Kick off NYC Beer Week 2026 on Saturday, February 21st at Opening Bash!
We will be at The Monarch in Bushwick this year. Save the date, tickets on sale now.

Don't Miss Opening Bash 2026!

Join us in person for an unforgettable afternoon hosted by the NYC Brewers Guild. Opening Bash is the annual celebration to kick off NYC Beer Week.
We're in a new venue this year - back in North Brooklyn!
Get your tickets early and plan your day with great company, delicious brews, and good vibes all around. Whether you're a craft beer fan or just looking to have fun, this event's got you covered. Come ready to celebrate, mingle, and enjoy the best our New York brewing scene has to offer!

MORE INFO & DETAILS TO COME!

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Time: VIP Doors at 1PM • GA Doors at 2PM

Special "Fast Pass" add-on option available.
Want to 'skip the line' when you arrive to enter the fest? Look for the "Fast Pass" add on option. We will have a designated area for Pass holders to enter the fest.

This is a 21 and over event. No pets or children are permitted.
No outside alcohol is permitted.
This is an unlimited* sampling event.

More details, including participating breweries & beer styles to follow, stay tuned!
Watch our Instagram for regular updates.

The NYC Brewers Guild is a professional association. Our mission as a non-profit is to advocate for and support our local brewing members to help grow the craft beer audience, enhance the community advancing NYC’s brewing industry. Blocktoberfest serves as one of our annual fundraisers to help the Guild support our members and community all year.

*Unlimited sampling - we do not permit or condone excessive consumption. Anyone working the event reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who appears to be visibly intoxicated.

Event Code of Conduct: The NYC Brewers Guild is dedicated to providing a harassment free festival for every-one, regardless of gender, sexual orientation or identity, ability, appearance, race or religion. We do not, and will not tolerate harassment in any form; sexist, racist, or exclusionary during our events. Be kind to others. Do not insult or defame any fellow participants. This includes but is not limited to all those working the event. Any participant violating these rules may be asked to leave immediately at the discretion of the Guild. No refunds or accommodations will be issued for violators. We expect our events to provide a welcoming environment for all. Should anyone make you feel unsafe or unwelcome, or if you observe another individual in situational discomfort, please report it ASAP to one of our Safety Advocates. Reports can also be sent to: NYCBrewersGuild@gmail.com . As well as reported via our third party partner WeVow