Gold Stein

Thanks to our Gold Stein Sponsors for supporting Ohio Brew Week!

We’ll be filling in this list REAL soon, so if you have contacted us about being a sponsor and don’t see your business here yet, it will be added momentarily!

A nice slice of Court Street

When Ohio University is in session, Courtside Pizza is one of the premier stops for great deals and good times. That doesn’t change during Brew Week, except the beer selection gets a little more Ohio-centric (although there are always nice craft offerings year-round).

Located at 85 North Court St, Courtside is situated right at the heart of the uptown party scene. You’ll definitely want to swing through and take a seat on the patio with an Ohio brew, and you’ll be able to pair it with an awesome food deal on pizza, sandwiches or sides. We’ll see you there!

Athens’ Fairfield Inn & Suites provides top-notch lodgings

For a small town, Athens hosts some big events. Which makes lodging a matter of critical importance. At Ohio Brew Week, we’re excited whenever there’s a new spot to stay at, as it means more visitors can come and enjoy what we have to offer.

So we were excited a few years ago when Fairfield Inn & Suites opened on East State Street, providing more lodging for Ohio Brew Week attendees and the myriad other events that bring people into our neck of the woods. It’s a huge benefit to have such a great place to stay. We’re fans of anything that helps people make it to and spend quality time in Athens.

They are conveniently located just minutes from Ohio University and most importantly ... Read More

Fifty West Brewing Company is a vibrant craft brewery and brewpub rooted in Cincinnati, Ohio, with additional locations in Mason and Chillicothe. Housed in a charming former roadside speakeasy along historic U.S. Route 50, the brewery opened its doors in November 2012

Their taproom experience combines quality beer with classic Americana eats—from burgers and fries to shakes—echoing flavors from U.S. 50 road trips. The spacious beer garden, volleyball and pickleball leagues, and family‑friendly food truck events make it a community hub for social gatherings and seasonal fun!

Whether you’re seeking a lively brewpub atmosphere near Cincinnati or aiming to stock your home draft system with Ohio‑made craft beer, Fifty West Brewing delivers with quality, community, and a taste of Americana.

Hampton Inn Athens, OH – Your ideal base near Ohio University

Discover comfort and convenience at the Hampton Inn Athens, located at 986 East State Street, just minutes from uptown Athens Ohio and Ohio Brew Week venues. This modern, mid‑scale hotel offers 86 well-appointed guest rooms (including suites with whirlpool tubs), a heated indoor pool, fitness center, and dedicated business facilities.

Guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast daily—complete with waffles, fresh fruit, eggs, and bacon—alongside free Wi‑Fi, free parking, and optional pet‑friendly rooms . With accessible connecting rooms, meeting spaces, and digital conveniences like digital key and streaming TV, every traveler feels right at home.

Perfectly situated off Highway 50, the hotel is surrounded by shopping, dining, and easy access to the outdoors as well like Strouds Run ... Read More

Holiday Inn Express & Suites accommodates visitors and supports local

We here at Ohio Brew Week owe the continued success of the festival to our sponsors. Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Athens has helped our program grow since 2008.

We get quite a few visitors in Athens for Brew Week. Besides the assorted fest goers, all of those beer industry people need places to stay. Everyone enjoys Athens, and for them, Brew Week is a sort of vacation and industry reunion. The hotel’s friendly support and lodging helps keep us running, and makes sure that you have a chance to enjoy events during the week.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites promises that their staff will go above and beyond to make everyone that walks through the door feel like they are a ... Read More

Campus meets community at the OU Inn and Conference Center

Nestled on campus at 331 Richland Avenue, the Ohio University Inn & Conference Center offers 139 elegantly renovated guest rooms and suites, blending historic charm with modern amenities—just steps from Ohio University and Uptown Athens, Ohio. Ideal for conference attendees, family visits, or leisure stays.

🍽️ Dining & Drinks: On‑site Restaurant & Tavern

Cutler’s Restaurant:Winner of OpenTable’s 2024 Diners’ Choice Award, Cutler’s serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a cozy, historically inspired setting honoring Manasseh Cutler. Led by Executive Chef Andrew Rios Wenmoth, the menu features locally sourced comfort food and upscale dishes—think premium steaks, seafood entrees, hearty brunch options like cast‑iron waffles, crab Bennys, and farmer’s harvest omelettes. 

Bunch of Grapes Tavern:A casual yet vibrant tavern perfect ... Read More

Explore Athens County, Ohio with the Athens County Visitor Bureau, your gateway to outdoor adventure and craft beverage culture. Athens is your hub for the celebrated Bike & Brew trail experience. Pedal along the 22‑mile Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, expertly and promoted by the Bureau, that connects Athens to Nelsonville—and acts as a rolling beer tour through the Appalachian foothills.

🚴 Brewed on the Bikeway

Craft breweries galore: Ride to top-rated spots like Jackie O’s, Little Fish Brewing, Devil’s Kettle, and the Eclipse Company Store beer hall, all conveniently located along or near the bikeway.

Cider/Distillery option: For apple lovers, the West End CiderHouse and West End Distillery offers farmhouse ciders and spirits just a short pedal off-trail

Local expertise & maps: Stop by the Visitor Bureau to ... Read More