16th Annual MT Brews and BBQ's

Start: Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:00PM
End: Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00PM

In its 16th Year the Montana Brews and BBQs has developed a reputation as an authentic brewfest that supports, and showcases, local. 2000 Miles of Montana Beer – Lakeside @ Metrapark July 18th , 1p-10p There is a sense of pride that goes along with being a Montanan. We work hard, play hard, and we enjoy the reputation for the quality in both. In Montana, the craft brewing industry is thriving. What was once considered “bud light or coors light?” has been replaced with a diversity and complexity that is as much science as it is enjoyment. 2000 miles and 30 days. That is what it would take you to travel the breweries that are represented at this year’s MT Brews and BBQ. We are proud to say that this year’s MT Brews and BBQ’s will feature 60 flavors representing breweries that hail from every corner of the treasure state, but only, and exclusively, from the 406. It allows our community to delight in breweries, and communities, that, without this event, they may not ever be able to experience. Local brewers showcase seasonal creations and beers brewed specifically for this event. By doing so, this event is the only place some of these beers can be experienced. As much as it is about the beer, it allows for our community to immerse themselves in the 406 subcultures that surround each brewery and help define the flavors that they develop. By experiencing these Montana craft beers, it allows us all to further our understanding on what it means to be from, and to strengthen our bond as Montanans. Exclusively kegged, exclusively Montanan. ‘Cause Nothin’ Beats an Ice-Cold MT Brew! Presales Save Time and Money by visiting a presale! Not only will it guarantee your official 2026 souvenir glass but you can avoid the lines and start having fun now! Your Glass and 10 drink tokens for only $25. Runs through (7/17/26 at 5pm). Conveniently located throughout town at all Billings Shipton’s Big R locations and Canyon Creek Brewing. Food Trucks Galore You know that tingly sensation when slow smoked, hand carved, mouth-watering bbq aroma dances through your nose. You can hear the sizzle as it touches the grill. This year’s Montana Brews and BBQs will be a foodie’s delight! 20 of Billings Best Food Trucks will present an extravagant variety of cuisine. The food truck assortment is as diverse as the beer! Come for lunch and stay for dinner! Regardless of what makes your mouth water, you will find it, ready to devour. Live Music What makes Local Beer and Local Food over the top? Live. Local. Music! Billings sensation Rhythm Destroyers will keep your toe tapping all night long! Free Beer and More What’s even better than Ice-Cold MT Beer? FREE ICE-COLD MT BEER! We are giving away FREE Beer for a Year courtesy of Thirsty Street Brewing! (2 pints per week for a continuous 52 weeks). Ever wonder how your favorite flavor came to be? Brewmasters will be on hand giving out free gear and happy to engage with a thirsty public. The Cause The best part of the event is that all United Way of Yellowstone County proceeds benefit their local community partners! 16th Annual MT Brews and BBQs Saturday July 18th 1-10 pm Lakeside-Metrapark Exclusively MT made and kegged craft beers Exclusive Presale Opportunity: Save Time and Money! (Cash/Check Only) Includes Official Event Glass & 10 beer tokens for only $25 Presale Locations : All Billings Shipton’s Big R Locations and Canyon Creek Brewing Event Glass/Tokens Available all Day at Event Live Music – Rhythm Destroyers True Brewfest – 60 Flavors-all MT Brewed kegs, outside, with live music Meet the brewmasters – Brewers on hand! Come early- seasonal and event only flavors-limited supply. Win Beer for a Year courtesy Thirsty Street Brewing 20 Billings Best Food trucks. Wide variety of BBQ and Ethnic Foods. Free Admission/Free Parking Would take a 2000-mile road trip to visit all MT Breweries on hand. Due to overwhelming demand, back this year, Koozies compliments of Grizzly Excavation Benefitting The United Way of Yellowstone County Misting Tents- compliments of TDS Fiber Local Beer- Local Food- Local Music- Great Fun Airconditioned Interior Restrooms (no stinky porta potties) …..Cause Nothin’ Beats an Ice-Cold Montana Brew!!