U.P. Fall Beer Festival in Marquette, MI 2025, Midwest

The annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival takes place in beautiful Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette, Michigan. Overlooking scenic Lake Superior, this picturesque location is perfect for an early fall outdoor gathering, offering plenty of food and unique beers.

Events at the BeerFest

This year, 87 breweries will come together, offering 513 beers to taste! Enjoy local favorites from the U.P. and Michigan breweries like Bell's, Beards, Founders, Shorts, and many others. Indulge in a variety of tasty snacks from local restaurants and enjoy live music and entertainment throughout the festival.

Tickets & Hours

Ticket prices are $55 per person in advance, with additional service fees. If tickets are still available on the day of the event, they will be $65 each. Your ticket includes admission to the festival and 15 tokens for beer samples. Designated Driver tickets will be available at the event for $20.General admission for the 15th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival is from 1 pm to 6 pm. Gates open at noon for a VIP hour exclusively for Enthusiast Members. The members can enjoy early admission to the festival. Pets, children, and adults under 21 are not permitted at the festival. Visitors are allowed to bring food or non-alcoholic beverages with them in non-glass containers.

Marquette: What to See

Mattson Lower Harbor Park is a spacious grassy area just north of the docks in Marquette's Lower Harbor. The 22-acre (9-hectare) park is perfect for walks. It also has a shoreline bike trail and an illuminated walkway along the waterfront.