Ohio Brew Week 2013 Schedule of Events
The Ohio Brew Week Welcome Center (Oak Room, 14 Station St.) and the Ohio Brew Week Shop (5 North Court St., front area) are both open daily. Maps, information, tickets and souvenirs are available at both locations.
Friday, June 21 |
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12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
5 - 9:30 p.m. |
Rock 'n' Roast. BBQ, pig roast, bbq ribs/chicken, and sides. Featuring Elevator Brewing Co. craft brew. Backwords band plays at 6 p.m. |
7 p.m. |
Firkin Friday PB&J Cask of Nutcase PB porter. 7 taps of Listermann/Triple Digit brews. |
9:30 p.m. |
Mojoflo. Funk-Jazz-R&B Fusion. $5 at door. |
10:30 p.m. |
Music: Leave Corp followed by Joshua P James and the Paper Planes. |
Saturday, June 22 |
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Brunch. In addition to our wide selection of regular brunch menu items we will be offering our biscuits and beer gravy made with our house made Spanish chorizo, a steak, eggs and beer breakfast, beer crust Havana eggs pizza and a selection of our beer inspired desserts and special beer drinks. Walkins welcome, reservations recommended. |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
3 - 10:30 p.m. |
Mt. Carmel Brewing OBW Kickoff Party |
4 p.m. |
Barrel Aged Night. 4 Barrel Aged beers on draft (Rum Barrel Aged Aftermath, Bourbon Barrel Chickow, White Death, Cincinnatus) |
6 - 9:30 p.m. |
My Sister's Place BBQ and Barn Dance Fundraiser. Dinner is at 6. Live music, dancing, and silent auction start around 7. Kiser's BBQ will be catering the food, and there will be local craft brews to enjoy. Tickets are $45 per person & are available for purchase at Fluff Bakery with cash or check, or can be ordered from the MSP website: www.mspathens.org/how-to-give/tickets-to-events.html |
Barrel Aged Night. 4 BA beers on draft (Rum Barrel Aged Aftermath, Bourbon Barrel Chickow, White Death, Cincinnatus) |
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7 p.m. |
Appalachian Hell Betties Roller Derby Tournament. |
9:30 p.m. |
Hellnaw: The Show. $5 at door. |
10 p.m. |
Music: Hey Mavis |
Sunday, June 23 |
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Brunch. In addition to our wide selection of regular brunch menu items we will be offering our biscuits and beer gravy made with our house made Spanish chorizo, a steak, eggs and beer breakfast, beer crust Havana eggs pizza and a selection of our beer inspired desserts and special beer drinks. Walkins welcome, reservations recommended. |
11 a.m. |
Beers for Brunch. Who needs food for breakfast when you have this lineup of beer? Friar Bacon Smoked Bock, Chickow! Hazelnut Double Brown, Nutcase Peanut Butter Porter, Experimental Cinnamon Roll Ale. |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
3 - 8 p.m. |
Heart of the Hocking Hootenanny—A Benefit for Logan-Area Food Banks. With Mt. Carmel Brewing Company. |
3 p.m. |
Celebrating Cincinnati Day: enjoy Cincinnati craft brews while watching the Reds play the Arizona Diamondbacks. Sample: 50 West, IPA; Mt. Carmel Brewing Co., Amber; Rivertown Brewing Co., Roebling; and Christian Moerlein, Elixir ESB. |
6 p.m. |
Beer-infused buffet. Featuring Bill Metzger, beer newspaper and magazine publisher, talking about making a living writing about beer. |
9:30 p.m. |
Word of Mouth Jazz Band. Jazz. $2 at door. |
Monday,
June 24 |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
1 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
2 p.m. |
Formal Tasting. Meet the brewer: Garin Wright, Buckeye Brewing Co. Beer samples & beer infused appetizers |
3 p.m. |
Mt Carmel Brewery Tasting with Patrick Clark. Amber Ale, IPA, Nut Brown, Stout, Blonde Ale and a Seasonal. |
3 p.m. |
Hop Growing & Production in Ohio |
4 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
4:30 p.m. |
Beer Tasting: Five Ohio IPAs with Indian Snacks |
5:30 p.m. |
Official Keg Tapping Ceremony |
6 - 10 p.m. |
Our award winning chef's Ribs and Beer Dinner. Walkins and reservations welcome. |
9 p.m. |
"The Bricks" Brew Week kick-off Celebration. At 9:30 p.m. meet Bill Metzger, beer news publisher. |
9 p.m. |
Music: Coolville Hotclub |
10 p.m. |
Open Mic Night w/ Junebug. Open Stage. FREE |
Tuesday, June 25 |
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11 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Burger Tuesday - Thanks to Willoughby Brewing Company's craft beers we have created 5 specialty brew burgers. It's also Team Trivia Night, starting at 7pm. It's free to enter and prizes will be awarded! |
