Credit: Jim Effler
It has only been two weeks since the end of
Cincinnati’s beer week and guess what? It’s time for more beer! The goat
returns for the 20th year and so does the beer. The Lenten season and the
celebration of Cincinnati’s rich German history culminate in Bockfest, which began
due to the Queen City’s prominence in the beer brewing industry dating back to
the 1800s. At the time, we drank more beer per capita than anywhere in the
country. Christian Moerlein was one of the largest breweries in the country and
became known for its fine craft beers. Now resurrected, Moerlein’s Bockfest
Hall will be the center of the celebration that begins on Friday night at
Arnold’s — Cincinnati’s oldest saloon. Several area businesses will participate
as beer drinkers unite. Be careful: Bock doesn’t lack in alcohol, so pace
yourself. Admission is free unless otherwise noted. Friday March 2 through Sunday March 4. For more information visit
bockfest.com or call 513-604-9812.
Bockfest Hall is located at 1619 Moore St.,
Over-the-Rhine.
