15th Annual Winter BrewFest Caras Park
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 1:00-6:00 PM | Caras Park
Shake off the winter blues and enjoy some brews! Enjoy over 40 Montana-only beers, seltzers, and ciders, plus a wine and mimosa bar—all paired with great tunes and delicious food.
Stay cozy with burn barrels, tasty bites from local food trucks, and exciting beats from DJ TRX.
View the event details below. Looking forward to spring? Check out Winter BrewFest’s sibling event, Garden City BrewFest!
Winter BrewFest is back for its 15th year!
Admission
The Winter BrewFest is free to attend and open to all ages. Bundle up, soak in the winter views of Downtown Missoula, and enjoy free music from a local DJ.
To enjoy the beverage offerings, you must be 21 or older and purchase a drink glass or mug, both of which come with three tokens. Additional tokens are available for $2 each. Now accepting cash AND credit cards!
7oz Original Taster Cup ($20 + Three Tokens)
12oz Limited Edition Mug Cup ($30 + Three Tokens)
Volunteer
Every year, the Winter Brewfest depends on over 100 volunteers to help make the event a success. When you volunteer, you get a free taster glass and four tokens, along with a piece of exclusive Winter BrewFest merch! You can sign up for the following shifts:
- Set-Up
- Volunteer Check-In
- Fire Barrel Master
- Glass/Token Seller
- Wristbanders
- Beer Service
- Tear Down & Clean Up
2026 Sponsors
Thank you to the 2026 Winter BrewFest for helping make this event happen for yet another year. Want to support this great event? Learn more about Downtown Missoula event sponsorships here or email [email protected].
Snow Squall Sponsors: Downtown Missoula Partnership | Republic Services | Trail 103.3
Fresh Powder: Mountain Hot Tub | Kettlehouse Brewing Company
Apres Ski: C’s Exterior Designs | Zoo City Apparel | Pine & Iron Mobile Axe Throwing
Winter Shop Row: 208 Tees | Sinful Beverages
Tap List
The 2026 Winter BrewFest tap list is live!
Click on the button below to take a look at our tap list for Winter BrewFest. All beer, seltzer, and cider beverages at Winter BrewFest are 100% made in Montana.
Event FAQs
Do I have to pay to attend this event?
No, the event is free to attend! You’ll only need to pay if you want to purchase a taster glass or mug and tokens for sampling drinks.
How can I pay for food, drinks, and more?
We accept both cash and credit cards for all purchases at the event.
How can I stay warm?
There will be fire pits and propane heaters placed throughout the park to help keep you warm. Still, be sure to dress for the weather—it’s February in Montana!
Will the event be canceled if it snows?
Definitely not. We’ll host Winter BrewFest snow or shine. Whether it’s in the low tens or lucky enough to hit the 40s, we’ll be out there enjoying the day.
Where can I park?
Downtown parking is free on Saturdays. Check out available parking locations ahead of time and plan accordingly—spots can fill up quickly. Don’t want to deal with parking? Take the Mountain Line Bus Service, which offers zero-fare transportation.
What if I don’t use all my drink tokens?
Sorry, we don’t offer refunds for unused tokens. However, you can save them for Garden City BrewFest, share them with a friend, or use them up before the event ends.
Can I still attend if I don’t want to drink alcohol?
Absolutely. We’ll have a variety of non-alcoholic options, including N/A beer, soda, and water.
2026 Winter BrewFest Poster
This year’s Winter BrewFest has traces of ruby red to commemorate its 15th anniversary! You win an extra ten points if you can spot the secret easter eggs in it (squirrel, burrowing fox, ice skating dinosaur in honor of DJ TRX). A big thank you to Erin Johnson at FireSprung Designs for making this master piece!
