Hello Maryland Breweries,

The Baltimore Craft Beer Festival is almost here! Here are a few important details to keep in mind as you prepare for the event on Saturday, November 2nd:

SET UP:

• Time: 8:00 AM on Saturday, November 2nd. Please be ready to pour by 11:45 AM.

STAFF & VOLUNTEERS:

• Submit Names: Enter your staff/volunteer names using the link below:Staff/Volunteer Submission Form​
• Each staff member will receive a GA wristband and glass upon arrival.
• Please limit the number of staffers to 5 people.
• Deadline: Staff names must be entered by 12:00 PM on Friday, November 1st.

RETAIL GUEST PASSES:

• Submit Names: Enter guest names and email addresses using the link below:Guest Pass Submission Form​
• Each guest will receive a GA wristband and glass.
• Limit submissions to 4 guests per brewery (intended for retail/wholesale partners, not additional staff).
• Deadline: Guest names must be entered by 12:00 PM on Thursday, October 31st. No exceptions.

ITEMS TO BRING:

1. Beer Needs:

• Please bring 2 half-barrels (1/2bbls) or the equivalent amount in sixth-barrels (1/6bbls).
• We know that sampling your product is a key part of your participation, but please avoid using red Solo cups or plastic cups. If you need more glassware than what was initially provided, see staff at the BAM Merch tent located near the main gate.

1. Equipment:

• Bring all necessary equipment for pouring, including tables, CO2, jockey boxes, and dump buckets.

1. Tent Weights:

• All brewery tents must be properly weighted down, as the site can be windy. Any damage caused by unsecured tents will be the responsibility of the brewery.

1. Sales-To-Go:

• You are encouraged to sell beer-to-go. Please note that there will be no WiFi provided, so plan to bring your own hotspot to support your POS system.

1. Permits/Licensing:

• Bring a copy of your off-site license to display in your tent and ensure the event is registered with the Comptroller's office.

1. Handtrucks:

• Bringing handtrucks is recommended to help transport your equipment, especially during busy load-in times.

TENTS:

Please read carefully, as this information has changed.

• Gold Medal Circle Breweries:
• You WILL need to bring your own tent. We've updated the festival layout to showcase these breweries prominently in the center of the grounds (see map). While we'll provide gold table linens for your setup, you'll need to bring your own tent for covering your space.
• Multi-Brewery Tent Participants:
• The following breweries will be set up together under one large shared tent:
• Streetcar 82, Denizens, UNION, Elder Pine, Ruhlman, Monument, Pub Dog, Checkerspot, Manor Hill, Silly Yak, Olde Mother, Brewer's Alley/Monocacy, The Brewers Art, and Mystique.
• If you prefer, you are welcome to bring your own tent to use within the shared space for additional branding, but it is not required.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

• No Keg Storage: Please bring all your product with you on Saturday morning.
• Load-In: Use the LOAD-IN Access Road. Bring handcarts if possible, as the area can get busy. 
• FESTIVAL MAP: BCBF Festival Map.pdf​
• PARKING/ LOAD IN MAP: PARKING.jpg​
• Parking: Each brewery receives 1 free parking spot in the designated Brewer Parking area. Parking passes are in your brewery folder at your assigned spot. Additional parking can be purchased at a discounted rate here: www.balpenparking.com​ using code: BCBF at checkout. 
• Ice: Each brewery is allotted two 40lb bags of ice. Additional bags will be charged to the brewery. A BAM staffer will confirm quantities used at the end of the event.

CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• You must have general and liquor liability insurance (General = $1 million per occurrence).
• Breweries in-planning need only general liability insurance.
• Certificate Holder: Brewers Association of Maryland, 1783 Forest Drive, #343, Annapolis, MD 21401.
• Additional Insureds: Include the Brewers Association of Maryland, Baltimore City entities, and event property partners. [Full details below].
• Submit COI: Email to Janna at Janna@cultivateandcraft.com by Tuesday, October 29th. No exceptions.

List the following as Additional Insureds:

• Brewers Association of Maryland (1783 Forest Drive, #343, Annapolis, MD 21401)
• Baltimore City, The Mayor & City Council of Baltimore City, The Department of Recreation and Parks, Public Works and Employees of the City of Baltimore (100 N Holliday Street, Baltimore, MD 21202)
• Licensor (both 101 West Cromwell Street, LLC and 2400 Clarkson Street, LLC, Baltimore Urban Revitalization, LLC, Baltimore Revitalization Direct Investor, LLC, Baltimore Revitalization Indirect Investor, LLC, Baltimore Urban Revitalization Equity Investor LLC, and GSUIG Real Estate Member LLC, Sagamore Development Company, LLC, Sagamore Development Holdings, LLC, MAG-McFarlane Partners BP OpCo Holdings LLC, MAG-McFarlane Partners BP Management LLC, and MAG-McFarlane Partners BP Employer LLC, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, general partners, members, subsidiaries, affiliates and lenders 

Cancellations:

• If your brewery is unable to participate, please let me know as soon as possible.

Point of Contact: Abby Casarella (716)860-2249

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the festival!

Each brewery is asked to bring 3 1/2bbls of beer or the equivalent in 1/6bbls or cases.

Breweries are allowed to bring beer to-go.

The certificate must indicate that you have general and liquor liability (General = $1mil per occurrence).

*Breweries in-planning only need general liability insurance*

Certificate Holder:

Brewers Association of Maryland

1783 Forest Drive, #343

Annapolis, MD 21401

List the following as Additional Insureds:

• Brewers Association of Maryland (1783 Forest Drive, #343, Annapolis, MD 21401)
• Baltimore City, The Mayor & City Council of Baltimore City, The Department of Recreation and Parks, Public Works and Employees of the City of Baltimore (100 N Holliday Street, Baltimore, MD 21202)
• Licensor (both 101 West Cromwell Street, LLC and 2400 Clarkson Street, LLC, Baltimore Urban Revitalization, LLC, Baltimore Revitalization Direct Investor, LLC, Baltimore Revitalization Indirect Investor, LLC, Baltimore Urban Revitalization Equity Investor LLC, and GSUIG Real Estate Member LLC, Sagamore Development Company, LLC, Sagamore Development Holdings, LLC, MAG-McFarlane Partners BP OpCo Holdings LLC, MAG-McFarlane Partners BP Management LLC, and MAG-McFarlane Partners BP Employer LLC, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, general partners, members, subsidiaries, affiliates and lenders 

Email insurance certificate to Janna (Janna@cultivateandcraft.com)

COI MUST BE SUBMITTED BY TUESDAY, October 29th. NO EXCEPTIONS.

See 2024 Map Below





$200 base stipend, + $0.03 per person add on.

Each Brewery is afforded 5 [five] volunteer passes for use by legitimate staff and volunteers only:

https://forms.gle/PmaAGcENsRzbYqKP7​