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Great American Beer Tasting Event Returns to Fifth Third Field

The event has become one of the fastest growing beer tastings in the region
April 24, 2015

Dayton, Ohio - The beer connoisseurs' favorite, Great American Beer Tasting, returns for its eighth consecutive year at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, August 8 from 2pm - 6pm.

The event, which began in 2008 as a partnership between the Dayton Dragons and Heidelberg Distributing, has grown into one of the largest beer tasting events in the region, and is a "can't miss" on the summer calendar of many Miami Valley residents.

With 100 beers available for sampling, this year's event showcases the biggest number and widest variety of beers in Great American Beer Tasting history. Popular big-name brews will sit side-by-side with some of the smallest craft beers on the market.

Highlights for the 2015 Great American Beer Tasting include:

-       Expanded sampling area (the entire concourse will be available for sampling this year).

-       Over 100 beers to choose from.

-       A custom 2015 Great American Beer Tasting pint glass included with every ticket.

-       "Buds & Burgers" burger bar. Fresh grilled hamburgers with your choice of toppings.

All attendees will be in the running for high-end Anheuser-Busch and Dragons raffle prizes given away towards the end of the event (must be present to win). Additional raffle tickets will be available to purchase at the Great American Beer Tasting.

For the price of $25 in advance ($35 the day of), participants will receive:

-          20, 4oz. samples of beer

-          A custom 2015 pint glass

-          One raffle ticket

Designated driver tickets are also available for $5 each. Buy your tickets in advance at the Dragons box office the Dayton Dragons Team Store, by calling (937) 228-2287, or online at daytondragons.com/beertasting.

The Great American Beer Tasting will happen rain or shine.

Must be 21 to attend. Please sample responsibly.

More Information: The Dayton Dragons are the Midwest League affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds and play a 70-game home schedule at beautiful Fifth Third Field in downtown Dayton, easily accessible from Interstate 75. Individuals and groups seeking information about Dayton Dragons group tickets, lawn tickets, the season ticket wait list, sponsorship opportunities or booking a Dragons speaker are encouraged to contact the Dragons by calling (937) 228-2287, by email at [email protected], or on the web at daytondragons.com