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Great American Beer Tasting Returns to Fifth Third Field

April 19, 2018

Dayton, Ohio - A beer enthusiast's favorite event, Great American Beer Tasting, returns for its 11th consecutive year at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, August 11, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM.The event, which began in 2008 as a partnership between the Dayton Dragons and Heidelberg Distributing, has grown into

Dayton, Ohio - A beer enthusiast's favorite event, Great American Beer Tasting, returns for its 11th consecutive year at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, August 11, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
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 over 100 beers available for sampling, this year's event showcases the biggest number and widest variety of beers in Great American Beer Tasting history. There's something for everyone with big name brands to small craft beers to ciders, non-alcoholic drinks, and more!
Highlights for the 2018 Great American Beer Tasting include:

  • FREE 2018 Great American Beer Tasting shirt, if purchased before June 1
  • Over 100 beers to choose from
  • A custom 2018 Great American Beer Tasting pint glass included with every ticket
  • On field activities and games

All attendees will be in the running for high-end Anheuser-Busch and Dragons raffle prizes given away at the event. Additional raffle tickets will be available to purchase at the Great American Beer Tasting. Any attendee who preorders their ticket before June 1 will receive a free t-shirt at the event.
For the price of $30 in advance (or $40 the day of), participants will receive:
  • 20, 4oz. samples of beer
  • A custom 2018 Great American Beer Tasting pint glass
  • One raffle ticket

Designated driver tickets are also available for $5 each. Buy your tickets in advance at the Dragons box office or 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, with the festivities taking place on the covered portions of the concourse at Fifth Third Field. 
Must be 21 or older 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