New England Real Ale Exhibition

Since 1997! The longest running Cask Festival in the United States

LIFE IS SHORT… DRINK REAL ALE!!

Tickets are now on sale and Once again we will feature 100 real ales, lagers, and ciders from the US and UK over 4 days. CHEERS!

What to expect at a NERAX Festival

Besides drinking great cask ale from the US and UK in a laid back setting….

When you arrive at the hall:

First we will check your ID (21+ only allowed in the hall) and give you a wristband.

If you paid in advance just show us your email. Otherwise pay at the door. Then take a program which describes the beer/cider for all sessions as well as other festival related information.

Next get a glass at the glassware table. There is a $5 deposit for the glass. You can keep the glass or return it to get back your deposit.  

Beer/Cider:

There are about 100 offerings (beer and cider) over the 5 sessions but not all will be available for any one session. Typically there are 35 - 50 offerings per session.  All of the beers/ciders available at any given time are listed on boards above the bar.

When ordering a beer you can get a 5, 10 , or 20 ounce pour (depending on ABV).  

To expedite bar lines, it is helpful to the bar staff if you choose a bar line near where the beer is listed. Thanks!

Beer/Cider Prices:

< 7.0% ABV: $3 (5 oz) / $5 (10 oz) / $10 (20 oz)

7.0 - 9.9% ABV: $4 (5 oz) / $7 (10 oz) - no 20 oz pours

>=10% ABV: $5 (5 oz) - no 10 or 20 oz pours

NERAX is a cash only bar so plan accordingly. There is an ATM on the first floor of the hall and several ATMs in the area

Tickets:

Save $3 off the door price and get priority entry over walk-ins

No extra fees to buy online

Thursday Session (4/3) - $12 advance / $15 door

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