International Beer Fest | Events

CLEVELAND, OH - The I-X Center proudly announces the return of International Beer Fest, the largest showcase and competition of world beers in the Midwest, held May 11 & 12, 2012, at the I-X Center in Cleveland. The event will feature three public tasting sessions with over 200 stellar breweries from around the world pouring upwards of 800 select beers – tickets are on sale now at www.ixbeerfest.com.

“It is a natural fit that Cleveland and the I-X Center host a beer showcase and competition of this caliber,” notes Robert Peterson, President, I-X Center. “As an exposition center with a proven track record of success, the I-X Center is thrilled to produce an event of this magnitude highlighting local, national and international beers and breweries. We are proud that International Beer Fest has quickly grown to become the largest beer centric festival in the Midwest!”

International Beer Fest features appearances by celebrity brewers, respected authors and entertaining personalities sharing enlightening industry insights on The SPEAKeasy, Brew U and Tasting Room stages. From discussions to demonstrations, renowned beer experts reveal how they have shaped the industry will meet patrons during interactive sessions (schedules can be found on www.ixbeerfest.com).

Educational programming abounds at Brew U, where beer-centric demonstrations and discussions presented by regional brewers highlight trends in beer styles, food pairings, economic developments and sustainable brewing.

The International Beer Fest Awards Ceremony is hosted on The SPEAKeasy stage between scheduled presentations across all three sessions by some of the world’s most highly regarded brewmasters and industry professionals.

The Tasting Room offers seminars on food and beer pairings identifying beer flavors and more.

Vendors specializing in beer-related products offer their wares on the Fest Floor.Officially licensed brewery apparel and event merchandise will be available exclusively in the Festival Store.

Live entertainment including a Silent Disco plus a selection of Cleveland’s premier Food Trucks and more! All features are included with ticket purchase. Patrons keenly interested in exceptional beers and a unique encounter can also purchase a VIP exBEERience ticket which includes all of the Fest Features above, PLUS additional tasting tickets, commemorative t-shirt and access to the VIP Brewers Lounge, where tappings of limited edition beers not available on the main floor, complimentary hor d’oeurves and the opportunity to meet and mingle with renowned brewers are available.

Tasting Sessions:

Session 1 -- Friday, May 11 from 7-11 p.m.

Session 2 -- Saturday, May 12 from 1-5 p.m.

Session 3 -- Saturday, May 12 from 7-11 p.m.

Pricing:

Single-Session General Admission

(Choose from Session 1, 2, or 3): $45

Single-Session “VIP exBEERience”

(Choose from Session 1, 2, or 3): $75

ALL-Session General Admission

(Includes ALL 3 Sessions): $120

ALL-Session “VIP exBEERience”

(Includes ALL 3 Sessions): $200

Designated Driver Ticket - excludes alcohol sampling

(Choose Session 1, 2, OR 3): $10

To maximize the VIP exBEERience, only a limited number of tickets are available.

General Admission Ticket includes:

Admission to selected session(s)

36 tasting tickets good for 2-ounce pours each

Commemorative tasting cup

Access to all public special appearances, demonstrations and educational programming

Festival program

VIP exBEERience Admission Ticket includes:

ALL benefits of General Admission PLUS....

6 additional tasting tickets good for 2-ounce pours each

Commemorative T-Shirt

Access to VIP Brewers Lounge to enjoy select rare and/or limited edition beers

Exclusive programming

Opportunity to meet and mingle with prominent Brewers

Complimentary hors d’oeurves and food pairings

International Beer Fest is held May 11 & 12, 2012, at the I-X Center in Cleveland, Ohio, One I-X Center Drive on Route 237, adjacent to Cleveland Hopkins Airport. It is easily accessible from I-480, I-71 and the Ohio Turnpike. Tickets may be purchased online at www.ixbeerfest.com. For more information call 216.265.7468 or visit us online at www.ixbeerfest.com. Follow International Beer Fest on Facebook and Twitter!