Description

Started in 1998, Tap New York is one of the largest and longest-running craft brew festivals in the country. In 2025, it found a new home at Blackthorne Resort in East Durham, NY, just 45 miles south of Albany. Taking place May 15–17, 2026, the festival features a weekend of craft beverages, continuous food sampling, live music, games, and vendors. Attendees can sample from 50+ craft brewers with 150+ drinks, including beer, cider, mead, sours, and mixed drinks. Each day highlights different food experiences — Saturday is BBQ, Bacon & Brews, and Sunday is Brunch & Brews. 

VIPs enjoy exclusive lounge access, specialty foods, and keepsake sampling glasses. Buy early and save — prices increase as the event approaches. 

Ticket Types: VIP Admission $89 Early Bird (Through - 1/18/2026) $109 Regular (1/19/2026 – 5/15/2026) $129 Last-Minute (On-site, if available) General Admission: $69 Early Bird (Through - 1/18/2026) $79 Regular (1/19/2026 – 5/15/2026) $89 Last-Minute (On-site) Designated Driver: $39 Regular (1/1/2026 – 5/15/2026) / $49 Last-Minute (On-site) 2-Day tickets available with a 10% discount. 

Weekend Camping Packages Make it a weekend getaway and stay on-site. 

RV Camping $150 (Friday & Saturday) / $80 (Saturday only) Includes water & 30 amp electric, 15’x35’ site, access to pool & resort amenities, after-parties, and ability to re-enter festival. 

Tent Camping $90 (Friday & Saturday) / $50 (Saturday only) 15’x25’ festival camping sites, access to amenities, after-parties, and festival re-entry. 

To book lodge or hotel rooms, contact Blackthorne Resort directly at 518-634-2541 and mention TAP New York. Group Discounts (starting January 1) 10% off orders of 10–29 VIP or GA tickets 30% off orders of 30+ GA tickets