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Brewski aficionados rejoice: the 3rd Annual Beer Dabbler Showcase returns to Highland Fest on Saturday, July 16th!

Rumored to be bigger and better than ever, the beer snob extravaganza will feature unlimited samplings from over 65 craft and micro breweries alongside a plethora of tasty food from select vendors. Learn everything you need to know to label yourself a bonafied beer connoisseur from the clever dabbler team, play games, and generally enjoy the cold gloriousness of some of the best beers in the world.

New this year: Rock the Cause (who, by the way, are celebrating the 4th anniversary) will fill 2 whole stages with live music throughout the fest, featuring the epic stylings of The 4onthefloor, Maudlin, Pictures of Then, Niki and The RueMates and bands from McNally Smith School of Music.

In an effort to cut down on lines, doors will open at 12:30pm (30 minutes before beer is served) so all fest-goers can get in and get situated before the main event begins.

Advanced Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online at www.thebeerdabbler.com or at the following retail locations:

Wine Thief & Ale Jail 1787 Saint Clair Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105-1941 (651) 698-9463 winethief.net

The Four Firkins 8009 Minnetonka Blvd, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426 (952) 938-2847 thefourfirkins.com

Thomas Liquors 1941 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105-1433 (651) 699-1860 thomasliquor.com

Pairings Food & Wine Market 6001 Shady Oak Road South, Minnetonka, MN 55343-8912 (952) 426-0522 pairingsfoodandwine.com

Highland Fest runs July 15th-17th in Highland Park along Ford Parkway. For more information click HERE.