It will be pours galore in Chardon for BrewFest

Sixth-annual event on square offers 15, with more available

Chardon BrewFest returns to Historic Chardon Square Aug. 12, with 25 local brewers pouring beers for the sixth-annual event.

“Last year we had our largest crowd ever experiencing Chardon Square’s unique character with local businesses, local food and, of course, the Historic Courthouse,” said head organizer Steve Turpin of Chardon Tomorrow, the nonprofit that presents the event, in a news release. “Word is spreading like crazy, and we expect sunny skies and another record-breaking crowd.”

From noon to 5 p.m., festival-goers will get 15 pours from a selection of 25 craft brewers from around Ohio and surrounding states. Bands will supply music all day, and food will be available for sale from Square Bistro, Juiced, Maple City Taps & Eatery and Spinner’s Good Time Diner. Plus, Chardon native Jenn Harcher of Fox 8 will emcee the event, the release states.

More pours are sold separately. Parking is free. Advanced tickets can be purchased at chardontomorrow.org or in person at Beans Coffee Shop & Bistro in town. Event updates, including a map of brewers and parking recommendations, will be on Facebook and Twitter.

Admission, which includes the tasting glass, is $30 in advance online, $25 each for six tickets or more purchased in person, or $40 at the door. Designated drivers pay $15 for the tasting glass and unlimited soft drinks. Everyone enjoys free water, as well, according to the release.

The Run for Suds 5K gets the day started at 8:30 a.m.

JANE KIND PHOTOGRAPHY Organizers are expecting a big crowd for this year’s Chardon BrewFest, Aug. 12 on Chardon Square.