Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Festiversary 2026 will feature incredible Duluth lineup of local bands, $15 Thrifty Tickets, amazing food trucks and more!
On Saturday, May 9, Bent Paddle Brewing Co. marks 13 years of brewing, community, and celebration! Festiversary is bringing back love for local this year with an incredible line up of local Minnesota musicians. They are once again excited to continue to offering a Thrifty Ticket option again this year—just $15—to make the event more accessible for everyone celebrating the weekend, including new UMD grads looking for a post-commencement party with their friends and families! Attendees can enjoy an amazing lineup of live music on two stages, featuring fan favorites like Gochujang, and Big Wave Dave, plus great food from Sunhees Table, Zen House Mobile, and Johnny B’s.
Festiversary runs from 2-8 p.m. on May 9 and transforms two square blocks surrounding the brewery into an outdoor celebration of music, craft beer and beverages, and community. Our featured bands this year include local favorites like — Big Wave Dave, Gochujang, Tin Can Gin, Kiss The Tiger, Berserk Blondes, and a new mega group put together by Boss Mama and the Jebberhooch with guests from Hot Tamale Cosmos, Feeding Leroy, and Wetland Willows – guaranteeing a full day of unforgettable performances and celebration.
“Our 13th anniversary Festiversary is a celebration of our community, our loyal customers—our Paddlers—and our love of sharing craft beer,” said Co-Founder Karen Tonnis. “We’re excited to showcase specialty beers, live music, and fun for all ages. It’s our way of celebrating together, and we’d love to feel that support and share the day with our community.”
For event details and tickets, visit bentpaddlebrewing.com/festiversary.
