Please Note
Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Valid ID and ticket/wristband required upon entry.
General Admission tickets go on sale at 10:00am.
3:00pm - 6:00pm | Uncas Ballroom
Raise your glass.
Sun BrewFest is back!
Sun BrewFest returns with an elevated tasting experience you won't want to miss. Sip your way through an impressive selection of craft beers and hard seltzers, savor chef-inspired food samples, and cast your vote in the People's Choice Food Competition, where you decide which bite reigns supreme. All included with admission.
Good Eats, Beers & Seltzers
Savor bites and free samples from local culinary favorites perfectly paired for the afternoon. Full-size plates bites from participating vendors will be available for purchase. Check back for participating vendors.
Whether you're looking to discover a new favorite brew or seltzer, enjoy great food, or simply soak in the festival atmosphere, there's something around every corner.
Live music by:
The Rakes
Beyond the tastings, Sun BrewFest delivers all the ingredients for an unforgettable day: live music, games, Stein Hoisting competitions, line dancing and a Cornhole Tournament featuring prizes from Real Wicked Events.
People's Choice Competition
Sample bites from talented chefs, then cast your vote for the dish that deserves the crown. Voting closes at 5:45pm and the winner will be announced at 6:00pm.
Cornhole Tournament
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Guests playing in the tournament will have access to the VIP hour of Sun BrewFest. Tickets will be given out at the door/will call window to tournament guests. For tournament registration, please sign up via Eventbrite. Advanced registration for the tournament is required to participate.
First Place: $500 Cash, a free hotel stay for future use, and two tickets to a show at Mohegan Sun Arena (subject to availability).
Second Place: $300 Cash
Third Place: $200 Cash
Stein Hoisting Competition
3:00pm - 6:00pm
10 guests per session
Session Times:
3:00pm; 3:30pm; 4:00pm; 4:30pm; 5:00pm; 5:30pm
The winner from each session will receive a swag bag donated by our sponsors. Rules of the competition will be displayed and verbally discussed prior to each session. Free to the public to participate. First come, first fill. Signups will take place at the Stein Hoisting Stage.
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*Must be 21 or older to participate. Self-excluded persons are ineligible for participation.
When is Sun BrewFest 2026 at Mohegan Sun?
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Where can I buy tickets for Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun?
You can buy Sun BrewFest Tickets at Ticketmaster or in person at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Are there VIP tickets for Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun?
VIP tickets are available only to guests registered for the Cornhole Tournament.
What’s included with a Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun ticket?
Your Sun BrewFest ticket includes unlimited alcohol samples, free samples from local culinary favorites, live entertainment, and access to different competitions like Stein Hoisting!
What time does Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun start and end?
General admission for Sun BrewFest 2026 is from 3:00pm – 6:00pm on Saturday, October 3rd.
Do I need to be 21 to attend Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun?
Yes, attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Valid ID is required upon entry.
Are there parking fees at Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun attendees?
With more than 13,000 FREE on-site guest parking spaces, parking at Mohegan Sun is never a hassle. See our Parking Information page for more details on all of your parking options!
Will there be seltzers or ciders in addition to beer?
Yes, in addition to the traditional beer samples there will be cider, hard seltzer, and canned cocktails available to sample!
How many breweries will be at Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun?
There will be over 200 varieties of beers, seltzer, and canned cocktails available for unlimited samples!