{"id":36442,"date":"2025-02-03T09:37:19","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T14:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=36442"},"modified":"2025-02-03T09:37:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-03T14:37:20","slug":"kennett-winterfest-to-feature-60-breweries-2-indie-bands-live-demonstrations-and-new-non-alcoholic-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=36442","title":{"rendered":"Kennett Winterfest to feature 60+ breweries, 2 indie bands, live demonstrations, and new non-alcoholic options"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-20294\" src=\"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/KSQ-WinterFest-Drone_-15.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"233\" \/>Kennett Collaborative announced Kennett Winterfest is just around the corner on February 22. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of more than 60 carefully selected craft breweries plus vendors, food trucks, live music, and more, sponsored by Wilkinson Farms and Wistar Motors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">New This Year: Non-Alcoholic <span class=\"s3\">Options<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">At Winterfest, both Regular Admission and NA ticket-holders may sample non-alcoholic beers from top brands like Athletic Brewing, Guinness, and Sierra Nevada in addition to the signature zero-proof mocktail provided by our designated driver sponsor, Chatham Financial.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">The expanded options makes the NA Ticket the perfect option for those who prefer to skip the alcohol without missing out on the experience.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Craft <span class=\"s3\">Breweries<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Kennett Winterfest will feature an impressive lineup showcasing a diverse range of craft beers, ciders, and meads from Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and beyond. Highlights include local favorites like Braeloch Brewing and Victory Brewing Company in Kennett Square; renowned names like Cape May Brewing (Cape May, NJ) and Big Oyster Brewing (Lewes, DE); and new-to-the-scene breweries like Animated Brewing (Coatesville, PA) and Space Cadet Beer (Philadelphia, PA).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Live Music &amp;<span class=\"s3\"> Entertainment<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The event will feature live music performances by All the Living and the Dead, and It\u2019s About the People bringing an Indie-Pop and American roots soundtrack to the celebration. Band of Media Brewers, a homebrew club will be joining with a live demonstration and information session, so if you want to learn the craft be sure to stop by their tent! Don\u2019t miss the Wintefest<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\">and KSQ merch that will be available. There will also be a friendly competition for best dressed and best \u201csnacklace\u201d award!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s3\">Vendors<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">This year\u2019s food vendors are sure to please every palate with an incredible selection of bites, <span class=\"s3\">including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li5\">Natalie\u2019s Fine <span class=\"s3\">Foods<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Bacon on a<span class=\"s3\"> Stick!<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Southbound <span class=\"s4\">BBQ<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Dia <span class=\"s3\">Dolce<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Zach\u2019s Street <span class=\"s3\">Grill<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Have a <span class=\"s4\">Ball<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Lobster Rolls and<span class=\"s4\"> More<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Nothing Bundt <span class=\"s3\">Cakes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Dough <span class=\"s3\">Sweet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">Whatever your taste buds are craving, you\u2019ll find something to <span class=\"s3\">satisfy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">In addition to the great food and drinks, there will be a variety of unique vendors, including a vendor offering permanent jewelry\u2014perfect for taking home a lasting memory of this<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">one-of-a-kind <span class=\"s3\">event!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Mary Lou Baily, Event Coordinator, <span class=\"s3\">says:<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p8\">\u201cFor 13 years, Kennett Winterfest has been a celebration of craft beer, community, and connection. This year, our volunteer committee is making it bigger and better with new experiences like the best \u2018snacklace competition\u2019 to go along with the \u2018best dressed competition.\u2019 Winterfest is about creating memories, welcoming everyone, and having fun <span class=\"s3\">together!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Jack Lodge, from Chester County\u2019s Brandywine Valley, <span class=\"s3\">says:<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p8\"><span class=\"s8\">\u201c<\/span>This Winterfest marks the first anniversary of the Chester County Cheers Trail, which we at Chester County\u2019s Brandywine Valley launched last Winterfest, and once again, we\u2019ll be offering an extra 300 points toward trail merch at the festival. There\u2019s so much to look forward to at every Brewfest and Winterfest, but this past year of fests and leading up to this Winterfest have been really special.<span class=\"s8\">\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p9\">Don\u2019t miss your chance to be a part of the Winterfest 2025 experience. It\u2019s the perfect way to spend a winter day with friends, family, and community\u2014celebrating the best local breweries, food vendors, and live music in a vibrant atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Event <span class=\"s3\">Details:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li10\">Date: February 22,<span class=\"s4\"> 2025<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Time: 12:30 &#8211;<span class=\"s4\"> 4:00<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Location: 600 S Broad Street Kennett Square, PA <span class=\"s3\">19348<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li11\"><span class=\"s8\">Tickets:<\/span><span class=\"s9\"> <a href=\"http:\/\/kennettbrewfest.com\/\"><span class=\"s10\">kennettbrewfest.com<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">DefConn (VIP) Ticket: SOLD <span class=\"s4\">OUT<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">Regular Admission: <span class=\"s4\">$60<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li6\">NA Ticket: <span class=\"s4\">$20<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p12\">For more information and to purchase tickets, visit<span class=\"s4\"> <a href=\"http:\/\/kennettbrewfest.com\/\"><span class=\"s11\">kennettbrewfest.com<\/span><\/a><\/span> or follow us on social media at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kennett.brewfest\/?hl=en\"><span class=\"s11\">@kennett.brewfest<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Ticket proceeds support<span class=\"s5\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/kennettcollaborative.org\/\"><span class=\"s11\">Kennett<\/span> <span class=\"s11\">Collaborative<\/span><\/a><\/span>\u2019s community <span class=\"s3\">programming.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kennett Collaborative announced Kennett Winterfest is just around the corner on February 22. Admission includes unlimited tastings from a lineup of more than 60 carefully selected craft breweries plus vendors, food trucks, live music, and more, sponsored by Wilkinson Farms and Wistar Motors. 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