Beer, Brats and Bon Jovi: First-Ever Rocktoberfest Turns Up the Fall Fun October 3 and 4

Downtown Chandler is about to get a fresh spin on fall festival season with the launch of the inaugural Rocktoberfest, a two-day mashup of live music, craft beer and quirky competitions that blends Oktoberfest tradition with a rock ‘n’ roll attitude.

The event, co-produced by SanTan Brewing Company and Huss Brewing Co., will take over Dr. A.J. Chandler Park East on Friday, October 3 (4:30-10 p.m.) and Saturday, October 4 (Noon-10 p.m.), promising a jam-packed lineup of tribute bands, local brews and fall contests.

“Rocktoberfest is a celebration of great beer, awesome live music and an even better community,” said Jamie Hoffman, co-owner of SanTan Brewing Company. “We’ve taken everything people loved about our previous Oktoberfest and given it a fresh, new vibe that we know everyone is going to enjoy.”

“SanTan has built an incredible tradition of throwing one of the Valley’s best October beer festivals, and we’re honored to be part of this exciting new chapter,” said Leah Huss, co-founder of Huss Brewing Co. “Rocktoberfest is all about exceptional local beer, fun live music, great people, and we’re proud to come together with SanTan to make it happen.”

Where Craft Beer Meets Concert Energy

Rocktoberfest is more than a place to grab a flavorful local pint. It is a full weekend of craft beer and live music coming together in one high-energy festival.

On tap are fan-favorite brews from SanTan Brewing and Huss Brewing, cocktails featuring SanTan Spirits, hard ciders from Ciderboyz and non-alcoholic options from Athletic Brewing. Drinks pair perfectly with an electric lineup of tribute bands and local acts that keep the party going from the first pour to the final encore, including:

Friday, October 3

• Chadwicks – Rock hits to jump-start the weekend
• The Dirt – High-energy rock covers from a beloved local tribute band

Saturday, October 4

• DayWeather – Soul-meets-rock vibes for a smooth start
• The Ultimate Bon Jovi – Faithful renditions of arena rock classics
• Red Hot Cholo Peppers – Funky rock fusion that keeps crowds moving
• Lies and Roses – A Guns N’ Roses tribute guaranteed to close out the festival in full rock fashion

Beer, Brats & Unexpected Fun

Between band sets, festival-goers can take part in wiener dog races, a brat-eating contest, keg stacking and the ever-popular stein holding competition.

Early bird deals include $5 off tickets in August and September. To purchase tickets, visit www.santanbrewing.com/events.

About SanTan Brewing Company
Founded in Chandler, Arizona, SanTan Brewing Company is an award-winning craft brewery featuring flagship favorites like MoonJuice IPA and JuicyJack Hazy IPA. Expanding its passion for flavor beyond beer, SanTan also produces SanTan Spirits, featuring handcrafted whiskeys, gins and vodkas, along with a popular line of ready-to-drink canned cocktails. Whether in a pint glass or a can, SanTan delivers bold, balanced flavors made for everyday enjoyment. To learn more, visit www.santanbrewing.com.

About Huss Brewing Co.
Husband-and-wife, Jeff and Leah Huss, have 44 years of combined experience in the brewing industry. Former Head Brewer for BJ’s Brewing in Chandler, AZ, Jeff attended the Siebel Institute in Chicago, and the Doemens Academy in Munich, Germany. Leah co-owned and operated Papago Brewing in Scottsdale, helping pioneer the craft beer community and growth in Arizona. Their combined love and passion for craft beer inspired them to chase their dreams of owning a local, family-owned and operated brewery with Jeff acting as Brewmaster, and Leah running business and marketing operations. Huss Brewing Co. opened its doors in South Tempe in August 2013, with a 30-barrel system, a small tasting room with 20 taps, and room for growth. Today the Huss Family of Beers is the 3rd largest brewer in the state, while also operating two Huss Taproom + Restaurants in Phoenix.