June Brewfest planning in the works

Main Street Thermopolis is holding its annual Brewfest event on Saturday, June 5 from 4-8 p.m. between 4th and 5th street on Broadway downtown. It is their main fundraiser where the entire community and families can participate. 

Adults 21 years and older can purchase a tasting mug for $25 and try out beer from six or more craft breweries from around the state. There will be a variety of food trucks, vendors with arts and crafts and local musicians, such as Eric Kay, Keith OBrien and Harold Hutson. The music will be headlined by a band from Billings called Arterial Drive. They previously performed in 2019’s Brewfest and have an “eclectic but popular style.” 

Families with kids and adults can draw or paint on a standing mural.

Main Street Thermopolis Treasurer Ray Shaffer will also give historic tours of the area. T-shirts are available for sale, too.

For those trying their skills, cornhole tournaments will occur. There will be “awesome prizes” for winners.

Last year’s Brewfest was canceled due to the Covid situation. Main Street Thermopolis is an organization that is making the downtown area improved and sustainable with good economic development along with historic preservation. They are an affiliate community with the Wyoming Main Street Program and all members are volunteers. There is strong sponsorship support from local businesses and vendors pay a nominal fee.

ID’s will be checked for all alcohol purchases and they will offer free courtesy rides as needed. The Thermopolis Police Department will also be present to ensure everyone’s safety.

If anyone has questions about the event, contact them at mainstreetthermopolis@gmail.com.