News Summary

The 2025 Tallahassee Beer Festival is scheduled for August 9 at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. Attendees can sample various beverages and enjoy live music, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits. Several ticket options are available, including VIP experiences and designated driver tickets. A Beer Mile event precedes the festival, alongside discounts for first responders and military personnel.

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The 2025 Tallahassee Beer Festival is set to take place on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, marking the event as North Florida’s largest beer festival. This anticipated festival offers attendees an opportunity to sample hundreds of different beverages, including an exciting variety of beers, ciders, and ready-to-drink cocktails sourced from national brands, regional favorites, and innovative home brewers.

Festivalgoers can enjoy not only the tastings but also a lively atmosphere filled with live music and entertainment. Local vendor booths and food options will also be available for purchase throughout the event. Most importantly, proceeds from the festival will go on to support local nonprofit organizations within the greater Leon County community.

Ticket Information

There are three tiered ticket options available for purchase:

• VIP Experience: Attendees gain early access at 1 p.m. and enjoy exclusive pours of high-end brews, complimentary food from local restaurants, private seating, and live music in the VIP Lounge.
• Early Admission: Entry at 1 p.m. without VIP perks.
• General Admission: Begins at 2 p.m.

Additionally, Designated Driver tickets will be available to promote safety among attendees. Ticket sales will launch on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 10 a.m., and can be purchased online at www.tuckerciviccenter.com or directly at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center Box Office during regular business hours, which are Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ticket prices may incur applicable fees, and attendees are urged to purchase tickets only from the official site or box office to avoid potential scams from third-party sellers.

Additional Events and Discounts

A special Beer Mile event will take place the night before the festival, offering additional ticket perks for participants. To recognize their service, special discounts will be provided for First Responders (EMT, Paramedics, Fire, Police), Teachers, Nurses, and Active-Duty Military personnel, though these tickets must be purchased in person with valid identification.

About the Venue

The festival will be hosted at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, which is renowned for being North Florida’s premier entertainment and convention center. The facility boasts a 12,100-seat arena and over 54,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space, making it an ideal location for large-scale events like the Tallahassee Beer Festival.

Attendees interested in following updates about the event can do so by checking the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center’s social media pages on Facebook and Twitter. The total net proceeds from the 2025 Tallahassee Beer Festival will be dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations that serve the local community, highlighting the festival’s commitment to giving back to the Leon County area.

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Additional Resources

• Valdosta Today: Tucker Civic Center to Host 2025 Tallahassee Beer Festival
• Wikipedia: Tallahassee
• Tallahassee Democrat: Beach and Beer Make SGI Brewfest as One of Florida’s Best
• Google Search: Tallahassee Beer Festival
• WTXL: Tallahassee Beer Festival to Benefit 26 Local Charities
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Tallahassee Florida
• Tallahassee Democrat: Head South for 2nd Annual Crafts & Drafts Brew Fest
• Google News: Tallahassee Beer Festival