Come out for community events celebrating 12th annual Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest
-A message from Firestone Walker Brewery-
– The Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest makes its much-anticipated return to Paso Robles on May 31, bringing together 70 premier craft breweries from around the globe for one of the most acclaimed beer festivals in the world—all benefiting Paso Robles Pioneer Day.
To celebrate, Firestone Walker is launching a full slate of local community events, including a brewery block party, a post-fest brunch, and the release of a special collaboration beer. View all details here.
“Together with our friends at Paso Robles Pioneer Day, we’re proud to host the 12th edition of the Invitational and put on a series of events that celebrate world-class beer and our local community,” said Nick Firestone.
Brewery Block Party | May 30
Join Firestone Walker at the main brewery in Paso Robles for a pre-fest Block Party on Friday, May 30, starting at 1:30 p.m. No tickets or RSVP needed. The event will take over the street between the brewhouse and Taproom restaurant with:
- Outdoor BBQ and games
- Guest taps from visiting breweries
- Brewery tours and special bottle pours
- Merch stations and satellite bars
- Live music by Cloudship (2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Burnout Santa Cruz (4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.), and Pancho and the Wizard (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest | May 31
Since its inaugural event in 2012, the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest has become renowned as one of the world’s most acclaimed beer festivals. This year’s fest will showcase an international cast of 70 leading craft breweries and food from more than 25 local restaurants and purveyors. As always, proceeds from the sold-out 2025 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest will benefit Paso Robles Pioneer Day, a beloved local tradition.
“Brews & Brekky” Taproom Brunch | June 1
Cap off the weekend with “Brews & Brekky” at the Taproom on Sunday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with hearty brunch specials paired with select brews. Standard menu service resumes at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Firestone Wandering Don IPA | Limited Release Collaboration
To mark this year’s fest, Firestone Walker teamed up with Odell Brewing Co. (Fort Collins, CO) to create Wandering Don IPA—a West Coast-style IPA blending classic and modern hops for a bold, aromatic experience. Available in 6-pack cans at Firestone Walker locations and select retailers, and on draft at the brewery and participating accounts—for a limited time only.
Celebrating Community Through Craft
Beyond great beer and good times, the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest serves as a powerful fundraiser for Paso Robles Pioneer Day. “The proceeds are vital to keeping Paso’s history and traditions alive,” said Sarah Kramer, chair of the event’s organizing committee. “Firestone Walker has been an incredible partner in making this festival a reality year after year.”
