Blue Ash's Brew Ash festival returns to the Great Lawn at Summit Park on Saturday, Oct. 3, for a free afternoon of craft beverages, live music and artisan shopping.

The event, now in its fifth year, runs from 2 to 8 p.m. and is presented by the City of Blue Ash Recreation. Admission is free. All ages are welcome.

Higher Gravity Bar & Bottle Shop is partnering with the festival to pour more than 25 regional craft beverages, according to the Summit Park event page. The lineup includes craft beers, hard cider, hard seltzer, wine, a Delta 9 THC seltzer and a non-alcoholic option. Drinks range from $5 to $10.

All alcohol-sale profits go to the Blue Ash Sister City Foundation. Tips benefit the Sycamore Lacrosse Association and Sycamore Athletic Boosters.

The Fall Market, organized by The OFF Market, brings more than 30 artisan vendors selling locally made goods. The OFF Market said on its event page that it is partnering with Brew Ash for the fifth consecutive year.

A Beer 5K, hosted by Higher Gravity and Fleet Feet, kicks off at 2 p.m. with check-in and registration opening at 1 p.m. Each ticket includes three beers or seltzers. Spots are limited. Registration is available through Higher Gravity's website.

Two live acts fill the evening. Matt Waters & the Recipe play from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., followed by Dat Band from 6 to 8 p.m.

Family activities and lawn games round out the day. Organizers encourage attendees to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The City of Blue Ash promoted the event on X on Tuesday, Sept. 22, highlighting the craft beverages, live music, food vendors and Fall Market.

Featured breweries on the beverage list include Fretboard, Third Eye, Fifty West, MadTree, Columbus Brewing, 3 Floyds, Urban Artifact, Jackie O's and Hoppin' Frog, along with Crafted Meadery and Subterra wine.

What to know

  • When: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2 to 8 p.m. (Beer 5K check-in at 1 p.m.)
  • Where: Great Lawn, Summit Park, Blue Ash
  • Cost: Free admission; drinks $5 to $10; Beer 5K ticket required for the run
  • Music: Matt Waters & the Recipe, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Dat Band, 6 to 8 p.m.

Coming up in the community

  • Thursday, Oct. 1: Blue Ash police host a free safety tips session for seniors.
  • Thursday, Oct. 29: Former MLB player Drew Robinson speaks on mental health in Montgomery.