Selected Events (from The Real Beer Page's events database, and beyond!) - May 2003
May 2 - 4, 2003 - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Melbourne International Beer Festival
The Melbourne International Beer Festival is part of the Annual Melbourne International Beer Awards competition, which attracts more than 400 international entries. The Festival provides visitors with an opportunity to taste an unparalleled range of Australian and international beers, to appreciate the differences between styles of beers, and to develop a better understanding of appropriate beer and food matching.
Location: Melbourne Exhibition Centre Hours: Sessional each day Admission: $30 Organization: The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria Contact Name: Kerry James Contact Phone: +61 3 9281 7435
May 10, 2003 - Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Brew at the Zoo
A fund raiser for the Baltimore Zoo featuring over 30 different beers from area craft brewers, wines from local vineyards, and live music from Tribe of Ben. The event takes place in the zoo's main valley and will be hosted by some of the animals, brought out for the day to enjoy the fun. Food will be available for purchase. Admission includes a souvenir pint glass and 10 tastings.
Location: The Baltimore Zoo Hours: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Admission: $15 Advance, $18 at the door Organization: The Baltimore Zoo Contact Name: Chris Chamberlin Contact Phone: 410.396.7175 Contact Email: cchamberlin01@msn.com
May 15 - 18, 2003 - Brigg, Lincolnshire, Great Britain
Brigg Beer Festival
Now in its twelfth year, this festival attracts people from all over the UK. In excess of 40 beers to try, good food and live entertainment. This event is the main fundraiser for our Lions Club.
Location: Atherton Way, Brigg Hours: evenings + all day Saturday Admission: £1 Organization: Brigg District Lions Club Contact Name: Paul Searby Contact Email: info@briggbeerfestival.co.uk
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