Paso Robles
Invitational
Beer Fest
The 9th annual Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival is finally happening! After two years off, the event will return to our home- town of Paso Robles and will feature over 55 breweries from around the US and Country.
The Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest was born from a dream of creating a world class festival featuring not only the best brewers in the world, but brewers whom we feel are leaders in the craft beer revolution. These are folks of like mind and spirit, some new friends some of many years, who share our same passion for making craft beer and sharing it with the world. This is a day where we can all put down our sales and marketing pitches and simply commune and share our beers and stories with people who are truly interested in craft beer. The ground rules are simple. Bring a session beer and a special beer accompanied by the artisan who created it. Brewers, their beers, good music and folks who care.
The Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival is a benefit for the Paso Robles Pioneer Day, (a 501c3 organization) a com- munity tradition since 1931.
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Schedule
- Early Admission: 11AM
- General Admission: 12PM
- Behind the Beer Panel One: 1:15PM - 2PM
- Behind the Beer Panel Two: 2:30PM - 3:15PM
- Beer Stops Flowing (except in Frontier Stage): 4PM
- Event Ends: 5PM
Music Stage
- Live Music: The Stone Foxes 1:30PM - 3PM
- People’s Choice Awards: 3:30PM
- Live Music: The Lil’ Smokies: 3:30PM-5PM
Breweries
Lodging
Hotels
Ask for the Firestone Beer Fest Discount Rate
The Paso Robles Inn
Adelaide Inn
Best Western Black Oak
Courtyard by Marriott
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
Springhill Suites
RV & Camping
Restaurants
Shuttle Schedule
Info coming soon.
Tickets
Tickets to this event are currently sold out. If you purchased tickets in 2020, they will still be honored for the 2022 event. You will receive an update from Eventbrite directly, with a link to your updated tickets.
If you have any ticket questions.
Sponsors
Presenting
Full Barrel
Firkin
6-pack
What is included with the ticket?
Your ticket will get you admission to the festival, a complimentary snifter glass with the event logo, beer and food samples (while supplies last), access to musical entertainment, and a chance to talk to your favorite brewer – if you can catch them.
How do I get tickets?
Tickets are sold out for this year’s festival. The 2022 festival is the rescheduling of the sold-out 2020 festival, and all original tickets will be honored.
Are my tickets from the postponed 2020 festival still valid?
Yes. Ticketholders will receive an email from Eventbrite in February that will provide a link to your active tickets that you can print or save. Remember that all communications will be sent to the email address you used when you purchased the tickets.
Can I sell my 2020 tickets?
We’re sorry you can’t join us, but the tickets are yours to do what you’d like with! Feel free to reach out to us at fwibf2022@gmail.com, and we’ll change the name and email address associated with the tickets so that any event communications go to the new ticketholders.
Will there be food available at the event?
Some of the top restaurants on California’s Central Coast will offer free tasting portions during the event. If you have dietary restrictions, you are welcome to bring your own food inside the event, but please note that no outside beverages are permitted except empty or sealed water bottles.
Are there designated driver tickets?
We aren’t able to offer specially priced tickets for designated drivers. The ticket price includes not only beer tasting but also food and access to concerts throughout the day. And remember – all net proceeds benefit the Pioneer Day, a local non-profit organization.
Can I buy merchandise at the event?
Yes, we’ll have official 2022 FWIBF merchandise available for sale inside the Pavilion.
Is parking included?
The parking fee is not included with your ticket. Parking is located in the main parking lot on Riverside Avenue, across from the Paso Robles Event Center. Additionally, a complimentary shuttle to and from the event will be available on a first come, first serve basis at select locations. Please read the Transportation page for more info.