Join Us for the 9th Annual Rotary Club of Youngstown Groundhog Craft Beerfest!
Saturday, January 30, 2027
Stambaugh Auditorium | Youngstown, Ohio
ONE BIG SESSION — MORE TIME TO ENJOY!
Premium Ticket Admission: 3:00 PM
General Admission: 4:00–8:00 PM
Get ready to raise a glass for a great cause! The Rotary Club of Youngstown's 9th Annual Groundhog Craft Beerfest returns with an exciting new format, bringing together outstanding regional craft breweries, cider makers, talented homebrewers, live entertainment, and great food for one of the Mahoning Valley's favorite winter traditions.
This year, we're bringing everyone together for one extended tasting session, giving guests more time to discover new favorites, reconnect with friends, and enjoy the Beerfest experience—all while supporting important community causes.
Tickets & Admission
General Admission — $50
Enjoy four hours of craft beer and cider tastings from participating breweries and homebrewers, plus live entertainment and delicious food for purchase.
Premium Ticket — $100
Get the Beerfest experience started an hour early! Premium guests enter at 3:00 PM and enjoy the Premium Experience, including access to specialty selections and other amenities to be announced.
Designated Driver Ticket — $32 (includes ticketing fee)
Enjoy the event without drinking alcohol! Includes a $5 food voucher provided at the door.
Tickets will be available through Stambaugh Auditorium.
Visit www.stambaughauditorium.com or call the box office at 330-259-0555.
Tickets will also be available through Youngstown Rotarians.
What's New for 2027?
We're making some exciting changes to keep Beerfest fresh, fun, and focused on the craft!
- One Extended Session: No more choosing between afternoon and evening sessions. Everyone comes together for one great Beerfest experience, with General Admission from 4–8 PM.
- More Focus on Craft Beer & Cider: Discover offerings from regional microbreweries and cider makers, along with creative selections from talented homebrewers.
- Premium Early Admission: Premium ticket holders get an extra hour to explore the festival before General Admission begins.
- More Affordable General Admission: General Admission is now just $50, making it easier to enjoy this popular winter tradition.
- Live Entertainment & Food: Enjoy music, great company, and tasty offerings while discovering your next favorite brew.
Whether you're a longtime craft beer enthusiast or just enjoy a fun night out with friends, there's something to celebrate at Groundhog Craft Beerfest!
More Than Just a Beerfest — It's a Force for Good!
The Groundhog Craft Beerfest is more than a tasting event. It's the Rotary Club of Youngstown's largest annual fundraiser, bringing the community together to support programs and projects that make a lasting difference throughout the Mahoning Valley.
Since its founding in 2019, Beerfest has helped Rotary raise more than $150,000, benefiting over 30 local organizations and community initiatives.
Past beneficiaries include:
- Operation Warm — providing winter coats for local children
- Easter Seals of Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana Counties
- The Dorothy Day House
- YWCA Mahoning Valley
- Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation
- Wick Park Pavilion restoration and other community improvements
Proceeds from Beerfest fund grants that support education, social services, and community improvements throughout the region.
Every ticket purchased and every sponsorship secured helps Rotary put Service Above Self into action.
Become a 2027 Groundhog Craft Beerfest Sponsor!
Support a great cause. Showcase your business. Make a difference!
Sponsorship is at the heart of Groundhog Craft Beerfest's success, and we're inviting businesses and organizations throughout the Mahoning Valley to join our ninth annual celebration.
Our 2027 goal is to raise $45,000 in sponsorship support so we can keep making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Why sponsor Beerfest?
- Promote Your Business: Gain visibility through event promotions, social media recognition, and on-site sponsorship opportunities.
- Connect With the Community: Reach hundreds of attendees, local professionals, and community leaders.
- Demonstrate Your Commitment: Show your customers and employees that your organization supports local causes.
- Support Rotary's Mission: Help fund grants and projects that strengthen the Mahoning Valley.
- Be Part of a Local Tradition: Align your brand with one of the region's most anticipated winter fundraising events.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, offering meaningful recognition and benefits for businesses of all sizes.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact the Beerfest Committee to request the 2027 Sponsorship Packet and learn how you can get involved.
Join Us — Raise a Glass and Make a Difference!
Great beer. Great friends. A great cause.
Join the Rotary Club of Youngstown on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at Stambaugh Auditorium for the 9th Annual Groundhog Craft Beerfest!
Whether you attend, sponsor, or volunteer, you're helping make a difference right here in the Mahoning Valley.
For Sponsorship Information or Event Questions
2027 Groundhog Craft Beerfest Co-Chairs
Jessica Romeo — 330-881-3553
Aundréa Cika Heschmeyer — 330-646-4082
Email: yorobeerfest@gmail.com
Presented by the Rotary Club of Youngstown
Service Above Self