Event Schedule & Location

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• Where: The Carrie Furnace (Central Courtyard & Powerhouse)

  • Address: 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin, PA 15218

  • Note: This is an indoor/outdoor event.

• When: Saturday, June 13, 2026

  • 1:30 PM: Furnace Tour Ticket Entry

  • 2:30 PM: Early Admission Session Entry

  • 4:00 PM: General Admission Session Entry

  • 7:00 PM: Event Concludes

 

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 Tickets & Entry

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• Strictly 21+: You must be 21 or older to enter. No children, babies, or pets are permitted. IDs and tickets will be checked and scanned at the door.

• Ticket Upgrades: General Admission tickets can be upgraded to Early Admission at the gate for $10 (Cash Only).

• Express Entry: * No-Bag Line: Fast-track entry for attendees without bags.

  • Bag Line: For attendees carrying bags (all bags will be searched).

• No Re-entry: Once you exit the festival grounds, re-entry is not permitted.

 

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 Parking & Transportation

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On-Site Parking

• Cost: $20 per car on event day (Cash Only). Please have cash ready to speed up entry.

• Prepaid Parking: Please print your parking ticket and have it ready to be scanned upon arrival.

• Designated Drivers: DD ticket holders park for FREE. Please show your DD ticket to the parking attendants.

• Overnight Parking: You may leave your car overnight if needed. Vehicles must be picked up between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM (Noon) the following day. Please don't drink and drive!

Free Shuttle Service (To/From The Waterfront)

• Location: Picks up and drops off at the parking lot next to the Holiday Inn (658 E Waterfront Dr, Munhall, PA 15120).

• Hours: Runs continuously from 1:00 PM to 7:30 PM (approximately every 20 minutes).

• Tip: Parking is free at The Waterfront, so feel free to park there and hop on the shuttle! Lines may be long at the end of the night, but we have 3 buses running to move everyone as quickly as possible.

 

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 Safety, Bags, & Weather Policies

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• Bag Policy & Security: To provide a safer environment and speed up entry, the festival has implemented a strict bag policy. All bags will be searched, and security personnel will conduct wanding upon entry. Only the following bags are permitted:

  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”.

  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar).

  • Small clutch bags or small purses, approximately the size of a hand (4.5” x 6.5”), with or without a handle or strap (can be carried alongside one of the clear plastic bag options).

  • Medical Exception: An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a designated gate.

• Footwear: The terrain at Carrie Furnace is rocky and uneven. We strongly recommend wearing proper outdoor footwear (avoid heels, sandals, or open-toed shoes).

• Weather: This event is Rain or Shine. Roughly half of the festival takes place inside the historic Powerhouse (covered by a roof), which will serve as our shelter-in-place location during severe weather.

• Water Policy: Attendees may bring one (1) unopened bottle of water per person. Free water stations are available inside, and bottled water will be available for purchase at the merch stand and food trucks. Full reusable water bottles and Camelbaks are not permitted.

• Prohibited Items: Weapons, knives, explosives, replica/toy weapons, selfie sticks, illegal drugs, outside alcohol, glass bottles, and unauthorized drones. Prohibited bags/gear include, but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags, camera bags, or any bag larger than the permissible size. Folding and camp chairs are also strictly prohibited. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

 

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 Code of Conduct & Party Rules

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Beers of the Burgh is committed to providing a welcoming, safe, and fun environment. We enforce a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, or mistreatment of any kind.

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Please Do:

• Be kind, look out for one another, and respect staff, vendors, and guests.

• Follow instructions from event staff and emergency responders.

Please Don't:

• Be unruly, disruptive, or use exclusionary language/jokes.

• Bring outside alcohol.

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Participants violating these rules will be asked to leave immediately without a refund.

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 Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: I bought a Designated Driver ticket—what time can I enter? A: Designated Drivers can enter alongside their group at either the Early Admission (2:30 PM) or General Admission (4:00 PM) entry times.

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Q: Is food included in the ticket price? A: No, but a variety of local food trucks will be on-site with food available for purchase.

Q: Can I view the drink list in advance? A: Yes! Check out the full lineup at www.pghbeer.com.