North Charleston, September 6, 2025
News Summary
The Charleston Beer Fest is returning to North Charleston on October 25, 2025. Attendees will have the chance to taste over 70 craft beers while supporting Palmetto Community Care, which aids individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Alongside craft beer, the festival will feature food trucks and alternative beverages in a family-friendly atmosphere. General admission and VIP ticket options are available, making it an attractive event for both local residents and visitors.
Charleston, South Carolina – The popular Charleston Beer Fest is set to return on October 25, 2025, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston. Tickets for this highly-anticipated event are now on sale, offering festival-goers the chance to enjoy a diverse range of craft beers while supporting a vital cause.
This year’s festival will provide an opportunity to taste craft beer from over 70 regional breweries and enjoy live music in a family-friendly atmosphere. In addition to craft beer, food trucks will offer a variety of meal options to complement the drinks. The event is organized to raise funds for Palmetto Community Care, which assists individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Proceeds from the festival will go towards enhancing the quality of life for those living with HIV/AIDS and providing essential prevention resources.
General admission tickets are available, as well as VIP ticket experiences that will include unique enhancements, though specific details about these enhancements have not been disclosed. The Charleston Beer Fest has been a staple of the local events calendar for over 10 years, having changed its name from Charleston Beer Garden in 2018 to better reflect its focus and mission. In its effort to grow, the festival relocated from Patriots Point to the more expansive Riverfront Park.
Attendance has seen fluctuations in recent years, notably due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the last two festivals hosting around 5,000 attendees. Richard Reams, the director of development and marketing for Palmetto Community Care, emphasized an increase in participation from breweries along with a notably longer travel distance for festival-goers. Interestingly, 24% of last year’s attendees came from outside the Tri-county area, indicating the festival’s growing popularity beyond local residents.
In a bid to appeal to a broader audience, the festival will also feature alternative beverages such as ciders, hard seltzers, hard kombucha, non-alcoholic beers, and mocktails. Organizers are encouraging breweries to showcase both unique, specialty products and their flagship beers to enhance the variety available to attendees. The Charleston Beer Fest promotes a positive message through its mantra “drink beer, do good,” emphasizing its charitable mission.
With exciting brews, community support, and fun activities, the 2025 Charleston Beer Fest promises to be an exceptional event for beer lovers and community supporters alike.
FAQ Section
When and where will the Charleston Beer Fest take place?
The Charleston Beer Fest will take place on October 25, 2025, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston.
What is the mission of the Charleston Beer Fest?
The festival supports Palmetto Community Care, assisting individuals living with HIV/AIDS by enhancing their quality of life and providing prevention resources.
How many breweries will be participating in the festival?
Over 70 regional breweries will showcase their craft beers at the festival.
Are there different ticket options available?
Yes, general admission and VIP ticket experiences are available, with VIP holders receiving special enhancements.
What other beverages will be available at the festival?
In addition to craft beer, the festival will feature ciders, hard seltzers, hard kombucha, non-alcoholic beers, and mocktails to cater to a wider audience.
How has the attendance at previous festivals been impacted?
Attendance has fluctuated due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with around 5,000 attendees in the past two festivals. However, there has been an increase in attendees from outside the Tri-county area.
What is the significance of the festival’s motto, “drink beer, do good”?
This motto reflects the festival’s commitment to supporting a charitable cause while providing a fun and engaging experience for attendees.
Key Features of Charleston Beer Fest 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | October 25, 2025 |
| Location | Riverfront Park, North Charleston |
| Beneficiary | Palmetto Community Care |
| Number of Breweries | Over 70 regional breweries |
| Ticket Options | General admission and VIP experiences |
| Additional Beverages | Ciders, hard seltzers, hard kombucha, non-alcoholic beers, mocktails |
| Expected Attendance | Approx. 5,000 attendees |
| Motto | Drink beer, do good |
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