Tap into the biggest and best craft beer festival in Long Beach
The annual Craft Beer LB Fest is back for another year. Bringing together a group of local brewers to showcase their best and tastiest beers, the festival takes over the greens of the historic Rancho Los Cerritos with ale-loving fun and community.
Craft Beer Long Beach started off as a way to unite independent breweries in the Long Beach area, but soon transformed into a loud and proud representation of both breweries and Long Beach. With this, the organization created several annual beer-focused events, including the Craft Beer LB Fest.
This event not only connects beer lovers with native Long Beach brewers, but also supports Rancho Los Cerritos, a historic landmark that stands as a testament to the Spanish, Mexican, and American cultures that shaped the region.
The Craft Beer LB Fest is celebrating its 10th year in 2026! Don’t miss out on the milestone event and show support for the local brewmasters and Craft Beer LB’s team.
When: September 12, 2026 | 1 PM - 5 PM
Where: Rancho Los Cerritos | 4600 N Virginia Road
Admission: There are a variety of tickets available for purchase, depending on age and desired event experience.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Price |
| Children 15 & Under | Free! |
| 16 & Over/Designated Driver | $22.75 |
| General Admission | $54.47 |
| VIP | $75.69 |
Tickets frequently sell out. Be sure to grab yours before they run out. Reserve your spot for the Craft Beer LB Fest online.
This year, 18 breweries and distilleries will take over the grounds of Rancho Los Cerritos. Their tents will lead attendees through a line of unique flavors and original brews, some specially crafted for the event.
Below are the 2026 participating breweries and distilleries:
Pair your Long Beach brew with a Long Beach bite. Joining the craft beers is a lineup of locally owned food trucks and vendors. Dig into savory barbecue, snack on salty pork rinds, and chow down on chicken wings.
Below are the participating food vendors:
In addition to the drinks and food, expect live music from local performers and artists to add to the event’s creativity.
Yes! The event is family-friendly and admission for children under 15 is free! The festival will also feature a staffed kids’ section with activities.
The event takes place entirely outdoors on the grounds of Rancho Los Cerritos. Due to this, there are patches of uneven surfaces and rough terrain that might make it difficult to navigate for those who require assistance or accommodations.
If you’re looking to explore more of Rancho Los Cerritos’ grounds, there are accessible portions with ramps, paved paths, and wide aisles. The gardens, in particular, provide additional accessible amenities like ramps and paved trails.
There will be limited on-site parking; however, there is additional street parking on the west side of Virginia Road.
VIP Ticket:
General Admission:
16 & Over/Designated Driver and 15 & Under Tickets:
Keep your outfit lightweight and comfortable. If you have merch, rep your favorite brewery to show your support!
While Fido is a cutie, please do not bring your dog to the event.
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