Collaboration Fest to Hit Record-Breaking Numbers

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From the Colorado Brewers Guild:

The Colorado Brewers Guild announces more beer and breweries at the craft beer festival on March 30 at The Westin Hotel

DENVER (March 11, 2024) – The Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG) is delighted to announce the 145 beers from over 180 different craft breweries, the largest number yet, at this year’s Collaboration Fest on March 30. Presented by On Tap Credit Union, Collaboration Fest is the original collaboration beer festival that showcases the unique and collaborative culture that is Colorado’s craft beer scene. The Colorado Brewers Guild fundraiser was established in 2014 and was recently named Best Beer Festival by the 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice travel awards.

“This is the largest gathering of Colorado craft breweries showcased at a single event. Think of it as a brewer’s party that the public is invited to, ” says CBG Executive Director Shawnee Adelson. “We’re excited to showcase the creativity and ingenuity that Guild members have been working on for months and that includes everything from hoppy and European styles to modern takes on classics.”

Collaboration Fest will be held on Saturday, March 30 from 2 to 6 p.m. at The Westin Westminster (10600 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CO 80020). Tickets are available online. General admission tickets cost $65 plus fees and VIP tickets cost $85 plus fees.

“Tickets are going fast for Collaboration Fest so make sure you act now before they’re gone!” says Adelson.

Want to learn more about the beers at Collaboration Fest? Make sure to check the CBG’s stories page where you can learn all about this year’s welcome beer, collaboration beer trends such as forgotten styles, out-of-state collaborations, and much more.

Collaboration Fest is sponsored by On Tap Credit Union, with support from additional sponsors Propagate Yeast, Hopstiener, Grandstand, Molly’s Spirits, Go Tab, Cascade Floors, among many others. All of the sponsors and vendors can be found on the Festival Guide.

The Colorado Brewers Guild has a zero-tolerance policy for aggression or harassment of any kind. We are committed to delivering a welcoming and fun festival experience for all. By attending Collaboration Fest, you agree to their code of conduct.About Collaboration Fest:

Collaboration Fest is the original craft beer collaboration festival that showcases the collaborative nature of the craft beer industry. Established in 2014 to support the Colorado Brewers Guild and their mission to promote, protect and propel Colorado craft beer, Collaboration Fest pairs Colorado Brewers Guild members with breweries near and far to create unique, one-time-only beers for the public to enjoy. This one-of-a-kind festival is a celebration about everything we love about the craft beer industry—community, camaraderie, creativity, and craft beer.

About the Colorado Brewers Guild:

The Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG) is a nonprofit trade association with the mission to promote, protect, and propel independent craft breweries in the State of Craft Beer through advocacy, community, education, and public awareness. The majority of the state’s 400+ licensed breweries and brewpubs are members. See a list of events that support membership, learn how to become a member, and more at coloradobeer.org.

About On Tap Credit Union:

On Tap Credit Union is a full-service cooperative financial institution serving people living and working in Jefferson, Denver, Boulder, and Larimer counties. Founded in 1954, with a heritage in crafting financial solutions for brewery employees, the credit union has $375 million in assets and 20,000 members who are also owners of the organization. The credit union provides personal consultation and financial products including vehicle, mortgage, and home equity loans, credit cards, insurance, savings and investment accounts, and financial guidance, as well as a full suite of business services including various commercial lending products. For more information, please visit www.OnTapCU.org.