Wild West Brewfest, held in the west Houston suburb of Katy, TX, is one of the best beer festivals in the nation. This year, the event is on schedule and, like last year, it will take place in the Fall. Thursday, November 3 kicks off the entertainment with multiple events, followed by the Launch Party on Friday, November 4 and the main event on Saturday, November 5.
New Location
Founded by the Rotary Club of Katy, Wild West Brewfest has grown and evolved. Early attendees might recall that the festival was originally held in Katy’s Villagio Town Center. The popularity of the festival convinced organizers to relocate to the grounds of the Katy Mills Mall. The large parking lot at the mall and overall abundance of space made parking easier and made it possible to set up large tents, stages for live music, etc.
This year, Wild West Brewfest is again expanding and improving and will take place at a new venue, Typhoon Texas. This Katy waterpark is right next to the Katy Mills Mall and that means it is still within easy walking distance of hotels. There won’t be any water activities going on during the festival, but there will be plenty of beer on tap! And with the added space, there will be even more room for musical stages, lounges, etc.
It’s More than a Beer Festival
What makes Wild West Brewfest such a unique festival? Well, the 500+ beers on tap are certainly a factor, but there is something much greater. This festival is focused on charity, and it is one of the very few festivals in the nation that donates ALL of its proceeds to area non- profit organizations. You read that correctly. No one profits from Wild West Brewfest. There are no management fees paid, no rental payments, no royalties. Everyone who is working the festival is there on a volunteer basis. Every penny received is handed over to area charities.
And who are some of these charities? There are more than 35 recipients of funds from the festival. Beneficiaries include such notable non- profits as Katy ISD FFA, Katy ISD Fine Arts, Christ Clinic of Katy, the Ballard House, Katy Christian Ministries, MADD, Special Olympics Texas, and many others. Over the years, Wild West Brewfest has donated almost $1 million to these charities and others like them.
Get Your Tickets
Wild West Brewfest has been named the top beer festival in the United States by Beer Yeti. The critical praise the festival receives is well- earned. Not only is it 100 percent charitable in nature, Wild West Brewfest is great for entertainment. Guests can roam the grounds, sample among hundreds of beers, take part in auctions, listen to live music, sample delicious food, and meet new people in the process.
Now in its 11th year, Wild West Brewfest continues to improve. Last year’s festival resulted in $135k in donations to charity and this year promises to be even bigger and better. Order your tickets today and do your part to help improve the area community while enjoying delicious beer and entertainment in this west Houston suburb.
To learn more, purchase tickets, or join the volunteer effort, visit www.wildwestbrewfest.com
This is such an amazing festival! I love that it’s all done for local charities. This is what it looks like when people come together to do good in the world.
We live on the opposite side of Houston, so this isn’t too far! My husband and his parents would love going to the festival and I love that it helps their school districts since I work for HumbleISD and know how much the schools can use the funds.
Looking forward to this. Can’t wait to grab my tickets.
Aaahhhh…it’s my first time hearing of this beer festival. I’m sure my older brothers would literally kill somebody to be here. Thanks for sharing about it.
Wow! This looks like an amazing festival. Lots of things to offer. Definitely like heaven on earth to most people! Loved it!
This is so cool even though I’m not a big fan of beers but festivals are fun. It would be a new experience to go to beer festivals.
Never been to a beer festival before, but this looks so fun! Wish I could go there someday 🙂
Oh this sounds so fun! I would love to go!
This looks like a fun filled, awesome event with a cause! good luck and have fun!
Oh, I just been in Houston. If I would known of West Houston suburb of Katy and this Brewfest… OK, next time!