The 2026 Columbus Brew Festival was held March 7, 2026. Next year's dates haven't been announced yet — !
Burp Fest is bringing its legendary burping contest to Columbus Brew Festival in Columbus! Think you've got what it takes? Step up and prove it.
Bring the thunder! Our decibel meter doesn't lie. Let out your most earth-shaking belch and see if you can claim the crown.
It's not about power — it's about endurance. How long can you keep it going? The clock is ticking.
Take home the Burp Fest trophy and eternal bragging rights.
Your legendary performance featured across all Burp Fest socials.
Exclusive festival merchandise only winners receive.
How to enter: Show up at the Burp Fest booth at Columbus Brew Festival and sign up on the spot. Or get notified in advance so you're ready to go!
The Columbus Brew Festival transforms COSI — Columbus's beloved Center of Science and Industry — into an after-hours craft beer destination. The 2026 edition takes place Saturday, March 7, featuring over 50 breweries and 150+ beers, plus full access to COSI's museum exhibits throughout the evening. It's a unique fusion of beer tasting and science museum exploration that sets it apart from traditional beer festivals.
General Admission ($55) runs from 8 PM to 11 PM. Early Admission ($70) starts at 7 PM and includes specialty beers poured exclusively during the first hour. VIP Admission ($95) adds a $30 food voucher for the museum cafe and a commemorative 2026 glass. Designated Driver tickets are $30 with limited availability. Tickets are not sold at the door — advance purchase is required. Parking is $10 in the garage.
The festival is a 21+ only event. All attendees enjoy unlimited samples from participating breweries while wandering through COSI's interactive exhibits, making it one of the most distinctive beer festival experiences in the Midwest.
The Columbus Brew Festival launched in 2022 as a collaboration between Drink Eat Play, a Los Angeles-based event production company, and COSI. The concept was to combine two beloved experiences — craft beer tasting and museum exploration — into one unforgettable evening. COSI, one of the top science museums in the country, provided an extraordinary backdrop with its interactive exhibits, planetarium, and spacious galleries.
The festival found immediate success, tapping into Columbus's thriving craft beer scene and the city's appetite for creative event experiences. Each year has seen growth, with the brewery roster expanding and the addition of tiered ticket options including VIP packages. The 2026 edition marks the festival's fifth year, firmly establishing it as a signature event on the Columbus beer calendar.
What makes the Columbus Brew Festival truly special is the setting — where else can you sample a hazy IPA while standing next to a dinosaur skeleton or explore a planetarium show between pours?
Founded
2022
Organizer
Drink Eat Play
Breweries
50+
Beers
150+
Tier
Major Regional
March 7, 2026
Status: confirmed
2025: March 8, 2025
1 day
COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
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Columbus, Ohio
50+ breweries
150+ beers to try
Find our booth at Columbus Brew Festival and compete in the Loudest Burp and Longest Burp championships!
Columbus Brew Festival 2026 takes place March 7, 2026 at COSI (Center of Science and Industry), 333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215.
Columbus Brew Festival is held at COSI (Center of Science and Industry), 333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215.
General admission tickets to Columbus Brew Festival are $55 (8 PM - 11 PM). Check the official website for VIP and other ticket options.
Yes! Burp Fest will be at Columbus Brew Festival with our legendary burping contest. Compete in the Loudest Burp Championship and the Longest Burp Championship for trophies, social media fame, and exclusive merch.
Burp Fest is the world's premier competitive burping organization. We bring our burping contests to beer festivals across America, giving attendees the chance to compete for glory, trophies, and social media fame.
Just show up at the Burp Fest booth at Columbus Brew Festival! You can also sign up on our website to get notified about contest times and details.
We're always looking for new beer festivals to bring the burping contest to. Get in touch!
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