A DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION
Live Bands on Stage • Fun & Unusual Games • Specials From Local Businesses
Inside The Brewfest:
Live Bands On Stage
All the oompah to get you in the Octoberfest spirit!
Traditional left of the dial rock & roll
Alt. Country, Soul, Roots & Blues / Rock N Roll originals
Games & Competitions
This event takes place in front of the main stage at 1:30pm.
The game’s objective is simple—you must thaw out, unfold, and wear a frozen t-shirt. Even though this game might sound easy, it’s a challenge to complete. Who will be the first to put on a frosty shirt and take home the prize?
Who is the best dressed for Octoberfest? Check it out at the main stage.
8th Annual Beard & Mustache Competition
Judging takes place at the main stage at 3:30pm.
For the eighth year, participants will groom, style, and dress their facial hair in the hope of being named “best in show” in the Beard and Mustache Competition at Swine & Stein Brewfest. Participants should be at the stage at 3:15pm. We are going to keep it simple. The crowd will cheer for their favorites so bring your best beard and friends to cheer you on.
Maine State Rock, Paper Scissors Championship
Preliminary Rounds: 3pm in the park next to Johnson Hall
Finals: 3:30pm In Front of the Stage
The unofficially official state championships for Rock, Paper, Scissors. Sign up for your spot on the bracket for your chance to be crowned the state (or at least the Brewfest) champion at the event info tent near the main gate. Preliminary rounds will being at 3pm in the park next to the Blind Pig Tavern. And then the finalists go head-to-head in front of the stage at 3:45pm after the Beard and Mustache Competition.
Stop by all day long at the games area in the post office parking lot near the stage to try your luck at a game of giant Jenga, Corn Hole, Pass The Pigs.
Vendors & Sponsors
GONETSPEED
Visit them at their tent in the park next to Johnson Hall.
JANET SLADE STATE FARM:
Our designated driver sponsor, Janet Slade State Farm Insurance will be providing giveaways and passing out free water and soda to non-drinking ticket holders. Stop by the large tent near the main entrance to check it out
HASHTAG LEATHERWORKS:
Brewfest sponsor Hashtag Leatherworks proudly creates handmade leather goods made in Maine. Totes, Bags, Belts, Wallets, Valet Trays, Laptop Sleeves, and More! Each handmade leather product is created individually out of their home shop in Central Maine. Stop by their booth located in the middle of the event to check out their products for sale.
Learn more at hashtagleatherworks.com
MAINELY PARACORD:
Stop by Mainely Paracord’s tent to buy add a handle to your sampler glass – avoid accidental drops, and keep your hands from getting cold. They will have other products for sale too.
NOVELTY COWBOY HATS:
Pick out your one of a kind, and totally unique cowboy hat made from beer boxes, soda boxes, and other popular brands. Nothing says you’re ready for a good time like a big, unique cowboy hat! Stop by Linda’s booth near the stage to check them out.
COBBOSSEE ARTISANS:
Visit them at their tent near the main entrance.
TYPEWRITER POETRY:
Stop by their booth to learn more
GLEN THE WOODWORKER:
Craftsman wood turned bowls, pens and more. Located in front of Monkitree.
Downtown Specials & Events:
Restaurants
Hungry? Click on the icon or heading above to to explore where you can grab a bite downtown
Shopping
Bring something back with you! Click the heading or icon above to check out our downtown shops
Store Specials
Check out our downtown shops and restaurants for special offerings.
PISTIL & PAGE:
203 Water Street: Houseplants, books, homegoods and gifts
Come and enjoy all the Swine & Stein has to offer and get 15% off your purchase at Pistil & Page with proof of ticket! We’ll be open 10-6 so check us out before or after the event.
Find them on Facebook, Instagram and at pistilandpage.com
TABLE BAR:
207 Water Street: Wine Bar
find them in the beer garden with hot dogs and “meat cones.” And join them after the event with a full dinner menu starting at 5 and live music.
MONKITREE:
263 Water Street: Arts, Crafts and Gifts
Hosting Glen the Woodworker in the tent in front of their business.
BATEAU BREWING:
149 Water Street: Brewery
They will be at the event serving up a few favorites, and their tasting room will be open from 12 – 8 PM if you need a break from the crowd or a place to hang out after the event. Business Casual will be playing live at 5 PM at Bateau for your post-event entertainment!
VIP
Exclusive early access to premier tastings from breweries, distilleries & wineries for VIP hour from 12pm-1pm. Includes complimentary tasting glass, live music, entertainment and food vendors.
Limited quantity available!
General Admission
1pm entry with access to samples from breweries, distilleries and wineries, live music, entertainment and food vendors. Includes complimentary tasting glass.
Save $5 off the gate price by buying in advance.
DESIGNATED DRIVER
Non-drinking admission. Includes unlimited soft drinks and water, live music, entertainment and food vendors.
May enter at 12pm when accompanied with VIP ticketholder, otherwise general 1pm admission.