The Worthy Brewfest

The Worthy Brewfest Worthy BrewFest returns in 2026 — now at The Landing at the MassMutual Center. In addition to the pro brewers, we also offer a homebrewing component.
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We’re proud to welcome Beacon Bank as our Presenting Sponsor as we elevate this beloved tradition. Get ready to raise a glass at Worthy BrewFest — Downtown Springfield’s signature craft beer experience, reimagined at The Landing at the MassMutual Center. Started in 2010, Worthy BrewFest has grown into a beloved local tradition, bringing together craft beer lovers, breweries, and the community for

an unforgettable summer celebration. While the festival enters an exciting new chapter in a new location, it proudly honors its roots — Theodore’s BBQ and Smith’s Billiards, who have hosted BrewFest since the very beginning and helped shape it into the event it is today. In 2026, the Springfield Business Improvement District (BID) is proud to take the reins of Worthy BrewFest, ensuring the continuation and growth of this iconic event as part of Downtown Springfield’s vibrant annual calendar. With a renewed vision and expanded experience, the BID is building on the festival’s strong foundation while introducing new energy, partnerships, and opportunities for the community to come together. Guests can expect tastings from a curated lineup of WORTHY breweries, live entertainment, and an elevated festival atmosphere that blends the energy of downtown with a fresh, modern experience. Whether you're a seasoned craft beer enthusiast or just along for the vibes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The competition is tough. There are a number of breweries in the marketplace today that have entered our contest in the past. Who knows, you might be the first to try a beer from the next to be followed cult brewery! From its Worthington Street beginnings to its next evolution, Worthy BrewFest continues to celebrate Springfield’s rich beer culture, strong sense of community, and the places — and partners —t hat make it all possible. Come thirsty, come curious, and be part of the tradition.

05/21/2026
Welcome back, Lefty's Craft! And welcome to THE WORTHY BREWFEST 🍻
05/06/2026

Welcome back, Lefty's Craft!
And welcome to THE WORTHY BREWFEST 🍻

Which do you want to see at this years Worthy?!
04/29/2026

Which do you want to see at this years Worthy?!

04/29/2026

For the first time ever, THE WORTHY BREWFEST moves to The Landing at the MassMutual Center—elevating the experience with more space, more brewers, and more to explore.

🍺 Featuring top craft breweries from across the region
🏆 Homebrewer Competition—only the “Worthy Enough” make the cut
🎶 Live music, food, and a crowd that knows good beer

Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just here for a good time, this is where Springfield shows up.

Drink local. Celebrate community. Stay Worthy.

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THE WORTHY BREWFEST lineup is here 🍻Introducing the 2026 breweries (for now 😉)... aka the ones who earned their spot. Fr...
04/27/2026

THE WORTHY BREWFEST lineup is here 🍻

Introducing the 2026 breweries (for now 😉)... aka the ones who earned their spot. From hometown favorites to must-try pours, every brewery you see on this list is officially Worthy.

Get ready to sip, sample, and discover your new favorite beer on June 27th.

Who are you most excited to try? 👇

Looking to make your day into a Worthy Weekend?Book your room here:
04/08/2026

Looking to make your day into a Worthy Weekend?
Book your room here:

04/08/2026

Some of the best ideas start the simplest way - over a drink.

Back in 2010, Jeffrey Goulet and former Smith’s Billiards bartender Jim Trainor were doing just that... having a brew and throwing around an idea:

“Wouldn’t it be great to host our own BrewFest?”
That “what if” quickly turned into “why not?”

With a few encouraging yeses from the Keith Weppler & Keith Makarowski (co-owners of Theodores' Booze, Blues, and BBQ and Smiths Billiards), the wheels were set in motion. After researching brewfests across the country, they built something intentional, something curated… something Worthy.

And that’s exactly how Worthy BrewFest got its name.

From the start, this wasn’t just another beer festival. It was about bringing together the best craft brewers — those deemed “Worthy” — and creating an experience rooted in community, quality, and a shared love of craft beer.

They didn’t stop there.

The addition of a home brewer competition gave aspiring brewers a platform to shine, putting their creations in front of a live audience. Attendees vote, and the winner earns something truly special: the opportunity to collaborate with a local brewery to bring their beer to life.

That’s how you grow a craft culture.

Now, 16 years later, the tradition continues — but with a new chapter.

In 2026, the Springfield Business Improvement District (Springfield Downtown) has taken on stewardship of the festival to ensure it not only continues, but evolves.

This year, for the first time, the festival moves from Worthington Street to The Landing at the MassMutual Center, a new setting that allows us to elevate the experience while honoring everything that made it special in the first place.

Because at its core, THE WORTHY BREWFEST has always been about more than beer.

It’s about ideas. It’s about community. It’s about taking something small, and building something lasting.

And we’re proud to carry that forward.

Cheers to tradition — and what’s next.

Did someone say it's National Beer Day?!?! I guess it's a good time to tell you there is only a few discounted PreSale t...
04/07/2026

Did someone say it's National Beer Day?!?! I guess it's a good time to tell you there is only a few discounted PreSale tickets left for THE WORTHY BREWFEST...

Be sure to get yours today before $$ goes up! 🍻

For tickets: www.springfielddowntown.com/theworthy

06/17/2025

The results for the Home Brewers Contest:

Walls - 181
3 crows 32
Smiling Dog 129
Forest king 105
Carriage House - 74
Sparge- 39
Big fish - 59
Cats Eye - 51
Beer Fort 214

Huge shout out to all of the participants. The highlight of The Worthy every year!

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