Culpeper Renaissance Inc. is thrilled to announce early bird tickets for the inaugural Gnarly Culpeper Block Party & Brew Fest—a day bursting with craft beer, live music, mouthwatering food, and family-friendly fun, are available Monday, March 16th! Join us in the heart of Culpeper Downtown on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 PM to 5 PM at the Depot District, 111 Commerce Street.
This isn’t just another festival; it’s a vibrant community gathering where craft beer enthusiasts, families, foodies, and friends unite to revel in the lively spirit of Culpeper Downtown. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with over 54 local brews and ciders from Virginia’s finest breweries on tap. Whether you’re into hoppy IPAs, rich stouts, tangy sours, or refreshing ciders, there’s a perfect pour waiting just for you. Plus, don’t miss the Best in Brew Competition—who will claim the title this year?
Altered Suds | Bad Top Brewing Co. | Belmont Farm Brewery & Distillery | Cider Lab | Death Ridge Brewery | Far Gohn Brewing Company | Feel the Rain Brothers Brew Co. | Iron Pipe Alewerks | Old Bust Head Brew Co. | Patch Brewing Co. | Son of a Bear | Tap 29 Virginia Farm Brewery | Veditz & Company Brewing | War Craft Brewery | Wild Hare Hard Cider | & brews on tap on the Virginia Eagle truck.
Feel the groove with live music from two fantastic bands that will keep the energy soaring all afternoon. 21 Blackbirds will kick things off from 12 PM to 2 PM, followed by The Band Monarch from 2:30 PM to 5 PM. So bring your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie!
No festival is complete without delicious food! Savor an amazing array of local food vendors serving up everything from BBQ to tacos, sweet treats to savory bites. Your taste buds will thank you!
2B-Q | Catch the Chef | Cobblestone Streets Coffee | Country Kettle | Happy Family Ranch | Kaziville | MooThru Ice Cream | Nanay’s Kitchen | Snackies | The Sipping Shack | Zandra’s Taqueria
Also, don’t miss the chance to browse unique crafts from talented local artisans, showcasing everything from flowers and pickles to handmade goods.
Azalea Field Flowers | Bad Ass Pickles | Chilling on the Farm | Frenchfreyd Creations | Spirit Fire Art | Sweet Dove Crochet | Rusty Bell Forge | Two Sassy Ladies | Visionaries of Culpeper
While the adults sip and sway, the kids can enjoy a world of fun with activities like Brennans Balloons, Danny’s Bouncy House, Caricatures by Daniel Ryman and Sandy’s Face Painting.
Early Bird Tickets are available ONLINE ONLY Monday March 16-March 29: $35 Tasting Admission! March 30-April 24: $40 for Tasting Admission and $15 for General Admission. Day-of pricing will be $50 for Tasting Admission and $20 for General Admission, while kids 13 and under get in for FREE! Purchase tickets online at www.culpeperdowntown.com, Far Gohn Brewing Company, VINOSITY or at the gate on the day of the event. Please note that no pets, coolers, or solicitation will be allowed at the event. This exciting celebration will go on rain or shine!
A huge shoutout to the amazing community partners and Gnarly Committee members for making this event possible!
Country Chevrolet | Far Gohn Brewing Company | WJMA/SAMFM | Amtrak | Duckett Corbin REMAX Gateway | UVA Community Credit Union | Virginia Eagle Distributing | Able Heating & Air | Culpeper Chamber of Commerce | CINTAS | Prince Michel Vineyards | Culpeper Media Network | Culpeper Times | Xpress Copy & Graphics | YHB | Merchants Grocery | Town of Culpeper | Blue Moon Pool Service | Collage Spa | Grill 309
Don’t miss out on the fun, friends, and fantastic brews at the Gnarly Culpeper Block Party & Brew Fest—it’s sure to be a day to remember!