Noon |
Lunch with Keynote Speaker Bill Metzger. Order off menu. |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
2 p.m. |
Formal Craft brew Tasting. Sampling Maumee Bay Brewing Co. beers Tickets: $18 includes beer infused appetizers. |
4:30 p.m. |
Meet the brewer: Buckeye Brewing. Meet Buckeye representative Garin Wright and restaurant owner Todd Wilson as you taste your choice of 4 beers including: Wheat Cloud Hefe Weizen, Paw Paw, Spicebush, Hippie IPA, Martian Lager, Cleveland Porter. History of Cuban cuisine and meal pairings will be discussed. The event is free. Special menu featuring Buckeye Brews as ingredients available all night, sampler cost is $10 |
4:30 p.m. |
Beer Tasting: Five Ohio IPAs with Indian Snacks |
6 p.m. |
ATHENS CUISINE SHOWCASE & Stars of Illusion |
6 p.m. |
Distiller's Forum. With distillers; Kelly Sauber, Dancing Tree (shade), Josh Daily, Middlewest Spirits makers of OYO products (Columbus), Greg Lehman, Watershed Distillery (Columbus), Seth Warren, Crystal Spirits LLC makers of Buckeye Vodka (Dayton), George and Lynda Vergits, Veriano Fine Foods and Spirits makers of Tessora products. |
9:30 p.m. |
The Porters. Rock Jam Band. |
10 p.m. |
Open Stage with Chris Biester. |
10 p.m. |
DJ Country night |
Wednesday, June 26 |
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9 a.m. |
OBW Putters & Pints GolfTournament. To register a foursome, email, info@ohiobrewweek.com, or call, Steve Burke, 740-589-3740. |
11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
Brew Week Boneless Wing Wednesday. Come enjoy a half pound or full pound of our in-house prepared wings tossed in our Willoughby flavored sauces. Also check out our full customized Brew Week menu featuring Willoughby Brewing Company’s craft beer. |
11:30 a.m. |
Ladies Luncheon. Featuring Samples of Rehive Ale, Rockmill Brewery, and N High Brewery
Order off the menu. |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
1 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
2 p.m. |
Ohio Brew Week Community Dialogue Series: Ohio Brew Week and the Ohio Agriculture Brewing Alliance present the NANO BREWING Symposium. Talk and brewing demonstration at the Jackie O’s Pub, 22 W. Union St. |
4 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
4 p.m. |
Ladies night. Featuring Strawberry Belgian Blonde. |
4:30 p.m. |
Beer Tasting: Five Ohio IPAs with Indian Snacks |
5 p.m. |
Meet the Brewer Happy Hour |
5 - 8 p.m. |
Mask Making (Arts Hop) |
5 - 10 p.m. |
Homebrew Keg Competition event. Hosted by Eric Hedin, Athens Do It Yourself Shop. $10 admission at the door. |
6 p.m. |
Brewer's Forum. With brewer's Garin Wright, Buckeye Brewing Co (Cleveland), Mike Dewey, Mt Carmel Brewing Co. (Cincy), Jay and Lori Wince, Weasel Boy Brewing Co. (Zanesville), Luke Purcell, Great Lakes Brewing Co. (Cleveland), Dick Stevens, ElevatorBrewing Co. (Columbus), Brad Clark, Jackie O's (Athens), Chris McKim, The Brew Kettle (Strongsville). |
6 p.m. |
Mt. Carmel Brewing Beer Dinner. |
7 p.m. |
Meet the owner |
7 p.m. |
BWW Pool Tournament |
7 - 9 p.m. |
Pint Nite @ The CI featuring Elevator Brewing Co. beers |
8 p.m. |
The ever popular OBW Meatball eating competition. |
8 p.m. |
Ladies Night. So You think you don’t Like Beer? Come let Garin Wright of Buckeye Brewingtalk to you about the magic & romance of hops. Sample lighter, fruity brews and beers made with chocolate malts. Beer infused appetizers included. $16. Tickets for tastings can be purchased at the Oak Room any time Monday through Thursday. |
9 p.m. |
OBW Trivia Night. Hosted by Marcus Carney. Beer and Ohio Craft beer related trivia. Prizes awarded. |
9 p.m. - Close |
Christmas in June. Wear a Christmas hat, and sip 12 Dogs of Christmas Ale from Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. and also Bourbon Barrel Aged 12 Dogs Of Christmas Ale. Meet the Big Dog himself. |
9:30 p.m. |
Nick & Joe's homegrown Show. Acoustic Rock. FREE |
10 p.m. |
Karaoke Night. |
10 p.m. - 2 a.m. |
Karaoke and Brews. Come in and sing your heart out, and enjoy beer inspired apps and Ohio craft brews while you do it. |
Thursday, June 27 |
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10:45 a.m. |
Have you ever had a beer at a Castle? |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
12 - 8 p.m. |
Dairy Barn Quilt National 2013 . |
1 p.m. |
Formal Craft Brew Tasting |
3 p.m. |
Formal Tasting, Meet the Brewer |
3 p.m. |
Formal Craft Brew Tasting |
3 p.m. |
