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Join the Weirdos for a Decade of DrekkerFest!

Join in to celebrate 10 years of DrekkerFest this September—check out what the weekend will bring!

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Celebrate 10 Years of Creating Experiences & Destroying Expectations with Drekker Brewing Company

Crowded brewery taproom with red draped ceiling and string lights during a festival

In 2014, the weirdos at Drekker started brewing up excellent beers in Fargo and have since expanded to all corners of the globe. Considering that’s pretty cool, they’re throwing a party to end all parties! And it’s happening September 13 and 14.

If you’re wondering what all the hype is about, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 things to know about Drekker’s 10 year anniversary celebration!

#1 It’s Family Friendly

Three girls sliding down a colorful inflatable bounce house slide outdoors

You read that right! DrekkerFest has games, activities, and more for all ages until 7 p.m. After that, you’ll need an ID to get in.

#2 Your Stomach Will Thank You

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They’ll have local vendors serving up tasty treats— whether it’s lunch, snacks, or a delectable dessert, as long as you’re hungry, they’ll have you covered.

#3 It’s a Good Idea to Carpool

Large nighttime outdoor crowd at a concert in front of a Drekker building

Look, the majority of this party is in the Drekker parking lot. There’s gonna be limited parking, so make it easy by sharing a ride—Mother Earth will thank you too! 

#4 Opportunities to Get Inked

Gloved tattoo artist inking a colorful design on a person's forearm

Amarok Tattoo will be there Friday and Saturday with flash sheets and even an opportunity to get some ink for free!

#5 Thirsty? They Got You

Tattooed arm pouring beer from a Drekker tap handle at an outdoor festival

If there’s one thing Drekker is known for, it’s all the weird beers that rotate through the taproom and Brewhalla, and the team has been saving a bunch of new brews specifically for DrekkerFest!

#6 Music Lovers Will Love It

Long-haired guitarist in a black sequin jacket performs at a mic on a lit stage

Regional and national artists will grace the stage with live music on Saturday night.

#7 Weekend Plans are Solved

Stilt walker in costume entertaining a crowd at an outdoor festival with vendor tents

DrekkerFest isn’t limited to one day. Oh no, this party goes all weekend long! Everything kicks off with a beer drop Friday morning in preparation for a killer show by Timebomb Wrestling. Saturday opens with treats, games, and fun for the whole family, followed by a bangin’ concert to round out the night!

#8 You’re Supporting Local

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Nearly every aspect of DrekkerFest involves local talent. From the vendors offering experiences like face painting and live screen printing, to all the snacks you can dream up and more, this party keeps it close to home.

#9 You Can Win Cool Stuff

Two smiling women hold drinks at an outdoor festival crowd near tents and inflatable decorations

Not only are they hosting all these crazy fun events, they’re giving away a ton of cool stuff! Here’s a hint: one of these prizes could get you free beer for an entire year!

#10 It’s Free (Mostly)

Two smiling women pose with drinks at an outdoor festival

Oh yeah, did we mention it was free? (Well, mostly.) There’s no charge to enter, including Saturday night’s concert. However, Friday night’s Timebomb Pro Wrestling event tickets will cost $10 for those 21 and older.

Mark your calendars for the weekend of September 13 and 14 and come out to celebrate!

Follow along on Facebook and Instagram for more info on the event!

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Published August 27, 2024

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