About Brews Bourbon and BBQ
Hosted by the North Canton Chamber of Commerce, the Brews, Bourbon and BBQ was rebranded in 2022 (Originally Craft Beer Fest) in partnership with 720 Markets, to include retail vendors, barbecue pit masters, and a wider variety of breweries and distilleries from across the region. Due to increasing popularity the festival is moving to a larger venue to accommodate more guests and vendors. The new location will be 7/17 Credit Union Park (home of the Akron RubberDucks) in downtown Akron. This transition to a stadium setting provides the necessary space for more sampling stations, additional food options and an overall enhanced experience for our attendees.
Brew, Bourbon & VIP Passports
Brewery Passport
Each brewery passport allows ticket holders 15 Five oz pours from any brewery featured at the event. Passport holders will also receive a specialized mug to be used throughout the event.
Distillery Passport
Each distillery passport allows ticket holders 8 half oz pours from any distillery featured at the event. Passport holders will also receive a specialized glass to be used throughout the event.
VIP All Access
VIP All Access
Each distillery passport allows ticket holders 8 half oz pours from any distillery, 15 five oz ours from any brewery and a 1 hour VIP early entry prior to General Admission. Passport holders will also receive a specialized VIP glass to be used throughout the event.
Master Classes Experience
The Industry Cocktail Class
Pav's Bourbon & Cream Pairing
The Industry Cocktail Class
Learn the history, secrets, and techniques to master three bourbon-based cocktails from the best in the business, The Industry.
You’ll step behind the bar and learn how to master the art of their Signature Old Fashioned, the Paper Plane, and a Toasted Sour — hands on, guided by the pros.
5:30 @ the Tiki Bar
Amelia's Bourbon & Bites
Pav's Bourbon & Cream Pairing
The Industry Cocktail Class
An exclusive ticketed bourbon pairing experience at Amelia’s by The Farmer’s Rail will feature four exceptional pours—Preservation Wheated, Very Olde St. Nick, Rare Perfection 15 Year, and Wattie Boone & Sons—each paired with a carefully crafted course from Amelia’s highly regarded menu. This four-course experience highlights the unique c
An exclusive ticketed bourbon pairing experience at Amelia’s by The Farmer’s Rail will feature four exceptional pours—Preservation Wheated, Very Olde St. Nick, Rare Perfection 15 Year, and Wattie Boone & Sons—each paired with a carefully crafted course from Amelia’s highly regarded menu. This four-course experience highlights the unique character of each bourbon alongside the bold, elevated flavors that have made Amelia’s a standout dining destination. Space is limited, making this a rare opportunity for bourbon lovers and food enthusiasts alike
6:30 @ the Duck Club
Pav's Bourbon & Cream Pairing
Pav's Bourbon & Cream Pairing
Pav's Bourbon & Cream Pairing
Join us for a special tasting event where we will pair four allocated bourbons with four new ice cream flavors, carefully selected to complement each pour perfectly.
Featured Ice Cream
- Roasted Peanut Butter w/ Bourbon Barrel Honey & Bananas
- Cherry Tiramisu
- Burnt Butterscotch
- Brown Butter Pecan
8:30 @ the Duck Club
Where To Stay
Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott
The North Canton Chamber have partnered with The Courtyard by Marriott in Akron who are offering exclusive rates to our guest who attend this years Brews, Bourbon and BBQ Festival
BLU-Tique
Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott
The North Canton Chamber have also partnered with The BLU-Tique in Akron who are offering exclusive rates to our guest who attend this years Brews, Bourbon and BBQ Festival
First Time Festival Appearance
Festival Favorites
Distillery Line Up
VIP Exclusive Pours
Presented By 7/17 Credit Union
We’re proud to announce that 7/17 Credit Union is the official title sponsor of the Brews, Bourbon & BBQ Festival.
Founded in 1957 by 15 Packard Electric workers with just $75 in a cigar box at the IUE Local 717 union hall, 7/17 has grown into Northeast Ohio’s largest credit union—over 120,000 members and 12 branches strong. Their mission has never changed: “We help people improve their lives financially and support the communities we serve.” That purpose shows up in everything from no-fee mortgages and community housing investments to everyday support for local nonprofits and families.
This sponsorship is a natural fit as the festival finds its new home at 7/17 Credit Union Park (formerly Canal Park).
Event Committee
