It is hard to imagine, but for the first time in America’s history we have finally rebuilt and exceeded the number of breweries in the United States since before Prohibition.
According to the Brewers Association, America had at the height of our pre-Prohibition years 4,131 breweries in 1873. After crumbling the industry via Prohibition, we had rebuilt it to 110 breweries in 1985 -- and since this date have climbed to a eye-popping 4,269 in 2015.
The reason why our numbers went from zero to where we are today is a direct result of the repealing of the 18th Amendment in 1933.
Grand Rapidians are benefiting from the advancement of so many new breweries, meaderies, and distilleries because of the repeal of the 18th Amendment, so why not go out and celebrate this day on Monday, Dec. 5?
This Repeal Day party is being spearheaded by Long Road Distillers, The Grand Rapids Bartending Guild - USBG, The Peoples Cider Co., and the Creston Brewery, in partnership with Local First West Michigan and SideCar Studios!
In addition to great special cocktails, beers, and delicious hard ciders, you will have a chance to dine on the westside’s Two Scotts Barbecue, which will be serving from their food truck at this event.
And what would a celebration be without music? For your enjoyment Repeal Day welcomes to the stage Jesse Ray and the Carolina Catfish and The Bootstrap Boys to keep the spirit light and the pours strong.
It is best to secure
tickets in advance to ensure entry. And it should go without saying, but the Repeal Day Party is obviously a 21 or older event.
Admission: $10 in advance - $12 at the door (if available)