put your brand behind kentucky beer.
Thank you to the incredible partners who made the 2026 Kentucky Craft Bash a massive success. As the largest annual fundraiser for the Kentucky Guild of Brewers, this event wouldn't happen without the support of businesses that believe in local beer. We are already looking ahead to 2027—put your brand in front of Kentucky's most dedicated craft beer crowd next summer.
Why sponsor?
Connect with an engaged festival audience while showing your support for Kentucky’s independent breweries.
sponsor tiers
Explore partnership options built for different goals, from community visibility to major festival presence.
Become a Sponsor
Ready to get involved? Tell us about your business, and we’ll help you find the right fit.
Why sponsor Craft Bash?
Craft Bash gives sponsors a meaningful presence before, during, and after the festival through digital promotion, on-site visibility, and direct connection with Kentucky’s craft beer crowd.
engaged festival audience
Reach craft beer fans, food lovers, local advocates, and experience-driven consumers who are actively looking for what’s new, local, and worth sharing.
Statewide Brewery Community
Align your brand with breweries from across the Commonwealth and the Kentucky Guild of Brewers’ mission to support independent beer.
On-Site Brand Visibility
Show up where people are already gathered, tasting, taking photos, meeting brewers, and enjoying the festival experience.
Digital
Promotion
Gain visibility through Craft Bash marketing channels, including website placement, social media, email promotion, and sponsor recognition.
Sponsorship supports more than one event.
Craft Bash is hosted by the Kentucky Guild of Brewers, the nonprofit organization that supports, connects, and advocates for independent breweries across the Commonwealth. Your sponsorship helps fund the Guild’s work while making the festival experience possible for brewers and attendees alike.
Support Kentucky beer at every level.
Craft Bash offers sponsorship opportunities for businesses of all sizes, from approachable festival placements to high-visibility title sponsorship. Opportunities start at $500, with custom conversations available for larger partnerships.
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Request 2027 Sponsorship Info
Tell us a little about your business and the sponsorship level you’re interested in. A member of the Craft Bash team will follow up with details, availability, and next steps.
Raising a Glass to
Our 2026 Sponsors
Lager Than Life Sponsor
Hoptimum Supporters
Ale-Star Sponsors
DIY Sponsors
brews crew sponsors
