Foragerfest is an all day music, art, beer and food festival held annually at Forager Brewery. The beer release will begin at 10am and continue until bottles are sold out. The live music will be on the outdoor stage from 10am to 10pm, local vendors and artisans will be selling items out on the patio and lawn from 11am to 4pm. There is no fee for admission and it is a kid and dog-friendly event! (Dogs allowed outside only)
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FOragerfest 2024
CHeers to 10 years!
Bottle Release
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
The barrel-aged beer release will start at 10am. Each of the following beers will be available for purchase as well as on tap. Limits will be announced at the release.
Fungizzzzz
Barrel-Aged Double Stout 14.7% ABV
750ml Bottle $60+tax
A single Blanton's barrel which then held maple syrup before housing our Moksa collaboration stout for 36 months. The Fun Guys from Moksa along with our pal Aaron Brzezina came up with the idea of adding mushrooms to a stout. Candy Cap Mushrooms are the perfect addition to compliment and accentuate the maple barrel. We then added some delicious vanilla beans from our friend Ted Jones. Mushrooms are fun. *Contains mushrooms.
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In The Weeds
Barrel-Aged Pastry Stout 16.1% ABV
750ml Bottle $60+tax
A single 8 year Elijah Craig barrel, which held our Back Channel collab for 29 months was selected for this adjunct party. The groovy gang from Spring Park MN and our Forager gruesome threesome loaded this stout with roasted peanuts, mini marshmallows, toasted cocoa nibs and sea salt. Music for the soul. *Contains peanuts.
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Albatross
Double Barrel-Aged English Barleywine 14.7% ABV
750ml Bottle $70+tax
A double barrel Barleywine which is composed of 49 month old Kent The Otter and 41 month old Horus Aged Ales Collaboration Barleywine. The blend spent 29 months in a Cognac Hogshead barrel as the double barrel treatment. BiL.
Antique Kitten Treats
Barrel-Aged Wheatwine 13.3% ABV
750ml Bottle $70+tax
A single Weller Antique 107 barrel of 46 month old Kitten Treats Wheatwine. Chase your dreams.
Triple Barrel Dad Bod
Triple Barrel-Aged Scotch Ale 13% ABV
750ml Bottle $70+tax
Our Royal Scotch Ale was aged and transferred to three different types of Rockfilter distillery whiskey barrels. Fence Jumper, Black Hammer, and Red Ryder barrels. A combined aging time of 43 months. Love your neighbor.
Agates
Barrel-Aged Old Ale 14.5% ABV
750ml Bottle $70+tax
A single Willet Family Estate bourbon barrel of 55 month aged Old Ale.Layered through time.
Jevne Javelin
Barrel-Aged Sweet Stout 14.5% ABV
750ml Bottle $60+tax
A single barrel of our sweet stout brewed with our amazing hommie Ryan from Angry Chair Brewing in Tampa Bay, Florida. After 36 months of waiting patiently to strike we conditioned this thiccc boi on toasted coconut, roasted pistachios, roasted cocoa nibs and toffee. Go Bucky! *Contains pistachios.
Live Music
10AM - Loud Mouth Brass
Noon - Tony Cuchetti & Blair Krivanek
2PM - Colby Kent & The Stompin' Ground
4PM - Ethan Keller
6PM - Thomas & the Shakes
8PM - Jeremy Jewell and The Co-Dependents
Artisan Market
Local vendors will be selling handmade goods out on the front lawn of Forager from 11am-4pm. It's a great day to support all things local! Vendor list coming soon.
FAQ
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Can we campout overnight?
Yes, but please be respectful of our property and our neighbors.
Can we bring our dog?
Yes, our patio is dog-friendly, however please plan accordingly as the indoor restaurant is not.
Can we line up inside?
No. We will be operating our normal business hours indoors and want to make sure that those guests also have a great experience. The line for the Bottle Release will wrap around the exterior of the building.. You may want to bring an umbrella or an extra jacket.
Where can we park?
There are a few different lots that are all labeled with Forager Brewery parking. Do NOT park in the Kwik Trip parking lot or any other businesses that are open during that time as you will be towed and we are not responsible for that. We suggest walking, biking, taking an Uber/Lyft, taxi, or having a friend drop you off.
What payments are accepted:
Cash or Credit Cards. Keep in mind that there is a 3% surcharge for using credit cards. Cash is also welcome--no charge for that ;)
What are the limits?
Limits will be announced at the time of the event.
Personal Belongings:
Yes, half of the fun is socializing with others that are in line, trading and tasting other beers, and this means that your belongings might be unattended. We cannot be responsible for any items that are stolen, lost or damaged as that is your responsibility. Everyone must be 21 years or older to purchase beer at the release so please act like the adults that you are and be respectful. If you have an issue with someone else in line, kindly discuss it with them and try to reach a solution like the mature adults we know you are :)
Bottle Sharing In-Line:
Yes, you may share bottles while in line just make sure to CLEAN UP and be respectful of our neighboring businesses, staff, and others in-line. Remember that you are responsible for your items so if it’s important--keep it locked in your car or at home.
Are kids allowed?
Yes, you can bring your children! We are family friendly and invite you to bring yours--ours will definitely be out on the patio jamming to some tunes and chowing down some nachos!