Haunted Hocking Tours! Join ghost hunters Pat and Jeannette Quackenbush on this unique to Ohio Brew Week adventure. See the most haunted places near Athens, use ghost hunting equipment. Two tours, Th, June 27, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tours start upstairs, the Oak Room, 14 Station St. with a short video. Come prepared to be scared! Sponsored by the Athens Homebrew Club. $20.00. Click here for tickets. |
4 p.m. |
"Keep the Commemorative Glass NIght" |
4:30 p.m. |
Beer Tasting: Five Ohio IPAs with Indian Snacks |
5 - 10 p.m. |
Night of Desserts. Desserts ranging from the savory to the sweet side, made with beers from various Ohio craft brews. Available in full servings or as a dessert sampler paired with a beer sampler. |
6 p.m. |
Pigskin Pig Roast
Featuring Willoughby Brewing Co.'s Following Casks: Cask Dry-Hopped Little Dipper served via Beer Engine
Cask Gutterpup Porter w/Cacao Nibs served via Beer Engine |
6 p.m. |
Haunted Hocking Tours! Join ghost hunters Pat and Jeannette Quackenbush on this unique to Ohio Brew Week adventure. See the most haunted places near Athens, use ghost hunting equipment. Two tours, Th, June 27, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tours start upstairs, the Oak Room, 14 Station St. with a short video. Come prepared to be scared! Sponsored by the Athens Homebrew Club. $20.00. Click here for tickets. |
7 p.m. |
Ms. Plumber's Crack Competition. |
7 p.m. |
Meet the brewer. Eric Bean, brewer and owner, Columbus Brewing Co. |
7 p.m. |
Six-Course Beer Pairing Dinner. Restaurant Salaam's six-course dinner will feature Ohio beer pairings presented by John Najeway of Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. Click here to view the menu. Reservations required. $55 a person. Click here to purchase tickets or make a reservation with Salaam directly by calling (740) 594-3800. |
7:15 p.m. |
Have you ever had a beer at a Castle? |
7:30 p.m. |
Brew in the Ballpark: Southern Ohio Copperheads vs.Grand Lake Mariners |
9 p.m. |
Meet the Owner. Christian Moerlein CEO Greg Hardman. Specials on dry-hopped, cask-conditioned Northern Liberties. |
10 p.m. |
Music: Wormz and Decomposers |
Friday, June 28 |
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Day of Beer and Charcuterie (Lunch - Dinner all day). House made bacon, ham & beer bratwurst, paired with craft brews, cheeses, breads and more. |
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11 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Wing Variety Day |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
1 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
3 p.m. |
Brew-B-Q |
4 p.m. |
Historic Walking Tour of Taverns & Pubs |
4:30 p.m. |
Beer Tasting: Five Ohio IPAs with Indian Snacks |
5 p.m. |
Final Fridays |
6 p.m. |
6 p.m. Willoughby Brewing Co. Saison Cask Tapping |
7 p.m. |
Firkin Friday: Cask of Chickow with Cocnut and Vanilla. |
7 p.m. |
Join us on the Porch. Mt. Carmel brews & pizzas with Mt. Carmel inspired ingredients. |
7:30 p.m. |
Free Summer Concert Series |
10 p.m. |
Music: Word of Mouth Jazz Band |
10 p.m. |
Head First 80's Band |
Saturday, June 29 |
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10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Brunch. In addition to our wide selection of regular brunch menu items we will be offering our biscuits and beer gravy made with our house made Spanish chorizo, a steak, eggs and beer breakfast, beer crust Havana eggs pizza and a selection of our beer inspired desserts and special beer drinks. Walkins welcome, reservations recommended. |
11 a.m. |
Live in Columbus? Want to come to Athens for a day of Brew Week Fun? Sign up for the Creative Coach Company Athens Brew Fest Fun Bus! The bus departs Columbus at 11 a.m. and returns at 10:15 p.m., giving you a full day of craft brew exploration in Athens. $30 per person. Click here for details. |
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Fur Peace Ranch Grand Opening: Psylodelic Gallery. Free and open to the public. |
12 - 4 p.m. |
The Athens Kroger will be sampling delicious Ohio Craft Beer. There will numerous styles from a dozen of Ohio's best breweries. What a great chance to take home some Fine Ohio Craft Beer! |
12 - 9 p.m. |
Arts Hop Festival: Mask Making |
2 - 10 p.m. |
OBW “The Last Call for 2013” Brews on the Block finale
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7:30 p.m. |
“Brews at the Ballpark” Southern Ohio Copperheads vs. Licking County Settlers |
8 p.m. |
Big Brother & The Holding Company Concert. Tickets must be purchased in advance. |
10 p.m. |
Music: Jen Millerr |
10 p.m. |
Music: Eric Sommer Jackie O’s Pub, 22 W. Union St. |








