More than one trip may be in store to honor the downtown brewery’s anniversary.
To celebrate another year, Pueblo Vida Brewing Company’s seventh-anniversary party is happening from Tuesday, November 9 – Sunday, November 14.
The multi-day event is sure to bring together the local beer-loving community with new merchandise, DIY crafts, a bike ride, a cornhole tournament, and more. Oh, and there’s going to be beer, too — lots of it, as a matter of fact. This year, they’re having Guided Tastings with the brewers of Pueblo Vida and other big names from local businesses.
Take a gander at the upcoming events so you don’t miss ’em.
Pueblo Vida Brewing’s Anniversary Schedule
Tuesday, November 9
Pueblo Vida is hosting a “Guided Tasting with Craft Beverage Makers” at 6 p.m. This includes an exclusive preview of their select anniversary beers while discussing how they made them with fellow local craft producers. Tickets start at $50 per person.
Who you’ll be hanging out with:
- Linette Antillon, co-owner of Pueblo Vida Brewing
- Kyle Jefferson, co-owner of Pueblo Vida Brewing
- Landon Swanson, brewer of Pueblo Vida Brewing
- Curtis Zimmerman, owner of Presta Coffee Roasters
- Manish Shah, owner of Maya Tea Co/Transit Tea
- Dustin Cox, Distiller of Whiskey del Bac
Guided Tasting and Discussion of:
- 7 Anniversary Double IPA
- De La Tierra Imperial Stout collab with Presta and Whiskey del Bac
- Kaleidoscope Kettle Sour collab with Transit Tea
- Anniversary Glassware
- Mixed four-pack of select anniversary beers to take home
- Early access to all anniversary cans and merchandise
The taproom will not be open to the public on this day. Tickets can be found at pueblovidabrewing.com and come in packs of four, five, or six.
Wednesday, November 10
Pueblo Vida will be releasing the following can releases:
- 7 – Double IPA with Centennial, Chinook, Columbus, & Cascade Hops
- De La Tierra – collaborative Imperial Stout with Presta Coffee cold brew that was aged in Whiskey del Bac barrels
- Kaleidoscope – collaborative Kettle Sour with Transit Tea Hibiscus, Watermelon, and Toasted Marshmallow tea blend
- Senita – collaborative Double IPA with Mumford Brewing
- Mumoza – Triple IPA with citrus
- Nirvanarama – IPA with New Zealand Bruce & Betty hop blends, named after the founders of Freestyle Farms
- Cereus – the signature IPA with Double the hops and in a 16oz can
Infusion Station
Every week, the brewery crafts a different infusion and it’s always a beer they’ve got on tap with something extra, like fruit, tea, or a wild ingredient. For the seventh anniversary, they’re bringing bring back some of their favorites to kick off the festivities in the taproom.
The infusions include the Mangoyada Cereus Double-Dry-Hopped IPA and a Dole Whip 7 Double IPA.
Sip & Sew with Qmulative
Qmulative will be sewing exclusive Pueblo Vida pocket t-shirts with a few of the brewery’s new can designs.
Thursday, November 11
Beer Garden Kick-off at 3 p.m.
From Thursday – Sunday, they’ll be hosting an extended beer garden across from the taproom. So, stop by to enjoy some of the special anniversary beers, local food trucks, games, music, and more.
Ted Lasso Trivia Night at 7 p.m.
“Are you an expert in all things Ted Lasso? Do you BELIEVE?! If so, this trivia night is for you! It’s the first-ever trivia night in the Pueblo Vida taproom. Grab your TV-binging besties and join in for a chance to win some fun prizes.”
Friday, November 12
Seventh Anniversary Toast with Pueblo Vida Staff at 7 p.m.
Join the staff in the taproom for a toast to seven years of friendship, community, and collaborations.
They’ll be toasting with special pours of De La Tierra Imperial Stout (or whichever your favorite beer is), and serving treats from 5 Points Market & Restaurant.
Cornhole Tournament at 5:30 p.m.
Get ready for a competition of epic proportions in the beer garden. You’ll need to grab your friend with the best hand-eye coordination, decide on the cleverest team name and then sign up in advance for your chance to claim bragging rights and sweet swag.
The tournament will be single elimination and each team needs two players. Tickets are $10 each and that’ll score you two beers as well. Be sure to sign up before your visit.
Saturday, November 13
Morning Bike Ride with Staff at 10 a.m.
Join the Pueblo Vida team on a morning bike ride. The meetup will be on the River Path at the Rillito Park Pavilion. Get there early to enjoy a coffee and doughnuts, courtesy of Presta Coffee.
The ride will end downtown at the Pueblo Vida Beer Garden. You’ll want to sign up in advance and it’s $5 per person, which includes the coffee, doughnuts, and a beer.
90s Beer Garden Party
The Pueblo Vida Beer Garden will be celebrating the 90s all day long with 90s hip-hop music. Show up in your best 90s costume for a chance to win some swag.
Also, Transit Tea will have its delicious popsicles available as well as a few non-alcoholic beverage options. Plus, stop by the Stay Rippie tent to meet the artist behind the Phanny Packs available for purchase.
Sunday, November 14
Anniversary Pints & Poses Yoga Class with NYC Reilly at 10:30 a.m.
It’s an hour-long yoga class followed by a beer of your choice. Also, there’s an anniversary raffle featuring some awesome yoga items/classes at local studios for all of those in attendance.
You’ll want to get your tickets in advance, which are $10 per person.
Tie-Dye Shirt Making at 1 p.m.
Pueblo Vida will be hosting a tie-dye making session and it includes a t-shirt, tie-dye supplies, and assistance with your creation.
Tickets are $25 per person and you can reserve your spot ahead of time.
You can find the full list of events at pueblovidabrewing.com.
Pueblo Vida Brewing Company is located at 115 E. Broadway Blvd. For more information, call (520) 623-7168 or visit Pueblo Vida’s Facebook Event Page.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
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