Bockfest
WHEN:
February 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
WHERE:
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, to celebrate the 29th annual Bockfest!
This annual event celebrates the beer release of Capital Brewery and Bier Garten’s platinum award-winning Blonde Doppelbock and Maibock, live music, fish toss, 1K Running of the Blondes, and food for sale from local vendors. Click here for all the details on Bockfest and its traditions.
Must be over 21 to participate. Ticket purchase grants admission for one person and can be purchased closer to event date. Must bring a valid ID for ticket purchase and day of entry.
Contact capbrew@capitalbrewery.com with questions, or scroll down for more information on tickets, hotel specials and parking.
Event Photos
Event Details
Tickets
Tickets will be available for purchase in early December 2026.
Parking
Please drink responsibly and have a designated driver. There are multiple free parking options near Capital Brewery, see below for parking:
Free public Parking:
- VA Municipal Lot at 7905 Terrace Avenue (open all weekend, overnight parking acceptable)
- City parking lot at 7701 Terrace Avenue
- City parking lot at 2428 Terrace Avenue (24-hour limit, overnight acceptable)
- NO PARKING on even-numbered side of Terrace Avenue the day of the event.
Hotel Block
Coming in from out of town? Bockfest partners with several Middleton hotels to offer exclusive discounted room rates. Stay tuned for the announcement as the event draws closer.
Upcoming Events
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