Pittsburgh's Barrel & Flow Fest
Celebrate Black artists, craft brews and the arts at the award-winning Barrel & Flow Fest — named the best beer festival in the country in 2023 and 2024.
As the first brew fest dedicated to Black brewers, drinkers and artists, Barrel & Flow Fest has put Pittsburgh on the Black brew map and helped position the city as one of the leaders in brewery diversity and inclusion.
Tickets & Entry
Event Details
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- The Stacks at 3 Crossings, 2875 Railroad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- Hours
- Noon – 9:00 PM (VIP from 12 PM)
- Breweries
- 35+ Black-owned breweries, 50+ exclusive craft collaborations
- Food Vendors
- 20+ local chefs & vendors — street fries, Caribbean, BBQ and more
What to Expect
The Barrel — Craft Brews
Over 50 exclusive craft brew collaborations from Black-owned breweries, distilleries, and cideries from across the country.
The Flow — Live Music & Art
Live performances from local, national, and international Black artists across multiple stages, plus live art and visual displays.
The Eats
More than 20 local food vendors and chefs offering diverse cuisines — from street fries to Caribbean and BBQ.
Weekend Programming
A multi-day cultural celebration featuring a Black business conference, bottle shares, a brewer's brunch, and a curated vendor marketplace.
About the Festival
Named Best Beer Festival in the Country — Two Years Running
What's with the name? The Barrel refers to the brews and Flow references the performing artists and speakers. Together, Barrel & Flow represents what attendees can expect: one-of-a-kind brews fresh from the barrel accompanied by live art, food vendors, and entertainment all day.
This year, festivities take place at The Stacks at 3 Crossings in the Strip District, where festival goers can enjoy exclusive craft brew collaborations, a uniquely curated collection of vendors, live music and entertainment, networking opportunities, and plenty of fun. The festival features more than 150 vendors.
Looking to enjoy Barrel & Flow Fest before the general public? Explore VIP and Early Admission tickets for early access and exclusive swag. Only 250 VIP tickets are available — providing admission to all events Friday through Sunday, including the conferencing events, bottle share, fest, catered luncheon by Roux Orleans, and Sunday brunch.
Get Your Tickets
Book your packages, find hotel information, and purchase tickets on the official Barrel & Flow website. For a full list of performing artists, featured breweries, and a la carte ticketing options, check out the Barrel & Flow Ticketing Page.