September 11, 2026 – September 13, 2026 · Castello di Piticchio, Arcevia (AN)
Experience three days of craft beer bliss at the Birrificio dei Castelli Fest! Held at the stunning Castello di Piticchio, this festival features extensive beer tastings, live concerts, and DJ sets. Enjoy delicious food pairings with your brews for lunch and dinner, take guided tours of the brewery, and explore a variety of street food options. There will also be interactive games and special shows for children, making it a perfect event for all ages.
Indulge in a fantastic selection of craft beers, from crisp Italian Pils and refreshing Gose to robust Double IPAs and rich Chocolate Stouts. Many options are available, including gluten-free and low-alcohol choices. Pair your brews with delightful Italian dishes like Tagliatelle with rabbit ragù or a sophisticated Black Angus carpaccio. The festival also offers a wide array of street food, including various gourmet burgers (Marchigiana, venison, vegan, gluten-free), pulled pork, arrosticini, and classic Italian snacks like Olive all'ascolana and fried potatoes. Don't forget to save room for various desserts!
Join us for a weekend of fun! On **FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026**, the beer taps and street food open at 7:00 PM. Test your beer knowledge with 'Birragiocando' blind tastings and the Beer Puppet show at 7:30 PM. The evening continues with DJ Pier playing Pop Commercial at 8:00 PM, followed by DJ Bruno's Rock Party at 11:00 PM. **SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026**, kicks off at 5:00 PM with beer and street food. Take a guided tour of the Birrificio at 5:30 PM. 'Birragiocando' returns at 6:45 PM. At 7:30 PM, enjoy a special dinner with beer pairings, featuring Black Angus carpaccio, Tagliatelle with rabbit ragù, and glazed baked ham (€28.00). The night heats up with a live performance by Royale con Formaggio at 10:00 PM, followed by a DJ Set by Vibes Eventi at midnight. **SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026**, starts with a brewery tour at 11:00 AM. Beer taps and street food open at 12:00 PM, along with a special lunch featuring beer pairings. Kids can enjoy an entertainment show at 3:00 PM, followed by a live performance by Estremi Rimedi at 4:00 PM. 'Birragiocando' is back at 4:30 PM. At 6:00 PM, don't miss 'Morsi & Sorsi,' a guided aperitivo with four beer and food pairings curated by Piabè Drink'n Food and Unionbirrai Beer Taster. The festival concludes with a comical juggling show at 6:30 PM.