Lineup & Tickets Announced for 2026 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival

Even though I won’t be able to make the trip myself, this is one beer event that absolutely deserves a spotlight on your calendar. Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival returns on Saturday, May 30, 2026, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most impressive editions yet as Firestone Walker Brewing Company celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Widely regarded as one of the premier beer festivals in the world, the Invitational will bring together 65 world-class breweries from across the U.S. and around the globe, pouring some of their rarest and most exciting beers. Add in live music, offerings from more than 20 local chefs and restaurants, and a full weekend of beer-focused events, and you can see why this fest continues to stand out year after year.

The celebration extends well beyond Saturday, starting with the Firestone Walker 30th Anniversary Brewery Block Party on Friday, May 29, followed by the main festival on Saturday, and wrapping up with a Brews & Brekky Brunch on Sunday, May 31. There’s also an official collaboration beer, pFreal, a West Coast IPA brewed with pFriem Family Brewers, set for release in May and available throughout the fest weekend.

Beyond the beer, what I really respect about this event is its continued commitment to community. Proceeds benefit Paso Robles Pioneer Day and several other local nonprofits, making it a celebration that gives back as much as it pours.

Tickets go on sale February 4 at 10 a.m. PST, and based on past years, I wouldn’t wait if you’re thinking about attending. If you’re anywhere near California—or looking for an excuse to travel for great beer—this is one festival worth checking out. Get your beer on.