FAQ

Is there an age limit to get into the show?
No one under the age of 21 will be allowed entrance into the event, this includes designated drivers who must be at least 21 years of age. All attendees must show valid photo ID. No exceptions. For the safety of everyone at the expo, no infants, children, strollers, or pets will be allowed. No exceptions will be made! Please plan accordingly.

Is The Event Indoor or Outdoor?
The event will be held indoors at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. An outdoor fenced in area has been designated for smokers. There is no smoking permitted in the coliseum.

What does admission include?
You will pay one fee to get in. You will receive a souvenir six oz. tasting glass with a two ounce pour line. You are welcome to sample any beer that the brewers have.

Will Food be Available?
Nassau Coliseum will have food for purchase. Food does not come with the price of admission.

What is the admission charge for Designated Drivers?
Designated Drivers will be charged $10 dollars per ticket.

How does the Designated Driver ticket work?
The designated driver ticket works the following way. The designated driver pays $10 to get in. The designated driver does NOT receive a wristband and they do not receive a tasting glass. They are able to enjoy all the activities of the expo except they are not allowed to drink any beer. Any designated driver who is seen drinking will be escorted out immediately.

If I buy one ticket am I allowed to go to both sessions?
A ticket can only be used for the session you selected when you purchased your ticket.

Is there public transporation directly to Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum?
NO. There is no train stop for the Nassau Coliseum; you will need to take a bus or a taxi to the venue from any station. Nassau Coliseum in located near 2 LIRR train stations: Westbury and Hempstead.

Westbury Station: Taxis are located at the train station. There is no direct bus service available to Nassau Coliseum from the Westbury train station.

Hempstead Station: Walk one (1) block to the Hempstead Bus Terminal. Take either the N70, N71, or N72, which will drop you off on Hempstead Turnpike opposite the Nassau Coliseum.

Taxis: Taxi reservations can be made in advance or called event day.
All Island Taxi:
Garden City: 516-742-2222
Merrick: 516-379-9999
Hempstead: 516-483-3333
Latino: 516-489-2222

Stuart Taxi: 516-334-2900

Is there a coat check?
No, there is no coat check.

What if I have problems buying/printing my tickets online?
Please call 1-877-772-5425 for help.

Are children or pets permitted to attend?
For your own safety, NO children, toddlers, infants, strollers or pets are permitted and admission tickets for the caregiver will not be honored.

Is smoking permitted at the festival?
Smoking will not be permitted in the coliseum. A designated smoking area set will be created.

Festival Rules

  • Must have Driver’s License or Other Government Issued form of I.D. that verifies legal drinking age of 21.
  • Beware of “driving while intoxicated laws” and plan accordingly.
  • Promotional photos and video will be taken at the event and you grant permission for your likeness to be used.
  • Pace yourself, this is a sampling event.
  • Drink Responsibly, Know Your Limits!
  • We reserve the right in our discretion, to remove any individuals for including but not limited to intoxication, fighting and rudeness. You will be escorted out of the event and not allowed back in!
  • Must be properly attired.
  • We reserve the right to check all bags.
  • No pets allowed.
  • No outside glassware allowed.
  • You get one souvenir glass for this event. Replacement glasses are $5.00 each