I don't know where April went...there must've been too many things going on. May is here already: Kentucky Derby, The Players Championship, Mother's Day, Memorial Day and kickoff to Summer right around the corner. And, if you're looking for more things to do, and a few reasons to say "Cheers," check out some of these events comin' your way in May:
May 2:
Brick City Beer and Wine Festival
Citizens' Circle, Downtown Ocala FL
Looks like a good time!
Big Brew
Various Locations
The American Homebrewers Association's annual Big Brew to celebrate National Homebrew Day. Yep, that's a thing! Events all around Florida. Check out the AHA website to find one near you!
May 2:
North Brevard Craft Brew Fest
Downtown Titusville FL
They'll be "celebrating the taste of beer" with some good brews from some familiar breweries, including Playalinda Brewing.
Support Your Local Breweries Beer Class -
Jacksonville.... with Engine 15 Brewing at
Total Wine at Town Center, Jacksonville FL 6:30-8:30pm
It's a beer class with beer tasting! Get schooled about beer from a local brewery. Be there before the bell, and register at the Total Wine website. Check the Total Wine website for additional classes near you.
Delray Beach Craft Beer Fest
Outdoor Pavilion, Delray Beach FL
Brews from South Florida and more....
Brew at the Zoo
Zoo Miami, Miami FL
Sixth Annual brew-fest at the zoo features an impressive list of breweries from Florida and more.
May 9:
Temple Terrace Craft Brew Fest
Woodmont Park, Temple Terrace FL
First edition of this fest. If you don't know where it is, go West by Tampa... Nice beer lineup, music and food.
May 11-17:
American Craft Beer Week 2015
All Across Florida, All Across America!
Check local sources and updates for events near you. And, see some of the events below. Cheers!
May 15:
Jacksonville Craft & Import Beer Festival
Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena,
Jacksonville FL
Huge selection of brews from local, regional and national breweries. Over 20 local restaurants, two bands, two DJs. It's inside....no weather worries!
Due South Brewing Third Anniversary Party
Due South Brewing, Boynton Beach FL
Food trucks, pig roast, new tappings and a few limited releases from Due South. Gonna be a party from 12-8pm.
Proof Brewing Co. Anniversary Party
Proof Brewing Production Facility,
Tallahassee FL
Anniversary Party and Low Country Boil at Railroad Square, 12-8pm. Music, food, and, yeah, some special beers, too.
Red, White & Craft Brews Fest
Armed Forces History Museum, Largo FL
Indoor/outdoor event features over 75 beers, beer and cheese pairings, music, food trucks.
May 16:
Sour, Berliner Weisse & Lambic Festival
Cajun Cafe on the Bayou, Pinellas Park FL
4th Annual Fest featuring these beer styles and more.
Funky Buddha Brewery Two-Year Anniversary
Funky Buddha Brewery, Oakland Park FL
They're turning two, and that means Party! The bash goes down from 12-10pm with a street festival, including music, food trucks, and "dozens" (that's a quote) of limited and special release beers. Check out their website and Facebook page for ticket info.
Hey, alright, I think that's about it for now. And, to think I thought that May was a month to relax...forget about that...there's always something going on. I'm always on the lookout for events and things, so if you see one that I might not know about, let me know! See you out and about at a brewery or event. I'll be reporting from some new-to-me Florida breweries later this month...WooHoo!
Cheers! Til next time.....