Schedule

The 2017 Capital Ale House National Beer Expo, a charitable fundraiser for CancerLINC, has been postponed.  We are working hard to move the event into the spectacular Main Street Station Shed (MSS), where we expect to have the flexibility to present a world-class craft beer, spirits and food event.  Discussions are ongoing with the Richmond Metropolitan Transit Authority (RMTA), which has authority over MSS, with regard to the use of the venue for our event.  We are optimistic that we will finalize arrangements with RMTA.  We are very excited about the long run opportunity to use MSS and would like to ask for your patience.   Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.   We will announce the new dates for the National Beer Expo soon.

Thank you.

Alex Papajohn
Executive Director, Capital Ale House National Beer Expo

• Perfect for craft beer enthusiasts, spirits fans and foodies, the Expo has been dramatically enhanced.
• Expect expertly curated content, including 70+ incredible, handpicked, rare, new and seasonal beers, many debuting for the first time, a gorgeous new venue, a focus on extreme quality and live entertainment. From barrel-aged, high gravity, wild, and hop-forward, to sours, collaborations and odd-ball ingredients, your palate will be inspired at this epic tasting experience.
• The NBE champions SMALL and INDEPENDENT craft breweries, which have been responsible for making the U.S. the world's greatest destination for high-quality, innovative and full-flavored craft beer.
• At the Walk-Around Grand Tastings on Saturday, November 4, in addition to creative American craft beers, you’ll also enjoy beers from the 2017 International Guest Region, Belgium. Further, you’ll enjoy premium Virginia craft spirits, since the Expo has forged a partnership with the Virginia Distillery Association. Thus, you’ll be able to taste and buy whiskey, vodka, rum and other spirits as well as taste all of the craft beers.
• The food factor has been amped up; you’ll enjoy truly artisan cuisine from some of RVA’s best chefs during the Grand Tastings. And at Taco Throwdown presented by Style Weekly on Friday night in the Main Street Station Shed, get set for 12+ artisan tacos, a carefully curated selection of craft beers and Virginia whiskey, tequila and cider. Further, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a first class craft beer dinner at the Quirk Hotel’s Maple & Pine.
• The Expo is family friendly - under 21 welcome with a parent or guardian. Also, a kids’ area will be available, presented and staffed by Capital Ale House.

WALK-AROUND GRAND TASTINGS WILL BE HELD IN THE SPECTACULAR MAIN STREET STATION SHED

The pic you see above of the inside of the “Shed” gives you a sense of the beauty, class and glamour you’ll enjoy while tasting some of Virginia’s, America’s and Belgium’s finest beers, and sampling and buying Virginia spirits and artisan cuisine.

TWO SESSIONS, NOT ONE

With a focus on extreme quality, we will hold two Walk-Around Grand Tasting sessions on Saturday, November 4, with a limited allocation of tickets to ensure you enjoy a great experience. For those who want to attend both sessions, please see the combo deals below.

TACO THROWDOWN PRESENTED BY STYLE WEEKLY IS BACK & FOCUSED ON EXTREME QUALITY

This sumptuous event, held at the end of Style Weekly’s Nacho Taco Week, has been a sell-out since its inception and features tacos made by chefs representing diverse ethnic and regional cuisines. Enhanced for 2017, you’ll enjoy 12+ tacos (including the legendary chocolate “dessert” taco), 20+ well-curated selection of craft beers and ciders, select Virginia whiskeys and tequila, and live music. An award for the best taco as judged by a panel chosen by Style Weekly will be awarded. This event will also be held in the Main Street Station Shed! Please join us.

COMBO (PACKAGE) DEALS FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY CRAFT BEVERAGE EXPERIENCE

Package deals, which offer big discounts, are available at the bottom of the ticket page (not Schedule page) for those looking for a special weekend culinary experience.

1. Tacos & AFTERNOON Grand Tasting - Friday Taco Throwdown + Saturday AFTERNOON VIP/Early Admission Walk-Around Grand Tasting.

2. Tacos & EVENING Grand Tasting - Friday Taco Throwdown + Saturday EVENING VIP/Early Admission Walk-Around Grand Tasting.

3. Two Sessions Grand Tasting - Saturday AFTERNOON VIP/Early Admission Walk-Around Grand Tasting + Saturday EVENING VIP/Early Admission Walk-Around Grand Tasting

4. Saturday Lunch & Grand Tasting - Saturday Craft Beer Lunch at The Savory Grain + Saturday AFTERNOON General Admission Walk-Around Grand Tasting