Theme Days & Events

Each day of Beer Week 2026 will feature a unique theme centered around different beer varietals or flavors. Additionally, beer-related events hosted at various participating breweries and taprooms throughout Beer Week provide a dynamic way to experience the Traverse City beer scene.

Theme Days

Friday, November 6th – Pilsner Party

 Kick off Beer Week with crisp, refreshing pilsners—perfect for starting the festivities.

Saturday, November 7th – Lager Love

Enjoy the crisp, clean simplicity of lagers, from light pilsners to dark bocks.

Sunday, November 8th – Blonde Moments

Enjoy smooth, easy-drinking blonde ales that are light, crisp, and perfect for a relaxed Sunday.

Monday, November 9th – Brown Sugar

Dive into rich, malty brown ales that are full of caramel, toffee, and nutty sweetness.

Tuesday, November 10th – The Red Zone

Raise a glass to the bold, malty complexity of red ales with their deep amber hues and balanced flavors.

Wednesday, November 11th – Twist of Flavor

Explore a variety of fruity and specialty beers, offering adventurous flavors and unique ingredients.

Thursday, November 12th – Hop Harvest

 Celebrate all things hoppy with a day dedicated to bold, flavorful IPAs and hop-forward beers.

Friday, November 13th – Porterhouse Party

Experience dark, roasty porters with their rich flavors of chocolate, coffee, and malt.

Saturday, November 14th – Stout Showdown

Wrap up Beer Week with bold, rich stouts, packed with flavors like chocolate, coffee, and roasted malt.
 

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