2009 Atlantic City Beer Festival

WHAT:          2009 Atlantic City Beer Festival “Celebration of the Suds”

DATE:           Friday, March 20 – Sunday, March 22, 2009

TIMES:          Multiple Sessions

WHERE:       Atlantic City Convention Center

New this year:

·         “Judges Event” held at Harrah’s Resort on Friday March 20th at 7pm. Limited to 200 attendees at $200 per ticket and includes dinner at Harrah’s, t-shirt, signature glass, the honor to judge at the event, and choice of festival session 1, 2, or 3 – with early admittance.

·         VIP Sky Box- an elevated area which features a catered buffet, selection of beers not available on the main floor, a relaxing setting, and a great view of the overall festival. The Sky Box is limited to 100 attendees per session at the price of $100.

Entertainment & Events:

·         Birnam Wood - New Jersey based Celtic band.

·         Olde City Side Show will be entertaining with their carnival hijinks.

·         Carnival-related games and interactive experiences for show goers.

·         “Cooking with beer” demonstrations provided by Chef JD Austin and Sheila Stepkin.

Tickets will be available at the Atlantic City Convention Center for $45 per ticket.

Session #1: Saturday, March 21, 12pm to 4:30pm (last call 4pm)
Session #2: Saturday, March 21, 6pm to 10:30pm (last call 10pm) !!!SOLD OUT!!!
Session #3: Sunday, March 22, 1pm to 5:30pm (last call 5pm)

A “Designated Driver” ticket is also available for $5.

No one under the age of 21 will be admitted to the show. Valid photo identification must be presented.

The 2009 Atlantic City Beer Festival is sponsored by Harrah’s Atlantic City, Sam Adams, The Ace 102.7, Joe Canals Liquors, and the Shark 103.7. Visit www.acbeerfest.com for complete information.

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