Saison Fest – June 22, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Saison Fest is now a part of the re-imagined Cleveland Beer Week celebration! Beginning this year, instead of just a single week of events, there will be festivals throughout the year dubbed Styles of the Season. First up, is the return of Saison Fest!

Saison Fest is set for the first Sunday in summer, June 22nd, 12pm-4pm. Our list of participating breweries has surpassed 20 and we have a few more to add! We look forward to hosting you again this year as we celebrate the incredible depth and breadth of this seemingly simple ale.

“Saisons” (seasons in French) remind us that early brewing traditions were often celebrated in conjunction with the planting of fields and harvesting the bounty. They carry our imaginations through centuries of innovation and creative expression. While the reasons for brewing saisons have diversified and their ingredients may have modernized, the variety and uniqueness of these classic Belgian ales remain unparalleled.

Expect to find a wide assortment of flavor profiles from some of your favorite brewers dedicated to brewing this traditional style. Our list is not quite complete, but our early confirmations include: 4 Paws, 8th Day, Aeonian, Birdfish, Bell Tower, Brew Kettle, Brighten, Codex, Collision Bend, Forrest City, Green Valley, HiHO, Immigrant Son, Jolly Scholar, Maize Valley, Modern Methods, Noble Beast, Noble Creature, North Water, Paradigm Shift and Unhitched.

Your ticket includes a commemorative Saison Fest tasting glass for your unlimited samples. We’ll have food available outdoors for separate purchase and our brewpub will be open for regular service. We’ll have a tent to provide shade, plenty of seating, a hydration station and lively music to accompany your afternoon. We can’t wait to see you again!

This is an outdoor event. Rain or shine. No refunds.

Must be 21+ to participate, Must present ID

Kent Rainbow Dance Party

October 14th, 2023 – 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

The Kent Rainbow Weekend committee is hard at work planning this year’s Rainbow Weekend! Already in the works are Kent State’s Rainbow Run, art exhibits, “Courageously Queer” storytelling, live music, Safe Space training, speaker panels, and more!! We’ll also have lots of Kent Pride decorations in downtown Kent. Residents, students, and visitors are all invited to help us celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Go to https://mainstreetkent.org/events/kent-rainbow-weekend/ for more details.

    Main Street Kent Oktoberfest

    September 23rd, 2023 – 12:00PM – 10:00 PM

    Join us for the annual Kent Oktoberfest! Seasonal beer, German inspired food, polka music and MORE!

    Go to mainstreetkent.org/events/oktoberfest/ for more details and updates!

    2023 Entertainment – HTB Plaza

    Noon – Mike Wojtila Trio (polka!)
    German Family Society Youth Dancers – 12:30, 1:30, & 2:30
    ~ Join the fun and dance along during the 2:30 performance!
    3:30 – Brent Kirby Trio
    5:30 – Ringer
    8:00 – Van Sailin’

    Good Eats

    Bell Tower Brewing Co. – Walking Charcuterie Available!

    Daisy Pops
    Erie Street Kitchen
    GRAZERS
    Over Easy @ The Depot
    Pierogi Lady
    Popped!
    Ray’s Place
    Taproot

    Beer Here

    With three beer trucks in the event area, we’re offering a variety of great beverages: Spaten Oktoberfest, Goose Island Oktoberfest, Elysian Night Owl, seasonal cider…AND Seasonal beer from our local guys: Bell Tower Brewing Co., MadCap Brew Co. & North Water Brewing! Something for everyone! Prost!

    All beverages will be served in recyclable plastic cups; no glassware will be available for purchase and guests may not use glassware from previous events. Commemorative plastic Oktoberfest beer pitchers will be available while supplies last. Cash and credit cards are accepted.

    – Beer – $6
    – Pitcher – $23
    – Pitcher refill – $18