An Elevated Beer Experience
Friday, February 14th
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with the latest and greatest brews coming out of the Fort Collins and Northern Colorado beer scene with the Colorado Brewers’ Festival Presents: The Summit!
For one night only, enjoy limited-release and specialty beers including barrel-aged creations and winter seasonals made right here in Fort Collins. Compare notes with fellow beer connoisseurs while you meet and mingle with head brewers and brewery reps during this intimate, limited-ticket tasting affair.
Event Details
When: February 14th, 2020 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Block One on Linden Street
Why: For one night only, enjoy limited-release and specialty beers including barrel-aged creations and winter seasonals made right here in Fort Collins. Compare notes with fellow beer connoisseurs while you meet and mingle with head brewers and brewery reps during this intimate, limited-ticket tasting affair.
2020 Participating Breweries
The Summit Complimentary Food Offerings
Ginger and Baker Pie Bites
Famous Mini Pie Bites with flavors including Passionfruit Meringue, Caramel Chocolate, and Cranberry Orange (GF/Vegan)
The Welsh Rabbit Cheese Shop
An elaborate spread of Welsh Rabbit artisan-crafted cheeses, charcuteries, crackers, and other tasty things from France and Italy
Illegal Pete’s
Everything pairs well with guacamole! Dive into a full spread of queso, guac, house fresh salsas, homemade chips, and all the fixings you need!
Walrus Ice Cream Beer Floats
Enjoy 5 ice cream flavors and 1 sorbet flavor uniquely paired with The Summit’s Beer Menu for individual scoops and beer floats. Enjoy sour beers paired with Sherbet, stouts paired with chocolate flavors, and IPAs paired with cappuccino!
Stuft Burger Bar Mini Burger Bar
Gourmet Mini Burger Bar with onion strings, applewood bacon, assorted cheeses and veggies, and housemade kettle chips
Tickets On Sale Now!
• Enjoy an evening of unlimited pours, specialty beer and barrel-aged creations served by the brewers themselves.
• Commemorative Tasting Glass
• Complimentary light appetizers
Downtown Fort Collins Annual Sponsors
2020 The Summit FAQs
What is The Summit?
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with the latest and greatest brews coming out of the Fort Collins and Northern Colorado beer scene with the Colorado Brewers’ Festival Presents: The Summit!
For one night only, enjoy limited-release and specialty beers including barrel-aged creations and winter seasonals made right here in Fort Collins and the surrounding area. Compare notes with fellow beer connoisseurs while you meet and mingle with head brewers and brewery reps during this intimate, limited-ticket tasting affair.
When is The Summit ?
The Summit is on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14th, from 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
Where is the event?
Block One Events is located at 428 Linden Street in Downtown Fort Collins. This unique location is nestled along the banks of the Poudre River, just two blocks from Old Town Square.
How much does it cost?
Tickets are $65 each and include unlimited tastings of rare and small-batch suds, crafted by Fort Collins area breweries. Purchase includes complimentary light appetizers.
Where does the money go? Is this a fundraiser?
Answer: Yes! This event is proudly produced by the Downtown Fort Collins Business Association (DBA), a non-profit corporation with a mission to advance the vitality, prosperity, and vibrancy of Downtown Fort Collins. The DBA produces over 75 days of activation per year, including Bohemian Nights at NewWestFest, Colorado Brewers’ Festival, Great Plates of Downtown and more free family-friendly programming.
When do tickets go on sale?
Ticket sales are live now! Purchase tickets HERE.
Why purchase The Summit tickets (right now!)?
Don’t miss your chance to sample the latest and greatest brews coming out of the Fort Collins and Northern Colorado beer scene. Meet and mingle with brewers, compare notes with fellow beer evangelists, and get your fill of Fort Collins craft beer culture.
This exclusive event WILL sell out! A very limited number of tickets are available for sale and once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Can I get a refund for my ticket?
Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final and the event is rain, snow or shine. We do not offer refunds due to scheduling conflicts, illness or other personal issues.
What is the appropriate ID to have at entry?
Be prepared to show proper identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:
- Any State, Canadian, Mexican, US Territory or Foreign Driver’s License
- Military ID
- Passport or US Passport Card
- State-Issued ID Card
- Alien Registration Card
- Valid Employment Card w/ Photo and DOB issued by the Department of Homeland Security
Note that the identification cannot be expired at the time of The Summit event. Please call or email info@downtownfortcollins.com in advance of the event if you have questions.
Are children allowed?
Book your babysitter now as The Summit is strictly a 21+ event.
Where can I find parking?
There is limited on-street parking available in front of the venue on Linden Street and on Willow Street, located a half block south. There are also three City-owned parking garages located within a 5-10 minute walk of the venue: Old Firehouse Alley Parking Structure (Jefferson/Chestnut), Old Town Parking Structure (Mountain/Remington), and Civic Center Parking Structure (Mason/Laporte). For more information on parking options, click HERE.
Please Drink Responsibly
The Summit is focused on providing an intimate tasting experience for guests to sample premium beers. All guests are expected to sample responsibly and ensure they have a safe means of transportation to and from the event.
Any guest who is visibly intoxicated or disruptive before entering the event, as determined by event security, will be denied entry. Any guests found to be overly intoxicated during the event or causing a disturbance, as determined by event security, will be asked to leave the facility without a refund.
Is there food onsite?
Complimentary light appetizers will be provided by a variety of local businesses.
Is the event ADA accessible?
Yes. Please contact the Downtown Business Association with any questions, as we look forward to hosting you!
How can I volunteer for the event?
Thank you for your interest in volunteering! For available opportunities, click HERE.
Who produces The Summit ?
The Summit is proudly produced by, and serves as a fundraiser for the Downtown Fort Collins Business Association, a 501(c)(6) non-profit. The DBA’s mission is to “advance the vitality and prosperity of Downtown, the heart of Fort Collins.”
Who are this year’s sponsors?
The DBA would like to thank its Annual Sponsors: Eye Center of Northern Colorado, First National Bank, Odell Brewing Co., High Country Beverage/Coors Light, Dellenbach Motors, Colorado State University, and Xfinity for their ongoing support of Downtown Fort Collins
How can my company get involved as a partner?
Sponsorship opportunities are available! To learn more, click HERE. Have questions, please email info@downtownfortcollins.com and a member of our sponsorship team will be in touch.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Please call or email the Downtown Fort Collins Business Association for assistance: 970-484-6500; info@downtownfortcollins.com.