As Colorado’s winter kicks into gear, so do the major beer events and festivals designed to keep you warm and cozy. The arrival of February inherently triggers an onslaught of high-profile beer festivals and major events coinciding with the return of Stout Month. For a full list of Stout Month festivities be sure to check out our full roundup which we posted yesterday.

Additionally, we’ve begun rounding up major beer festivals, brewery anniversaries, grand openings, and events to look forward to in Centennial State with a greater showcase of some of our staff picks in the month of February. Be sure to check back often as we’ll be updating our list throughout the year.

Ratio Beerworks’ Genius Wizard Release Party

Friday, February 2nd | Mercury Cafe (Denver, CO) – 2199 California St, Denver, CO 80205

Going beyond just a normal beer release, Ratio Beerworks has truly evolved the yearly debut of Genius Wizard, their Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout, and transformed it into a one-of-a-kind beer experience. Each year the Denver-based brewery turns this release into a fully immersive experience and this year they’ve partnered with long-time art partner Shadows Gather as well as Laws Whiskey House to take the show on the road to the Mercury Cafe a much larger venue. Once again attendees will be treated to 4oz tastes of each Genius Wizard variant for the year as well as food from Uptown and Humboldt. This year attendees will also be treated to 1.5oz tastings of four Laws Whiskey House Bourbon and Rye Variants.

Tickets:

• $25: General admission which includes full tasting and commemorative glassware: Available Here
• $50 which includes a Genius Wizard four-pack to-go: Available Here

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Day of Darks Beer Festival

Saturday, February 3rd | Wynkoop Brewing Company (Denver, CO)

 

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Craving a delicious dark and malty beer this winter? Look no further than Wynkoop Brewing Company, joined by 15+ other local breweries. Tickets grant you unlimited tastings, appetizers, and desserts – as well as a commemorative Day of Dark glass. Plus, knowing that the proceeds support the Movemeber Foundation dedicated to men’s health, you’ll feel good about endlessly sipping.

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Artisan Beer Pairing Dinner

Saturday, February 10th | Burns Family Artisan Ales (Denver, CO)

 

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Indulge in a culinary adventure complemented by expertly crafted ales as Thistle & Mint and Burns Family Artisan Ales team up to bring you an unforgettable beer pairing dinner. Throughout the 5-course meal, you’ll hear the stories and insights behind each delicious ale pairings, straight from the brewery owners themselves. This is a unique beer dinner you won’t want to miss, and the perfect pre-Valentine’s Day celebration to share with that special someone in your life.

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New Belgium’s Lost in the Woods

Saturday, February 10th | New Belgium Brewing – 500 Linden St., Fort Collins, CO

Colorado’s originator of the fully immersive beer release experience, New Belgium’s Lost in the Woods remains one of the state’s most unique and jaw-dropping beer release events. Each year New Belgium transforms its foeder forest into a fully immersive experience inviting guests to dress the part of that year’s theme. In 2024, Lost in the Woods goes the way of a Storybook Slumber Party with 5 hidden bars and late-night themed snacks like popcorn, pizza rolls, and PB&J to commemorate the release of La Folie.

Where: New Belgium Brewing – Fort Collins: 500 Linden St, Fort Collins, CO

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Joy on Tap

Thursday, Feburary 22nd – 7-10pm | Children’s Museum on Marsico Campus (Denver, CO)

One of the better emerging beer festivals in recent years, Joy on Tap held at Denver’s Children’s Museum showcases a healthy mix of local breweries paired with a wealth of catered small bites.

Joy on Tap puts a playful spin on the classic beer fest. Guests can spend the evening blowing bubbles, launching rockets, painting on a VW bug and so much more. Plus, proceeds support the Museum’s educational programming and initiatives.

Grab your tickets for only $55

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Winter Craft Beer Festival 2024

Saturday, February 24th | Balch Fieldhouse @ Folsom Field  (Boulder, CO)

 

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Pairing up with the Colorado Brewer’s Guild, the tagline of “disrupt, drink, & discover” has us salivating already. Designed to showcase the independent craft brewing community in Colorado, you can expect to discover more than a few delicious brews – and maybe even a few you’ve never tried before. Round up your favorite beer-loving friends and make your way to Boulder for this beloved Colorado winter tradition.

