​​Do you have to be 21 to enter the Festival?

YES.

To enter The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival as a patron, you must be 21 years of age with a valid, state-issued form of identification. This guideline cannot be bent in any way, shape, or form.

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No babies or kids are allowed (even if they are in strollers). These humans all fall under the "Under 21" category.

 

Repeat- YES. ALL ATTENDEES, EVEN DESIGNATED DRIVERS, MUST BE 21 YRS OLD AND OVER TO ENTER.

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Is the beer included with my ticket?

Yes! When you purchase a ticket to The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival, this grants you access to responsibly enjoy our selection of nearly 400 beers made by over 100+ breweries from across the globe. Enjoy!

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Where do I park?

Parking for The Atlantic City Convention Center for the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival is on the first level of the Center (Garage height 7') and is $20. 

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NJ TRANSIT is New Jersey's public transportation corporation. The Atlantic City Rail Terminal is adjacent to the Atlantic City Convention Center, just a few blocks from the boardwalk. Travel between Philadelphia and Atlantic City is easy and convenient.

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There is NO additional transportation supported by the festival.  We suggest attendees utilize Uber, and Lyft as well as local taxi services from any one of the casino or hotel properties.  

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How available are UBERS & LYFTS?

Great question.  It's all based on supply and demand.  Some years its been easy others not so much.  We suggest making sure all of your ride shares are booked in advance.  

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What if I am a designated driver?

You're a good friend. No, seriously, thank you for doing that. Designated Driver tickets are available for $30 at the door. You, as a D.D., must be accompanied by a G.A. ticket holder.  The D.D. ticket is not a discounted ticket because an attendee doesn't drink. You're permitted to enjoy the music, the food, the amusements, and the vendors, just not the beer. You'll also get a complimentary high-five from us for being so awesome.  Any D.D. that is caught drinking will be removed from the Festival with no warnings.

REPEAT: ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE 21YRS OLD AND OVER TO ENTER THE EVENT!

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Are VIP Tickets available?

Yes, we do have an AWESOME VIP option (that sells out every year) and includes the following:

• Early entry into your session of A.C. Beer Fest (30 Minutes)

• A welcome toast with festival organizer Jon Henderson

• Access to VIP Chill Tent

  • Snacks

  • Bottles Water

  • Masseuse​

  • Collab Beer Tasting

  • VIP only restrooms

• Swag Bag

  • A great bag to carry all of that stuff in and to use on your future beer adventures (where permitted)

  • Exclusive VIP-ONLY A.C. Beer Fest t-shirt (you'll be emailed for your size before the event)

  • A custom VIP pint glass from us at A.C. Beer Fest

  • Various gifts and goodies from our event partners.

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​Is re-entry into the Festival permitted?

That's a negative there, friend. Due to state and local alcohol control board guidelines for the safety and security of our patrons, staff, and bands, once a patron exits the festival floor, they will not be granted re-entry to the event. Unfortunately, this guideline is adhered to strictly and is not able to be negotiated.

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What type of bags can we bring to the Festival?

NO backpacks, purses or bags are allowed to be brought into the venue, EXCEPT for the following:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12.”
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, i.e. Ziploc bag or something similar;  
- Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand (and that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5”), with or without a handle or strap; and
- Clear plastic Hydration packs (empty upon entry), i.e. clear plastic CamelBak bag or something similar.
- For the avoidance of doubt, iridescent, color-tinted, and opalescent bags are NOT allowed; they must be clear.

Is the event rain or shine?

YES... also we are inside a building

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Are we allowed to bring water bottles into the Festival?

You are allowed to bring one sealed water bottle per person into the Festival or empty reusable water bottles to be filled with water from a festival vendor. We will not have free water fill stations on site. However, there will be non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

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Are animals allowed?

NO.

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What are the festival's COVID policies?

The 2025 Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival will not ask for your vaccination status unless it is mandated by the State of NJ.  Face coverings are optional.

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