THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR 2017 MELROSE BEER + BITES EVENT!
Until we post information about our 2018 event, anyone with questions about the event can direct them to info@melrosebeerandbites.com. An event manager will respond to emails as soon as possible.
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Event Details & Logistics:​​

​What do I get for my BEER + BITES ticket?

• Your BEER + BITES ticket entitles you to unlimited 2-ounce pours from participating local breweries and some complimentary appetizer “bites.” Additional food items will also be available for purchase. Guests will also receive a sampling glass and event guide to take home with them.  

 
How many breweries and restaurants are participating?

• Check out our VENDORS page for the list of participating breweries, food establishments and retail partners.

 
How many different beverages will each brewery feature?

• Breweries will decide the amount and type of brews they will feature, so this will differ from brewery to brewery.

Will you post in advance of the event the specific brews that each brewery will offer?

• Since breweries make this decision very close to the event, we don't plan to post a list of brews that they will pour.

What is the size of the pours for sampling?

• ​Pours are two (2) ounces, as dictated by Massachusetts State Law. Please sample responsibly, and be advised that some of the brews may contain allergens so always ask before you drink.  

    
Is there a chance that breweries will run out of the beverages they are sampling?

• Yes, this is possible based on event attendance and the popularity of certain breweries. So be sure to sample early any favorites or new brews you’re excited to try!

 
Can I buy additional beer at this event?

• No. This is a tasting event so we will only offer 2-ounce samples of the beverages our participating brewers offer.

Will you offer any gluten-free items?

• Cider is a wonderful gluten-free option, and we will have at least two cider companies sampling at each tasting session. We are happy to answer any additional questions at info@melrosebeerandbites.com.

Is Memorial Hall handicap accessible?

• ​Yes, and we are happy to provide assistance to anyone in need.

Am I able to bring food into Memorial Hall?

• No. We will be offering complimentary and for-sale appetizer "bites" from local food establishments.

​Are there age limits or ID requirements for this event?

• Yes, you must be at least 21 years of age with a valid photo ID. Please have your photo ID ready when you enter the event so we can be as efficient as possible getting everyone inside.

Are infants or young children permitted at the event?

• ​This is a 21+ event, so it wouldn't be appropriate to bring young children.

Once inside the event, can I leave and come back?

• ​Yes. If you wish to leave and return, we will need to be sure your hand is stamped as proof that you were inside the event.

​Is there parking at or nearby this event?

• ​Yes. Please visit the DIRECTIONS page of this site for parking guidance.

​How will the line-up and entrance to the event work?

• ​Guests should line up at the side entrance of Memorial Hall. BEER + BITES staff will be responsible for line management and getting guests into the event in the most efficient manner possible. Please have your valid photo ID and ticket ready to help expedite this process. And if a guest is unable to stand in line for a period of time, he or she should let security or a staff member know so we can accommodate any unique needs.

Is this a fundraiser? If so, what does it benefit?

• ​Yes, this is a fundraiser that primarily benefits Melrose Highlands Congregational Church and the programs and outreach it supports, including mission trips, feeding ministries for A Servants Heart Food Pantry and Bread of Life, youth service opportunities such as Common Cathedral and City Reach, and support for area families through initiatives such as the organization's Giving Tree, Birthday Wishes program for homeless children and MLK Jr. Day of Service and City Mission Society's Christmas Shop. A portion of event proceeds will also go to the Bread of Life (Malden, Mass.) and its Building Fund. In 2016, Bread of Life provided more than one million free meals to hungry, homeless and isolated people.

Ticketing:

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What is the ticket price? Are there any additional fees?

• Tickets are $40, plus $2.99 in service and payment processing fees for Eventbrite purchase. All tickets include a $1 donation to the Memorial Hall Restoration Fund. If the event does not sell out by March 31, tickets will also be available at the door.

 
Do I need to bring my paper ticket to the event?

• Please do, or have your ticket available on your mobile phone. After you purchase your ticket online, Eventbrite will send you a confirmation email that enables you to print a paper ticket to bring with you to the event. Please also bring a valid ID – proof of age will be required to gain admittance.

 
Will you sell tickets at the door?

• We will sell tickets at the door for the afternoon session until they run out. The evening session is on a wait list. 

I purchased an early bird ticket that didn't assign me to a specific tasting session. What do I do now?

• ​The Melrose BEER + BITES team reached out to early bird ticket holders via email to ask them to choose a specific tasting session to attend. If for some reason we missed connecting with any early bird ticket holders, they should contact event organizers at info@melrosebeerandbites.com to let us know the tasting session they will attend. It is important that all tickets are assigned to a specific tasting session so that we do not exceed event capacity. 

Can I get a refund or transfer my ticket to another person if I can't attend?

• ​Please contact us at info@melrosebeerandbites.com if you have an issue with the ticket(s) you purchased. You should know that you ARE able to update the personal information associated with your Eventbrite ticket (to change to another name, etc.). The person who uses the ticket on the day of the event must be of legal age with a valid photo ID.

Can I change my mind about the tasting session I'd like to attend?

• It is important that guests attend the tasting session that they chose when they purchased their event tickets. If anyone wishes to change the session they will attend, they MUST contact event organizers at info@melrosebeerandbites.com to discuss this request.

If a tasting session sells out, will you offer a wait list?

• We will have a wait list for anyone who hopes to attend the sold-out evening tasting session, although we can't promise that tickets will become available. We can, however, help switch purchased evening tickets to the afternoon session if groups of friends were unable to buy tickets together due to the early sell-out of the evening session. Contact event organizers at info@melrosebeerandbites.com for help with either of these.  

PLEASE NOTE: It is our goal to provide a safe and enjoyable time for all guests. Any guest who is intoxicated prior to the tasting event will be denied entry without refund. Any guest who becomes intoxicated and causes problems during the tasting event may be asked to leave or escorted from the event without refund. Any guest who witnesses inappropriate behavior should report the concern to security or BEER + BITES staff.