Tap & Craft Festival back in downtown Niagara Falls Saturday

Niagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y.
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Oct. 19—The Tap & Craft Festival is back for its second year at the Niagara Falls Convention Center on Saturday. The event will feature more than 40 craft brands, 35 local vendors and the live music of The Far Trio. Tickets, and the full pour list, are available at www.tapandcraft.com.

The festival takes place from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Convention Center on Old Falls Street.

Attendees receive a commemorative tasting glass, unlimited 3-ounce beer samples, the opportunity to meet craft brewers/makers and talk shop and $15 in free slot play from the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Organizers say they are partnering with Brewed & Bottled Craft Beer Shop and Magic Bear Beer Cellar to curate special brand selections for the festival.

Live music will be provided by Buffalo band The Far Trio. A cornhole tournament and yard games that can all be played with a drink in hand will also be available.

For tickets, visit www.tapandcraft.com. A special designated driver price is available.

The Tap & Craft Festival is supported by Cornerstone CFCU (glass sponsor) and presenting sponsors Niagara Falls National Heritage Area, Niagara Hiking Company, Sheraton Niagara Falls USA, Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls Firefighters Local 714, Timothy J. Hennessy, PLLC and LiveNF.

"The Niagara Falls National Heritage Area is proud to sponsor the Tap & Craft Festival and recognizes the hard work and dedication of those involved in building this positive event that gives locals and visitors a reason to enjoy live music and craft brews at the peak of fall foliage season in Western New York," said Sara Capen, executive director of the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area.

Added Daniel Tighe, general manager, Sheraton Niagara Falls USA, "This festival is becoming a staple for the downtown area. Every year, the Sheraton Niagara Falls USA looks forward to partnering with the Tap & Craft team. Events like this showcase how great the Western New York area is and what we have to offer."