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National American Beer Day

Celebrate National American Beer Day with a cold one - grab your favorite brew and cheers to the good life!

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October 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEOctober 27

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYAlcohol

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate National American Beer Day on October 27th! Whether you're an ales, lagers, stouts or pilsner fan - this day is all about enjoying the many different styles of beer crafted in the USA. This holiday has been around since 1987 when it was created by St. Louis bartender Charlie Papazian as a way to promote and appreciate craft beer brewed in America. So grab a cold one and let's toast to National American Beer Day!

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TIMELINE

National American Beer Day Timeline

First American Brewery

Dutch colonists open the first American brewery in the New Netherland colony, present-day Lower Manhattan.

Lager Introductions

Lager style beer is introduced in the United States, starting an evolution in American beer styles.

Prohibition Era

The Prohibition Era led to the closure of many breweries, profoundly affecting American beer culture.

End of Prohibition

With the repeal of Prohibition, breweries were able to reopen and beer regained its popularity among the American public.

Creation of National American Beer Day

National American Beer Day was established by St. Louis bartender Charlie Papazian to honor American-made craft beers.

Craft Beer Revolution

The craft beer revolution gains momentum, with the U.S. surpassing 5,000 breweries in 2016 and constantly introducing new styles and brewing techniques.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National American Beer Day

Brew your own beer

Homebrewing is becoming increasingly popular, so why not jump in and get some beer going? Make sure to read up on all the essentials before you start brewing so you know what you're doing.

HOST

Host a beer tasting

Invite some friends over for a beer tasting. Pick out a few different styles of American beers and have everyone try them and discuss their flavor profiles. You can even make it official with scorecards and notes.

VISIT

Visit a brewery

Take a tour of your local brewery or one that's nearby. Not only will you learn about the brewing process, but you'll also be able to sample a variety of beers while you're there.

JOIN

Join a beer club

If you're really into beer, consider joining a beer club. Beer clubs are great because they allow you to sample beers from all over the country, as well as get exclusive access to limited release beers.

Go to a beer festival

Attend a beer festival to sample some rare and unique American beers. Most festivals will have food trucks, live music, and lots of other entertainment to enjoy along with the beer.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National American Beer Day

American Beer promotes community

Whether it's grabbing a pint at a bar or hosting a home brewery night with friends, drinking American beer helps bring people together. There's nothing like bonding over your mutual love of good beer - so raise a glass and enjoy spending quality time with the ones you love!

American Beer is diverse

From light ales to dark stouts, American beer has something for everyone. With over 7,000 breweries in the US, there's an immense variety of styles and flavors to choose from - so you're sure to find something that suits your taste!

American Beer celebrates craftsmanship

Brewing great beer takes skill and patience. By celebrating National American Beer Day, we can recognize and pay homage to the amazing hard work and dedication of our nation's small breweries and local craft brewers who make our favorite brews.