About This Festival
The 10th annual BREWFEST in Shelbyville, Indiana, is a lively event celebrating music and local brews, taking place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Downtown Public Square. The festival features a variety of activities including tastings of Hoosier brews from seven local breweries within a ticketed biergarten area, live music by the rock party band Legends Undercover, food trucks offering a range of savory and sweet dishes, local shopping with vendors showcasing unique products, a cornhole tournament, and a KidZone for family-friendly fun.
The festival atmosphere is vibrant and festive, combining the charm of Shelbyville's downtown area with community engagement centered around craft beer and entertainment. The biergarten requires a $10 ticket which includes a commemorative cup and access to beer samplings sold by the pint, with ID required for legal drinking age verification. Admission to the rest of the festival area, including food, shopping, and music, is free.
A rough schedule of events on September 20 is as follows:
- 5:30 p.m.: Event and biergarten open
- Live music by Legends Undercover throughout the evening
- Cornhole tournament and KidZone activities available during open hours
- Food trucks and local vendor shopping open throughout the event
- 10:00 p.m.: Event closes
The festival has become a tradition over the past decade, reflecting Shelbyville’s community spirit and the growing enthusiasm for local craft breweries. It is well accessible, including for handicapped visitors, contributing to its welcoming vibe.
For more up-to-date details, ticketing, or specific event timing, the official event website and Shelby County Tourism Facebook page provide current information. The contact phone number for inquiries is (317) 398-9623.