About This Festival

The Hops & Vines Festival in Franklin, Indiana, is a premier local beer and wine event held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the DriveHubler.com Amphitheater in Young's Creek Park, Downtown Franklin. This family-friendly festival features local wineries and breweries showcasing their best pours, complemented by live music, food vendors, and a lively atmosphere. The beer and wine garden is restricted to those 21 and over with valid ID. Admission is $5, with proceeds supporting Discover Downtown Franklin.

The vibe of the event is festive, community-centered, and welcoming, celebrating local craft beverages with music and food in a park amphitheater setting. The live music headliner for 2025 is Jukebox Luke, adding energy and entertainment throughout the festival.

Key participating breweries and wineries include:

  • Shale Creek Brewing
  • Garfield Brewery
  • MashCraft
  • Planetary Brewing Company
  • Sun King Brewery
  • ZwanzigZ
  • Upland Brewing Co.
  • 3 Floyds Brewing Company
  • Quaff On!
  • Ash & Elm Cider Co.
  • Daniel's Vineyard
  • Oliver Winery
  • Mallow Run Winery

Activities and features:

  • Tasting samples and full pours of local craft beers and wines
  • Live music performances (headlined by Jukebox Luke)
  • Food vendors offering various local fare
  • Family-friendly areas (outside the 21+ beer and wine garden)
  • Opportunities to explore and enjoy downtown Franklin's historic ambiance and Young’s Creek Park setting

Rough schedule:

  • 4:00 p.m. — Gates open for tasting and festival activities
  • 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. — Beer and wine garden open for sampling and full pours
  • Throughout the event — Continuous live music performances by Jukebox Luke and possibly other local musicians
  • Food vendors available throughout the event

History and founding:

The Hops & Vines Festival is organized by Discover Downtown Franklin to celebrate Indiana’s vibrant craft beer and wine scene while supporting local businesses. Over the years, it has grown into a notable annual event that highlights the diversity of Central Indiana’s breweries and wineries, promoting community involvement and downtown Franklin’s cultural offerings. The current festival builds on past years’ success and aims to be bigger and better each year, fostering a lively community environment for tasting, music, and socializing.

Surrounding area:

The festival is set in Downtown Franklin’s Young’s Creek Park at the DriveHubler.com Amphitheater, a well-known event site in the city. The surrounding downtown area offers charming historic architecture, shops, and eateries, making the location both accessible and scenic. The park provides a relaxed, natural outdoor atmosphere that complements the informal and festive tone of the event.

In summary, the Hops & Vines Festival is a lively, family-friendly evening event celebrating local craft beer and wine with live music and food, set in a scenic park amphitheater in historic downtown Franklin. It combines community spirit with quality beverage tastings and entertainment.