Date	Event Name	Location	Ticket Information
Friday, Feb 2nd	Zymos Brewing Grand Opening	Zymos Brewing (Denver, CO) - 5180 S Lowell Blvd, Littleton, CO	https://www.facebook.com/events/364947126239018
Friday, Feb 2nd	Ratio Beerworks' Genius Wizard Release PArty	Mercury Cafe (Denver, CO)	https://www.facebook.com/events/872781451305600/
Saturday, Feb 3rd	Wiley Roots' Celebration of Dark Beers	Wiley Roots Brewing (Greeley, CO)	https://www.facebook.com/events/2103046933381865
Saturday, Feb 3rd	Day of Darks Beer Festival	Wynkoop Brewing Company (Denver, CO)	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wynkoops-day-of-darks-2024-tickets-772596335437
Saturday, Feb 3rd	Beer & Cheesecake Pairing	Woods Boss Brewing (Denver, CO)	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chocolate-cherry-stout-cheesecake-pairing-tickets-804082651857?aff=oddtdtcreator
Saturday, Feb 3rd	Cerebral Brewing: Vantabrews	Congress Park (Denver, CO)	no ticket required
Saturday, Feb 4th	Verboten Brewing's Stout Fest	Chilson Recreation Center (Loveland, CO)	https://verbotenbrewing.square.site/product/stout-fest-2024/2684?fbclid=IwAR0A-oHtR327aZHQ6QbbnlQzXCdHO7HtggdfqYgSh9lvv8I_Mgq6M4hgvKQ
Sunday, Feb 4th	Melvin 2x4 Day at Romero's K9 Club & Tap House	Romero's K9 Club & Tap House (Lafayette, CO)	https://www.facebook.com/events/1981561255562562/
Friday, Feb 9th & Saturday Feb 10th	Goldspot Brewing Company 9th Anniversary Party	Goldspot Brewing Company (Denver, CO)	no ticket required
Saturday, Feb 10th	Lost in the Woods 2024: Storybook Slumber Party	New Belgium Brewing (Fort Collins)	https://events.humanitix.com/lost-in-the-woods-2024-storybook-slumber-party
Saturday, Feb 10th	Crick Wooder Valentine's Ball	Oskar Blues (Lyons, CO)	no ticket required
Saturday Feb. 24th & Sunday, Feb 25th	300 Suns Brewing's 10th Anniversary	300 Suns Brewing (Longmont, CO)	no ticket required
Saturday, Feb 10th	Artisan Beer Pairing Dinner	Burns Family Artistan Ales (Denver, CO)	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artisan-beer-pairing-dinner-february-tickets-774138738807?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Saturday, Feb 10th	Valentine's Beer and Ice Cream Flyte	FlyteCo Brewing (Denver, CO)	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/valentines-beer-and-ice-cream-flyte-tickets-808306726177
Monday, Feb 12th	Valentine's Beer and Cheese Pairing	Bruz Beers (Denver, CO)	Valentine's Beer and Cheese Pairing at Bruz Brewery (Midtown) Tickets, Mon, Feb 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
Monday, Feb 12th	Valentine's Beer & Chocolate Truffle Pairing	New Terrain Brewing Company (Golden, CO)	7th Annual Valentine's Day Beer + Chocolate Truffle Pairing! (brownpapertickets.com)
Friday, February 15th	Lost Abbey Tap Takeover	Hops & Pie (Denver, CO)	https://www.facebook.com/events/375974891745472/
Thursday, Feb 22nd	Joy on Tap Beer Festival	Children's Museum at Marsico Campus	https://www.facebook.com/events/1986242241761734
Thursday, Feb 22nd	A Very Deep History of Beer with Dr. David Piacenti	Avery Brewing Company (Boulder, CO)	A Very Deep History of Beer with Dr. David Piacenti | Humanitix
Saturday, Feb 24th	Bruz Off Fax's 4th Anniversary Party	Bruz Off Fox (Denver, CO)	no ticket required
Saturday, Feb. 24th	Work from Home	Cerebral Brewing (Denver, CO)	https://www.facebook.com/events/254384801028257
Saturday, Feb 24th	Winter Craft Beer Festival 2024	Balch Fieldhouse @ Folsom Field (Boulder, CO)	https://wcbf.yapsody.com/event/book/793875/31589765
Saturday, Feb 24th	Mile High Beer Festival	Stockyards Event Center (Denver, CO)	2024 Mile High Beer Festival Tickets, Sat, Feb 24, 2024 at 12:30 PM | Eventbrite
Saturday Feb. 24th & Sunday, Feb 25th	Beer, Bacon & Coffee Fest	Denver Beer Company (All Taprooms)	Denver Beer Co.'s Beer, Bacon, and Coffee Fest | Denver Beer Co
Saturday, March 20th	Collaboration Fest	The Westin Westminster (Westminster, CO)	https://collaborationbeerfest.ticketsauce.com/e/collaboration-beer-fest-24/tickets?utm_source=affiliate&utm_name=Facebook&utm_id=658c668299b44dae918809b40ad1e030&fbclid=IwAR2MVaMh818arABu188Q3-54rQbUsRFbPW-ZW7auq3Gso49ZRH1G5bRXe5E
Saturday, April 20th	Oskar Blues' Dank Grass Fest - Bluegrass & IPA Festival	Oskar Blues Brewery (Longmont)	https://www.facebook.com/events/862507002336394
Friday, June 14 - Saturday, June 15th	Vail Craft Beer Classic	Vail Village (Vail, CO)	https://vailcraftbeerclassic.com/
Thursday, October 10 - Saturday, October 12th	Great American Beer Festival	Colorado Convention Center (Denver, CO)	https://greatamericanbeerfestival.com/

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