Sip and sample fare at beer and wine festivals

Spring is a great time to enjoy the refreshments and fun at area celebrations. Why not come out and try different varieties and types of beer and wine and find some new favorites? Besides drinks, some venues also offer live music.

Here is a taste of upcoming festivals:

Beers & Art at Saint Arnold Brewing Company

Friday, March 9, from 5-10 p.m., at Saint Arnold Brewing Company, 2000 Lyons Ave. Fun evening of local Saint Arnold craft beers, talented local artists and makers.

“We are all about building community through beer. We invite everyone to come out, discover and support local and independent artists and makers, while enjoying delicious local and independent beverages,” said Priscilla Walker, public relations and marketing, Saint Arnold Brewing Company.

Visit www.saintarnold.com, or call 713-686-9494.

Houston Scotch & Beer Fest

Friday, March 9, 7-10 p.m., India House, 8888 West Bellfort Ave. Beer, scotch, whiskey and wine tasting experi- ence, with live band. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/houston-scotch-beer-festtickets-39071616256.

Fifth Annual Celebr8ion of Beer

Saturday, March 17, 2-10 p.m., 8th Wonder Brewery, 2202 Dallas St..

Enjoy beer, live music, food trucks and more. Visit www.visithoustontexas.com/event/5th-annual-celebr8ion-ofbeer/52693/.

Brenner’s Wine Fest

Saturday, April 8, from 3-6 p.m., at 1 Birdsall St. Features wines from awardwinning vineyards. Must be 21 and present valid ID. No children. For more information, visit www.brennersfest.com or 713-868-4444.

Second Annual Beyond the Pints Craft Beer and Music Festival

Saturday, May 19, 1-7 p.m., Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. Sample local and national craft breweries, with live music and food trucks. For further details, visit www.eventbrite.com.