Fresh Hop Ale Festival

Fresh Hop Ale Festival The Yakima Valley's Annual Celebration of Hops and Fresh Hop Beer! Not only that, there's live music, food, wines, and more~

Besides the bounty of its hop harvest, Yakima claims one of the craft brewing industry’s roots: the original home of America’s first post-prohibition brewpub. As ales, stouts and hefeweizens continue to gain popularity, Yakima is the place to experience some of the finest examples! For a brew to be considered a “fresh hop ale” for the festival competition, it must be produced with hops that were p

icked no more than 24 hours prior to brewing (talk about overnight shipping!). Fresh Hop Ale is produced throughout the month of September, timing dependent on the growth of each year’s hop harvest. Brewers then bring their freshly brewed kegs of beer to the fest, where a panel of judges selects first, second and third place Fresh Hop Ales.

Thank you, Sip Magazine for your generous support! Fresh Hop Season is fleeting....get your tickets and celebrate with u...
08/22/2026

Thank you, Sip Magazine for your generous support! Fresh Hop Season is fleeting....get your tickets and celebrate with us! 🍻

Why should you attend the Fresh Hop Ale Festival on Saturday, October 10th?? Let us tell you! 1. Great beers that you ca...
08/11/2026

Why should you attend the Fresh Hop Ale Festival on Saturday, October 10th?? Let us tell you!

1. Great beers that you can only taste once a year 🍺
2. Hanging with friends in a park-like setting 🍂
3. Listening to awesome live music 🎸
4. Eating awesome food 🍔
5. Cider, Wine, and NA Beers 🥂
6. Fresh hop beers....🍻
7. Your ticket cost gives back to the community!😇

Get your tickets now! 🫶
https://freshhopalefestival.com/

Thank you, Yakima Chief Hops, for your title sponsorship!

State Fair Park

The Fresh Hop Ale Festival is a non-profit organization whose goal is to present one of the country's top 10 beer festivals, celebrate the Yakima Valley's

07/08/2026
Want to donate your time in exchange for a free festival experience? Great! 🤗 You can sign up now to volunteer across 3 ...
07/07/2026

Want to donate your time in exchange for a free festival experience? Great! 🤗

You can sign up now to volunteer across 3 days, at a time that works best for you! Spots fill fast, so don't wait. And, THANK YOU in advance. 💚

10/8, 10/9, 10/10 2026
https://signup.com/go/TnGZExs

📸: Deccio Creative

What pairs well with Fresh Hop Beers? Live music! 👏We have one killer lineup for this year's festival. Young, vibrant ta...
07/01/2026

What pairs well with Fresh Hop Beers? Live music! 👏

We have one killer lineup for this year's festival. Young, vibrant talent will be laying down the soundtrack for the evening. Country, Spanish, Folk, Rock, Pop....We will have it all. DO NOT miss your chance to see these talented musicians and taste the best fresh hop beers in the nation! Get your tickets now, and don't forget your merch money.😉

The Nevi Band (Los Angeles)
Peech (Park City)
Crone (Yakima)

Band Details:
https://freshhopalefestival.com/2026-festival/

Camping is back! 10/10/26 ⛺️ You can bring your RV or tent and have an easy time getting in and out at the festival. Wal...
06/26/2026

Camping is back! 10/10/26 ⛺️

You can bring your RV or tent and have an easy time getting in and out at the festival. Walk through your own entrance and enter hassle-free, and then head back at the end of the night with no worries! Full or partial hookups and grass spots are available.

Book your spot early to take advantage of all the amenities at State Fair Park and the Yakima Valley! 😊

https://www.statefairpark.org/p/central-wa-state-fair/rv-camping

Golf and fresh hop beers...what else do you need?If you or your business want to have a great time and raise money for o...
06/07/2026

Golf and fresh hop beers...what else do you need?

If you or your business want to have a great time and raise money for our community, get your team registered now. Space is limited! 🍻

charitygolftoday.com/freshhopgolf26

Thursday, October 8th @ 11 a.m.
Apple Tree Resort

The Fresh Hop Ale Festival continues to be a fundraiser to support local arts and science organizations through grants. ...
05/27/2026

The Fresh Hop Ale Festival continues to be a fundraiser to support local arts and science organizations through grants. You raise your glasses to raise funds for non-profit organizations, school programs and more! 🍻

Every year, we give back to the community and time is running out to apply. Make sure to submit your application before midnight on Saturday, May 30th. 🤗

https://freshhopalefestival.com/grants/

The Fresh Hop Festival has something for everyone. Not a beer fan, that's ok! Try wine, cider, or non-alcoholic beverage...
05/20/2026

The Fresh Hop Festival has something for everyone. Not a beer fan, that's ok! Try wine, cider, or non-alcoholic beverages from some of our awesome local producers while enjoying live music in the grass.

We can't wait to celebrate with everyone on Saturday, October 10th at State Fair Park. Get your tickets now. Cheers! 🥂

https://freshhopalefestival.com/

05/16/2026

Get your tickets now! Don't miss out, make your plans, and secure your spot at the best beer festival in PNW!

Saturday, October 10th, 2026 🍺

www.freshhopalefestival.com

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1301 S Fair Ave
Yakima, WA
98901

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