San Diego International Beer Festival Tickets

The San Diego International Beer Festival is a cornerstone of the San Diego County Fair’s Beer Experience, held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Since its emergence around 2007, the festival has grown alongside the region’s vibrant craft beer scene, showcasing a wide range of local and international breweries and a storied beer competition that highlights excellence across many categories.

Located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd in Del Mar, CA, the festival is part of a larger fair experience that blends entertainment, food, and education with tastings that pair perfectly with the county’s active beer culture. When you’re looking to secure your next beer-soaked weekend, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options tied to the San Diego County Fair admission.

We’re your go-to source for reliable access—whether you’re chasing classic styles, bold new brews, or seasonal releases. Think of us as your friend in the business, helping you find the right moments to sip, discover, and celebrate.

San Diego International Beer Festival has a long-standing history of honoring quality in the beer world. The adjacent beer competition, the San Diego International Beer Competition (SDIBC), has awarded medals to both local and international breweries, underscoring the festival’s role in recognizing brewing excellence. In 2019, the SDIBC awarded 54 medals across multiple categories, a testament to the depth and diversity of the festival’s program.

For 2025, the festival was featured as part of the San Diego County Fair’s Beer Experience, including the notable “Brewery of the Day” on June 29, 2025, featuring Prohibition Brewing Company. The Fair ran roughly June 11–July 6, 2025, offering tastings in a fair-side setting aligned with the broader event programming.

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