2026 BREWER APPLICATION
Started in 1998 and attended by more than 100,000 beer lovers, Tap New York is one of the largest and longest running craft brew festivals in the country. The event takes place over two days, and attendees are encouraged to stay overnight at the resort. We expect 2,500+ attendees with marketing in radio, print and social media from Albany to New York City.
Event Dates: Saturday, May 16, to Sunday, May 17, 2026 (Rain or Shine)
Event Schedule: Including Set-up, Festival Hours, and Breakdown
THU & FRI (5/14-15) 8:00am - 5:00pm Event Set-up for larger trailers/vehicles
SAT (5/16) 7:00am - 12:00pm Event Set-up; All vehicles removed from event space by 12pm
2:00pm - 7:30pm Event Hours: Bacon, Brews & BBQ
SUN (5/17) 7:00am - 9:00am Event Set-up; All vehicles removed from event space by 9am
11:00am - 4:30pm Event Hours: Brunch & Brews
4:30pm - 11:30pm Event Breakdown; Vehicles may not move until Police approval
MON (5/18) 7:00am - 12:00pm Event Breakdown
Location: Blackthorne Resort, 348 Sunside Rd., East Durham NY 12423
Estimated Attendees: 1,500+ SAT / 1,000+ SUN = 2,500+ Weekend Attendees
Brewery Licenses Required from New York Liquor Authority:
1. Breweries holding a Microbrewery License or Farm Brewery License must get a “Marketing Permit” to participate in the brew festival.
2. Breweries holding a Restaurant Brewer License must apply for a “Temporary Beer Permit” to participate in the brew festival; they are ineligible for a “Marketing Permit”.
Type & Quantity of Brews: Brewer’s choice to cover a variety of favorites, seasonal tastes, and new introductions including Non-Alcoholic (0.5% ABV or less) and Specialty (Cider, Mead, Sake, Kombucha, Hard Tea, etc.). We anticipate at least 50-60 gallons (minimum (4) half-barrels or equivalent) per brewery. We will have a refrigerated trailer on-site on Friday of the event for delivery or bring with you first thing on Saturday morning for storage in the refer. The quantity (and brewery allowance) may be adjusted the 2 weeks prior to the event as we finalize ticket sales.
Festival Will Provide Brewers:
$400 wholesale allowance per Brewer (check issued post-event accounting for returns); breweries departing prior to Sunday breakdown may receive partial allowance
1 night’s lodging if desired: onsite RV hookup, onsite tent campsite, offsite hotel; breweries departing prior to Sunday breakdown may have their lodging deducted from wholesale allowance
Promotion including company logo & website link through www.Tap-NY.com and social media marketing
Designated space with 6’ table including area under a group tent (if needed), and on-site staff parking
Sampling cups, ice as needed, trash cans, and volunteer staff to support breweries
Up to 4 brewery representatives are provided free access each day to pour, with their own sampling glasses; any additional brewery representatives must pay $40 each for a sampling glass
OPTIONAL: Sponsored opportunities for Breweries to stand out, including Friday Night Craft Brew Pairing Dinner, Saturday After-Party, Fun & Games, and Craft Brew Sponsor — EMAIL FOR MORE INFORMATION
OPTIONAL: Bring your own buses to Tap New York and save with group discount pricing of $80 VIP / $55 GA — EMAIL FOR MORE INFORMATION
Brewery Will Provide Festival:
Appropriate New York Liquor Authority permit (Marketing or Temporary Beer) to participate in the festival
At least 50-60 gallons of various product (minimum (4) half barrels) with brewer invoice accounting for any returns; late brewer invoices will not be considered for payment after June 30
All pouring materials and equipment, plus decorations for your space with company branding
Staff to represent brewery for setup and during the event
Certificate of Insurance naming the following as Additional Insured – DEADLINE: March 15, 2026
Tap Festivals LLC, 142 Main St., Kingston NY 12401
Blackthorne Resort, 348 Sunside Rd., East Durham NY 12423
Please send a copy of your certificates to: Jeremy@GreatEventsUSA.com
Deadline to Participate: January 31, 2026
Complete the following online application or download and submit the PRINTED BREWER APPLICATION.