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Pueblo Vida Brewing Co. is throwing a six-day party for its anniversary

Pueblo Vida Brewing Co. is throwing a six-day party for its anniversary

Nov 8, 20224 min read

Eight years is a big deal. For instance, it sometimes takes that long for date palms to bear fruit and up to eight years go by until a pine tree is big enough to be chopped down, tied to the roof of a vehicle, and put on display in someone’s living room during holidays.

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

So, it’s a big deal when a local brewery hits a milestone in that span of time. Here in Tucson, Pueblo Vida Brewing Company is celebrating its eight-year anniversary with six days of fun from Tuesday, November 8 – Sunday, November 13.

“We have lots of new beers, new merch, and a fun list of events,” Pueblo Vida Brewing shared on Facebook. “We are so excited to celebrate with you all.”

Keep scrolling because there’s a little something for everyone over the next few days, and each event will be happening at the downtown brewery located at 115 E. Broadway Blvd.

8th Anniversary Kick-off Event

Tuesday, November 8 from Noon – 8 p.m.

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

Pueblo Vida will be releasing new merchandise, hosting its weekly “infusion station,” and unveiling six different cans, including:

  • 8 – Anniversary Double IPA with El Dorado, Strata, and Galaxy Hops
  • Oaxacan Sour – Kettle Sour inspired by a mezcal cocktail we had in Oaxaca Mexico
  • Vida Bunch – collaborative Pueblo Vida Staff Hazy IPA featuring some of our favorite hops: Citra, Strata, and the Bruce Blend
  • La Valencia – Cocktail-Inspired IPA with Valencia Oranges and Peaches
  • Clara Vida Super Light – Premium Southwest Lager gets a super light twist
  • Cereus – signature IPA in a tall boy (19.2oz) can

Ninja Turtle Pizza Party & Mario Kart Tournament 

Wednesday, November 9 at 6 p.m.

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

This day is like an 8-year-old’s dream birthday party packed with video games and specials Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle-themed pizzas made by Penelope Wood Fired Pizza.

There’s a Mario Kart tournament happening and it’s $5 per person, which includes one beer, and is a single-elimination, head-to-head bracket. You’ll want to sign up ahead of time to secure your spot.

‘The Office’ Trivia Night & Limited Beer Release 

Thursday, November 10

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

Pueblo Vida has set aside a limited amount of De La Tierra from their seven-year anniversary and cellared it at the perfect temperature for a full year. Don’t worry because the crew checked in with it every few months to make sure it was doing okay. The De La Tierra is a collaborative Imperial Stout with Presta Coffee cold brew that was aged in Whiskey del Bac barrels and cellared for a year.

At 6 p.m., you’ll want to sign in at the taproom for “The Office” trivia because it kicks off promptly at 6:30 p.m. They’ll be giving away some fun prizes, too, for the winning team.

Anniversary Cake & Toast with Pueblo Vida’s Staff + Fatboy Sandos joins the party

Friday, November 11

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

This day oughta be a lot of fun with Fatboy Sandos serving up the goods from 3 – 8 p.m. and then an anniversary cake and toast with Pueblo Vida Brewing’s great staff at 7 p.m. The toast will be pours of De La Tierra Imperial Stout (or whatever your favorite beer is) and the cake is from 5 Points Market & Restaurant.

Fatboy Sandos returns & an Anniversary Dance Party

Saturday, November 12

Fatboy Sandos food truck (Photo by Mark Whittaker)
Fatboy Sandos food truck (Photo by Mark Whittaker)

If you missed Fatboy Sandos on Friday, or they sold out before you arrived, they’ll be at the brewery again from 3 – 8 p.m.

Later in the evening, a full-on dance party is taking over the taproom. Bring your dancing shoes from 9:30 – 11:30 p.m. because the awesome sound of hip-hop music will fill the area. Moonwalks are encouraged.

Pints & Poses Yoga Class + JJ Sweets joins the fun

Sunday, November 13

Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook
Photo courtesy of Pueblo Vida Brewing Company on Facebook

At 10:30 a.m., the Anniversary Pints & Poses yoga class with Shae Delgado begins, which is an hour-long session followed by a beer of your choice. It’s just $10 to join (includes your beer, too). You’ll want to get those tickets ahead of time since space is limited.

After that, JJ Sweets will be in the taproom flipping mini pancakes from noon – 4 p.m.

For more information on all of these events, visit pueblovidabrewing.com.  

Article written by:

Matt Sterner

Matt Sterner

More about Matt

At a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.

He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.

If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.

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