Jacksonville is becoming known for its delicious craft brews and here is your chance to try them all in one place! The Beaches Oktoberfest is this weekend, October 16th – 18th, at the Sea Walk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach, including over 30 craft breweries, 10+ food trucks, live music and a special Dogtoberfest for the pet lovers on Sunday! All proceeds benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets!

Friday night is Craft-Toberfest from 6 to 10 pm. The Unlimited Sampling Passes have already sold out, but the event is free and open to the public. It will feature samplings of the South’s top breweries and their fresh seasonal ales. There will also be games, live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and more.

There are VIP passes for Saturday (12 – 6 pm) and Sunday (12 – 6 pm) still available. Passes include a beer pass booklet, one Souvenir 20-ounce Beer Stein, one free beer, a t-shirt, preferred seating for the music on Saturday (including a private VIP bar and private bathrooms), and access to Dogtoberfest on Sunday all for $40 ($45 at the door). You don’t want to miss The Expendables Concert!

Dogtoberfest kicks off at noon on Sunday with a pet costume contest, pet vendors, dog treats, pet adoptions, entry into First Coast No More Homeless Pets’ Photo Contest for a chance to win a wellness package, and other pet friendly activities. Any ticket package you purchase to Oktoberfest includes access to Dogtoberfest!

For more information on The Beaches Oktoberfest, visit their website at http://www.beachesoktoberfest.com/. Drink some beer and save a life!