Washington Crossing Brewfest 2024

Overview

Attend the first, and best, beer festival of the season in Bucks County, PA! Taking place at Washington Crossing Historic Park for its 13th year, Brewfest is on Saturday, May 4 from 12:30 to 4:30 PM. 

This year, we have expanded upon our wide selection of IPA’s, allowing you to sample a variety of beer and brewed malt beverages - including hard ciders, kombuchas, seltzers, spiked teas, and others throughout the day. Your ticket includes a souvenir sampling cup and two-ounce pours from a variety of craft and commercial breweries. 

Hear live music from First Highland Watch, a rock and roll bagpipe band, as well as the park’s Fife and Drum Corps. Eat mouthwatering food from vendors in a beautiful wooded setting overlooking the Delaware River. 

This is a volunteer run event and all proceeds help the Friends of Washington Crossing Park educate the public, promote history, and preserve the park for future generations.

Tickets

• Early Bird tickets are $45 and go on sale Wednesday, February 7. This special price is available for one week only!
• General Admission tickets are $55 from Thursday, February 3 until tickets are sold out.
• Designated Driver tickets are $17.76 and go on sale with Early Bird tickets on Wednesday, February. A very limited number of DD tickets will be sold.

What's the difference between ticket types?

There’s only one difference between the Early Bird and General Admission tickets: the price. No matter when you buy your tickets, you’ll get to taste more than 100 different beverages from dozens of local, regional, and nationally-known beers, including hard ciders, kombuchas, seltzers, spiked teas, and others, at no extra charge.

Who benefits from the proceeds?

This is a volunteer run event and all proceeds help the Friends of Washington Crossing Park educate the public, promote history, and preserve the park for future generations.

How do I get a refund?

All Washington Crossing Spring Brewfest tickets are non-refundable. This means that refunds will not be granted for any reason. Absolutely no exceptions. However, you may pass your ticket on to a third party as long as that person is 21 or older and can provide a valid photo ID. The name on the ticket does not have to match the name on the guest’s photo ID.

I can't find my ticket in my inbox. Can you resend it to me?

You can retrieve your missing tickets by using Ticketbud's Retrieve My Tickets tool by entering the email you used to purchase them. If you’ve done this and you still don’t have your tickets, you may have entered your email address incorrectly. Please contact us at info@washingtoncrossingpark.org to resolve this.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Washington Crossing Brewfest held?

The Brewfest is held in Washington Crossing, located in beautiful Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) preserves the site where General George Washington and his troops crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776 and marched to Trenton, NJ. The address is 1638 River Rd, New Hope, PA 18938.

The Brewfest is located right next to the Delaware River in a shaded, wooded landscape. It is in the upper part of the park, behind the historic Thompson Neely House and Farmstead. This is across River Road from Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, which is located 2.5 miles from the center of New Hope, Pennsylvania, and 4.5 miles from the four-way stop sign in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania.

What happens if it rains?

This is a rain or shine event. Extra tenting will be provided if the forecast calls for rain. Guests are also encouraged to dress for spring weather.

Do I need a photo ID?

Pennsylvania state law stipulates that everyone who enters the Brewfest must present a valid photo ID. We will check all IDs at the gate, even if you appear to be over the age of 21.

Do I need to bring my ticket?

Yes, please bring your tickets with you and have them ready to scan as you enter! Electronic or hard copy is fine.

Can I buy beverages?

This is a sampling event only no additional alcoholic beverages will be sold. Attendees will receive two-ounce pours of many different kinds of beer and malt beverages. Non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased from food vendors.

Can I re-enter the Brewfest area once I've left?

No. Once you have left the grounds, re-entry is not allowed. Bathrooms, water, and food are available on-site. There is no ATM, most vendors take cash, card, or Venmo.

What are my transportation options?

Attendees being picked up or dropped off by friends or a ride-sharing service should do so only at the designated pick-up points on site. Attendees may not walk through private property or along River Road when arriving or leaving the event. Bowman’s Tavern is NOT a drop-off/pick-up location and has a zero tolerance policy about serving anyone visibly intoxicated.

Where can I park?

Parking will be clearly marked near the Brewfest site. Please designate a driver (a very limited number of DD tickets are available). 

Is the event wheelchair accessible?

There is an accessible parking area close to the event entrance and accessible portable bathrooms on site. The area where Brewfest is held is dirt, but overall flat and maintained.

Is smoking permitted?

Vaping and cigarettes are permitted, but cigars and drug use are prohibited. Please be respectful of other attendees when smoking.

Can I bring my infant/baby/toddler/child/teen or dog?

All attendees must be 21 years old or older. Infants, babies, toddlers, children, teens, and pets are not permitted.

How can I get involved as a food vendor or participating brewery?

Breweries and food vendors interested in participating should email Katherine Manning at kmanning@washingtoncrossingpark.org for more information.