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Spend an evening exploring the grounds of the Museum, showcasing extended venues with fun for the entire family.
Kick-start your summer at this casual indoor/outdoor, day-to-night beer tasting, food sampling, and star gazing party to benefit the live animals and outdoor education at the Museum!
Make your way from the Observatory to the Trails and Treehouse, with plenty of stops along the way both indoors and out. Enjoy high powered local music acts as you sample nearly three dozen micro and craft beers, paired with fresh-prepared foods, and accompanied by hands-on activities for the entire family.
For the first time, Hops will feature a gluten free beer and food station to accommodate the needs of all guests.
New for 2012 – The Brew Masters Pub! This VIP area, featuring an adult only atmosphere complete with an enhanced selection of craft beer and a gourmet menu, will offer a one-of-a-kind evening for grown ups.
Regular admission is $40/adult, 16+ ($45 day of event); $7/children, ages 3-14. VIP admission is $60/adult, 21+ ($65 day of event).
*Admission is all-inclusive, with five (5) drink tickets. Live responsibly.
Tickets are still available by calling 937-275-7431 ext. 144 or 120, although day-of prices are now in effect.
Do not leave credit card information on voicemail. Please leave your name and numbers and a Museum representative will return your call as soon as possible, until 5:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, June 16.
Tickets are also available on Saturday, June 16 at the Boonshoft Admissions desk, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at day-of pricing. Tickets are also available at the HOPS registration desk beginning at 7:00 p.m., at day-of pricing.
Online sales ended at 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, June15.
Note that no tickets will be mailed; all advance reservations will check in at Will-Call. All sales are final.
See complete list of available beers and the menu for each area below.
No pets or coolers, please. We will be HOPping rain or shine.
Find us on Facebook, and view images from previous year's events.
The Beer & Menu - by Venue
Amphitheater: Message in a Bottle
Harpoon IPA U.F.O. Hefeweizen Harpoon Summer Ale Harpoon Bohemian Pilsner Leviathan Imperial IPA
The Menu – Chef’s Catering featuring David Glynn Saison (beer) Steamed Fresh Mussels with caramelized Onions and Herbes Hearty New England Clam Chowder Crab Louis over Salt and Vinegar chips with lettuce Orzo Pasta and Smoked Trout Salad in Phyllo Cup Apple and Cranberry Pan Doudy
Indoor Beer Garden: From Dusk 'Til Dawn
Leinenkugel Summer Shandy Leinenkugel Sunset Wheat Leinenkugel Red Lager Leinenkugel Original Lager Blue Moon Belgian White Ale Blue Moon Summer Honey Wheat Blue Moon Belgian-Style Pale Ale
The Menu – Chef’s Catering featuring David Glynn Pork and Hummus Crostini Topped with Peach Preserves and BBQ Broccoli Raisin Nut Salad Red Potato, Dill and Artichoke Salad Rahn's Marble Rye Sticks with Cheddar Ale Sauce Individual Chocolate Mousse Cups
Jr. Observatory: Fire
Samuel Adams Summer Ale Magic Hat Elder Betty Brooklyn Summer Ale Goose Island Summertime Shock Top Shandy
The Menu – Kohler Catering Quesadilla Station with Fire Grilled Chicken Breast and Spiced Marinated Skirt Steak Roasted Corn and Black Beans Hot, Hotter and Hottest Salsa Bar with Assorted Chips Cheeses, Tomatoes, Jalapeños and Spicy Topping Selections Guacamole and Chili Con Queso S’mores -- Over the Open Fire
Jr. Observatory: Ice (gluten free station)
New Planet Tread Lightly Ale (gluten free) New Planet Raspberry Ale (gluten free) New Planet Off the Grid (gluten free) Red Bridge (gluten free)
The Menu – Kohler Catering Cool as a Cucumber Quinoa Salad Towering Seasonal Fresh Fruits with Yogurt Dip Chilled Grilled Marinated Vegetable Kabobs Smooth Gazpacho Shooters Sweet Watermelon Coolers
Tree House: Living Local
Mt. Carmel Nut Brown Ale Mt. Carmel Amber Ale Thirsty Dog Old Leg Humper Thirsty Dog Whipet Wheat Thirsty Dog Labrador Lager
The Menu – Chef’s Catering featuring David Glynn Ohio Beef Stick and Summer Sausage with Woebbers Mustards Dayton’s Famous Seven Layer Salad Mixed Field Greens with Local Berries and Soy Nuts and Raspberry Vinaigrette Rahn's Artisan Breads with Butters, Local Jams, and an Ohio Cheese Selection Buckeye Chocolate Peanut Trifle
Outdoor Beer Garden: Glowing in the Garden
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale Sierra Nevada Stout Sierra Nevada Porter Sierra Nevada Kellerweis Sierra Nevada Torpedo Sierra Nevada Summer Fest Great Lakes Dortmunder Gold Great Lakes Eliot Ness Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale Great Lakes Edmund Fitzgerald Porter Great Lakes Commodore Perry IPA Great Lakes Lake Erie Monster Imperial IPA Great Lakes Wright Pils
The Menu – Kohler Catering Grilled Angus Beef and Chicken Breast Sliders Toppings Bar, including Assorted Sliced Cheeses, Sauerkraut, Cole Slaw, Onions, Seaweed Salad, Chutneys, Pesto, Tomatoes, Pickles, Lettuce, and More! Condiment Selection of Creamy Horseradish, Ketchup, Dijon Mustard and Barbecue Sauce Domestic and Imported Cheese Cubes and Hummus Selection with Pita Crisps and Crackers Fresh Crudite with Dips Seasoned Curly Fries Blonde Brownie Bites and Snickerdoodles
The Brewmaster's Pub - VIP, Adult Only Area: Energy & Motion
Rogue Dad’s Little Helper Black IPA Lindemans Framboise Chimay Red Cap Stella Artois Leinenkugel Big Eddy Imperial IPA Pilsner Urquell Newcastle Summer Ale Guinness Black Lager Plus, more than a dozen select brews from other venues, as listed above.
The Menu – Kohler Catering Carving Station of Top Round of Beef and Herb Baked Turkey Breast, including Mini Baguettes and an Array of Condiments Shrimp Cocktail Shooters with Lemon Zest Tri-Colored Tortellini Salad with Roasted Vegetables Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cocktail Gourmet Mini Filled Cupcake Assortment
A Wine Bar and assorted Malt Beverages will be available in the VIP area and the Main Beer Garden.
Assorted soft drinks and bottled water will be available at all stations.
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