CALIFORNIA’S LARGEST BLACK BEER FEST
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The Peoples Beer Fest is California’s largest Black beer festival and serves as a platform to amplify Black brewers and brands within the U.S.!
Join Peoples Beer Festival to experience a unified brewing collaboration, beers from Black breweries and beer brands across the country, educational workshops, and an opportunity to support diver
The Peoples Beer Fest is California’s largest Black beer festival and serves as a platform to amplify Black brewers and brands within the U.S.!
Join Peoples Beer Festival to experience a unified brewing collaboration, beers from Black breweries and beer brands across the country, educational workshops, and an opportunity to support diversity in craft beer.
A portion of event proceeds will be donated to the National Black Brewers Association.
The Peoples Beer Festival is a block party that includes 40+ breweries, wineries and cideries, a showcase from local artists and artisans, a children’s playground, educational workshops, an experience for designated drivers, and a live performances by Tone Mosaic and the Nappy Roots. In addition, restaurants throughout Oak Park will be of
The Peoples Beer Festival is a block party that includes 40+ breweries, wineries and cideries, a showcase from local artists and artisans, a children’s playground, educational workshops, an experience for designated drivers, and a live performances by Tone Mosaic and the Nappy Roots. In addition, restaurants throughout Oak Park will be offering discounts to festival attendees, encouraging participants to explore the historic neighborhood.
All are welcome to attend this family-friendly festival!
Beer and Education = Brewery Success! This year’s festival will include a day of educational workshops to help you propel in the craft beer world.
Learn from the best in the industry, gain marketing techniques, DEI action plans, talk face to face with industry suppliers, and so much more!
CURATED BY @PASTELRAE
Free To Enter! What’s Included?
- Painting
- Coloring
- Jewelry Making
- Games
Vendors:
Kompadrez Bike Club
Mini Cakes
Draught Season
City of Trees Mardi Gras Parade
Careful Heart Co.
JAH Herb & Roots
Food Truck:
Cousins Lobster Maine
CURATED BY @HELLAHAPPY
A DAY OF EDUCATION | GUILD THEATRE
ELEVATING YOUR CRAFT
Led by Marcus Baskerville
TAPPING POTENTIAL
Led by Jon Hughes
LUNCH
Sponsored by Rap N Roll
DE&I ACTION PLAN
Led by Jen Price + Ren Navarro
CRAFT MARKETING MASTERY
Led by Brittany Claypool, Kevin Irvin & Branden Peters
Attention home-brewers, enthusiasts, and brewing professionals! Are you eager to take your brewing skills to the next level? Look no further than Brew EDU – the ultimate opportunity to engage face-to-face with industry suppliers, connect with brewmasters from around the nation, and elevate your brewing process to new heights.
What You’ll Learn:
- Engage in interactive sessions led by industry experts covering a wide range of brewing topics, from recipe formulation to fermentation techniques.
- Explore a curated exhibition featuring leading suppliers showcasing the latest equipment, ingredients, and technology to enhance your brewing experience.
-Network with fellow brewers, exchange ideas, and forge valuable connections with brewmasters from diverse backgrounds and regions.
-Participate in hands-on demonstrations and tastings to expand your palate and deepen your understanding of brewing styles and flavors.
Why Attend:
Brew EDU is your passport to unlocking the secrets of exceptional brewing. Gain insider knowledge, access exclusive resources, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for craft beer. Whether you're looking to refine your skills, discover new ingredients, or simply immerse yourself in the vibrant brewing community, Brew EDU has something for everyone.
The UC Davis Tapping Potential Program is a diversity-focused initiative designed to provide scholarships for aspiring brewers, especially those from underrepresented communities.
What You’ll Learn:
This program offers full scholarships to the prestigious UC Davis Master Brewers Certificate Program and other brewing courses. The scholarships target individuals committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the brewing industry.
The program, supported by a crowdfunding campaign and aims to tackle the gender and racial disparity in the brewing industry.
Why Attend:
The Tapping Potential scholarship covers the entire program, including a practical bootcamp at the UC Davis Anheuser-Busch InBev Pilot Brewery. Past recipients have included people from diverse backgrounds, such as Chijindu Onwuchekwa from Nigeria, who plans to open the first female-led brewery in her country. You could be next! This initiative is part of UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education's broader effort to increase diversity and leadership in the brewing industry.
Diversifying the craft beer industry takes action! This workshop is your opportunity to learn practical steps to bring diversity and inclusion to your tap room floor.
What You'll Learn:
- An orientation to DEI concepts
- Strategic DEI interventions
- How to improve organizational outcomes through inclusivity
Why Attend:
In response to evolving workplace needs in an ever-changing environment, leave with the first draft of a DEI Action Plan for your workplace.
Are you passionate about craft beer but struggling to stand out in a crowded market? Look no further!
What You’ll Learn:
In this dynamic session, participants will dive deep into the art and science of beer branding and marketing. From crafting captivating label art that tells your brand story to developing engaging social media campaigns that resonate with your audience, we'll cover it all. Led by industry experts with years of experience, you'll gain valuable insights into building a cohesive brand identity, refining your brand messaging, and creating compelling content that sparks conversations and drives engagement.
Why Attend:
Our comprehensive workshop is tailored to equip you with the essential tools and strategies to elevate your branding and marketing game to new heights., regardless of your industry.
This immersive dining experience invites you to savor five delectable courses expertly crafted by Fixins Soul Kitchen's culinary team, each perfectly complemented by a selection of exceptional brews from Black-owned breweries.
What to You’ll Learn:
- Delight in a five-course culinary journey showcasing the rich and diverse flavors of Southern cuisine with a modern twist, prepared with passion and precision by Fixins Soul Kitchen.
- Explore the nuanced interplay of flavors as each course is thoughtfully paired with a handpicked selection of beers from pioneering Black breweries across the country.
- Engage with expert brewers and chefs who will guide you through the pairing process, sharing insights into the flavor profiles, brewing techniques, and culinary inspirations behind each dish and beer.
Why Attend:
Fixins & Beer offers more than just a memorable dining experience—it's an opportunity to support and celebrate Black-owned businesses while expanding your culinary horizons and deepening your appreciation for the art of pairing food and beer.
Sponsors:
St. Hope
UC Davis
Oak Park Business Association
City of Sacramento
Infinite Philanthropy
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