The California Festival of Beers is an annual benefit for Hospice of SLO County. As the only volunteer hospice in the county, we rely 100% on community donations, fund-raising events, grants, and bequests. We also depend on more than 200 volunteers who generously give of their time and talent.

The California Festival of Beers, held every Memorial Day Weekend is in it's 27th year. 2012 shattered records, with the Saturday festival selling out in 2 hours! Enjoy and celebrate the beginning of summer with a Connoisseur Tasting Friday and the Festival Saturday!

VIP Ticket-$150: Admission to the Connoisseur Tasting "Arts and Crafts" at the Madonna Inn Expo Center from 5:30 - 8:00 pm on Friday, May 24, 2013 as well as admission to the Grand Tasting VIP Tent on Saturday, May 25 from 11:00- 4:00. More perks to be announced soon!

Connoisseur Tasting Ticket-$50: Admission to the Connoisseur Tasting "Arts and Crafts" at the Madonna Inn Expo Center from 5:30 - 8:00 pm on Friday, May 24, 2013. Featuring selected Craft Beer and food pairing, Art and music!

Grand Tasting Ticket-$75: Admission to the Grand Tasting from 11:00-4:00 pm at the Madonna Meadows. Featuring over 200 beers, unique activities, food court, garden areas and live music!

Click here if you are interested in volunteering for the
2013 California Festival of Beers!

If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Kara Barbieri, Assistant Volunteer Coordinator (Americorps VIP): This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .