For those who haven’t been to GPBF, traditionally there is a giant, several-hundred-pound pumpkin that is scooped, scorched, filled with pumpkin beer, sealed, conditioned, and then tapped at the fest for all to enjoy. Plus 80+ pumpkin and seasonal beers (and usually a couple of surprises) from near and far, including twenty or so from Elysian Brewing’s pumpkin-crazed brewers. Beyond the beers, you can expect a costume contest, music, local food trucks, a pumpkin carving station, a pie eating contest, and so much more. Tickets sell out every year, so buy yours before they disappear! 100% of the proceeds will benefit THE VERA PROJECT, dedicated to fostering youth-driven engagement in music and art. More info: Great Pumpkin – The Vera Project
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