Autumn Brew Review

Autumn Brew Review is coming back to Boom Island Park in Minneapolis this fall! Join us on the shores of the mighty Mississippi for a perfect October afternoon of autumn brews and winter warmers. Check out the ABR Fest Guide to get the most out of the event!

• October 15, 2022 | 1:30 – 5:00 PM
• Boom Island Park | Minneapolis, MN
• 21+ Only Event, Valid Photo ID Required at Entry. No children, infants, or pets allowed.
• Rain or Shine, no refunds.
• MNCBG Events Code of Conduct, Terms & Conditions, and Violation Reporting

***We will not accept duplicate or fake tickets purchased on the second-hand market. Beware of scams! If you must purchase a ticket on the secondary market, we suggest that you make the transfer AT the event to ensure the authenticity of your ticket. ***

Getting to Boom Island Park

Fest entry will be on the south-east side of Boom Island Park (near the playground). The easiest approach is from BF Nelson Park off of Marshall St. We encourage festgoers to use public transit, bikes, or taxis/ride-shares for this fest, and plan a safe trip home!

• Public Transit: Get free rides to and from ABR with Metro Transit! Take this quick survey to get your free pass. 
• Bicycle: Boom Island Park is easily accessible via bike and there will be bike racks near fest-entry. Bikes must be removed by 6:00 PM on Saturday
• Ride Share/Taxi Drop Off: 434 NE Main Street, Minneapolis MN 55413.

Proceeds from this festival help the MNCBG, as a nonprofit, support the breweries that participate. If the event is canceled due to public health emergency, tickets will automatically roll over to the 2023 event.

Sample 95+ MN breweries and brewpubs!

See the beer list on Untappd.

Food Trucks

Shops and Artists

Live DJ Set: Mac Wilson – 89.3, The Current

>> Listen to 89.3 Live
>> See the Mac Wilson page

See the Fest Guide and Map

Can I bring…?

• Bags – Yes. All bags (and large coats) will be checked at the gate.
• Umbrellas – Yes.
• Folding Chairs and Blankets – Yes – encouraged!
• Snack Necklaces – Yes! All sorts of snack necklaces are welcome!
• Drinks – Only empty or sealed water bottles. There will be locations to fill your water bottles in the Marketplace and the fest. No other outside drinks are allowed.
• Medication, masks, hand sanitizer, etc. – Yes. Please bring the personal health/wellness items that you need to have a safe and fun experience!
• Children or Pets – No. MNCBG festivals do not allow infants, children, or pets. Service animals are welcome.
• Food – No (with the exception of snack necklaces).
• Weapons – No. All weapons including pocket knives are strictly prohibited. Bags and coats will be checked at entry.

Is this fest accessible?
ABR is held in Boom Island Park. Much of the fest is located on uneven/sloped grass that may be wet, muddy, or soft. Areas of the festival grounds may be difficult to access via wheelchair. There will be multiple ADA-compliant restroom stalls. Guests are encouraged to bring their own seating.

How early should I arrive?
To avoid check-in lines, ABR will have early check-in.

Guests can begin the ticket/wristband process at 12:30 and wait for the fest to open in our ABR Marketplace. Once in the Marketplace, you will not be able to leave and re-enter. (There will be bathrooms and water access within the Marketplace.) At 1:30p.m. anyone in the Marketplace will be immediately let into the festival to begin sampling. Once the Marketplace is full, early check-in will stop.

Will there be any special or rare beers?
Yes! You can find the beers being poured using our mobile app. More details will be available in the weeks preceding the fest.

Will there be non-alcoholic drinks?
Yes. Brewers are bringing Minnesota-made N/A options that will be poured in a designated N/A tent and throughout the fest. There will also be plenty of water.

How do I vote for Best Beer and Best Brewery?
Voting can only be done in person at Autumn Brew Review! Stop by our PAC Tent near the Marketplace to cast your vote!

Will there be tickets day-of?
Likely not. ABR usually sells out at full capacity, meaning there will not be any extra tickets, including DD tickets. Please purchase your tickets by early October to ensure you’ll get yours!

I have another question.
For additional questions or concerns, please email us.

Brewery Happy Hour: Prairie Malt
Brewery Tent: Country Malt
Brewery Entry: Hopsteiner
Water: Tap Minneapolis
Transit: Metro Transit
Entertainment and Glassware: The Current
Ice: Triton Chemical
Fest Partner: Quality Stainless
Photographer: Mike Krivit
Other Sponsors and Partners: ABV Technology, Boyum Barenscheer, BSG Craftbrewing, Malteurop