JAMES CITY-Busch Gardens Williamsburg will bring back its popular Bier Fest, Virginia’s Largest Craft Beer Festival, in August.
The beer festival, which will run on weekends starting Friday, August 12, will feature 125 beers from 69 breweries around the world, including German flavored beers from Belgium and Munich, Germany.
Beer selections will include a mix of traditional Oktoberfest flair and contemporary craft beverages. Beers from 33 breweries from Virginia will be available. Locally, guests can enjoy brews from Alewerks Brewing Company, Billsburg Brewery, and The Virginia Beer Company in Greater Williamsburg as well as beers from other regional breweries such as Wasserhund Brewing in Virginia Beach and others.
In addition, the event will offer all-new signature cocktails as well as non-alcoholic beverages and beer-infused dishes including beer battered shrimp and the fan-favorite giant pretzel.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Bier Fest will also feature live musical entertainment from local bands throughout the event.
Bier Fest will be held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through Labor Day weekend and will also be held on Labor Day, Monday, September 5.
For complete details on the event, visit the theme park’s website.


