Head to the link to grab your preferred time slot before they're gone! → https://tinyurl.com/HCBF-volunteer-link

19 years strong and still pouring with purpose 🍻
The High Country Beer Fest will be here before we know it, bringing together incredible breweries, live music, and a community that knows how to have a good time and do good. From supporting Chemistry & Fermentation Science at Appalachian State to giving back to local nonprofits, every sip makes an impact.
Round up your crew, lock in your tickets, and get ready for one of the best days in the High Country. Cheers to great beer, great people, and a great cause.
🔗https://hcbeerfest.com🔗

High Country Beer Fest is proudly volunteer-run and supports the Fermentation Sciences program at Appalachian State 🍻

We could always use some help to make it even more special! If you love beer, sign up to volunteer—score a “Will Work for Beer” shirt + free access after your shift. Limited shifts available, so grab your friends and we’ll take care of you.

🍻Volunteer sign-up is LIVE—https://hcbeerfest.wufoo.com/forms/p1jasle90vkvir9/ 🍻

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Take a trip down memory lane with us! Every year, new flavors. Every year, the same incredible community.

1: Bubble Man doin’ his thing! (2018)
2: Balloons released intro the crowd 🎈 (2019)
3: Dr. Taubman’s Hot Sauce at home during Covid (2020)
4: Friends dancing in front of the stage (2021)
5: Bubble Man in action 🫧 (2021)
6: More dancing & good vibes! (2022)
7: Bubble Man making mega bubble 🫧 ! (2023)
8: A toast to the best holiday in the High Country (2023)
9: Tents & beer festers in the blue ridge mountains (2024)

Who’s been with us since the early days?🍻
Drop your favorite year (or memory!) below ⬇️

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🍻Save the Date!🍻
Join us for the 19th Annual High Country Beer Fest in Boone, NC
When: Saturday August 29th, 2026
Where: High Country Fairgrounds
🔗 https://hcbeerfest.com/🔗

Sample 40+ craft beers, ciders, and more while supporting Appalachian State's Fermentation Science Program. Proceeds fund student grants, research, and local charities Get ready to sip for a cause and make education taste good!

THIS SATURDAY. YOU. US. AND
🍻 Lake Norman Brewery
🍻 Beech Mountain Brewing Company
🍻 White Labs
🍻 Casita Brewing Company
🍻 Angry Troll Brewing Elkin

See you at the High Country Fair Grounds in 3️⃣ days!

We’re excited to welcome some great names to the 18th Annual High Country Beer Fest:
🍻 TwoBoros Brewery & Pizzeria
🍄 Funguys Brewing
🌞 Bright Barrel
🌈 Mountain Hippie Soda Co

Everyone brings something a little different to the table, and we can’t wait for you to check them out.
The fest is this weekend, hope to see you there!

🍻 The 18th Annual High Country Beer Fest is almost here!
Check out The Mountain Times Event Guide to learn more about the fest, the Fermentation Sciences Program, and the awesome people behind it.