Don’t miss the 5th annual Kohler Festival of Beer, May 31 to June 2, 2013.

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Experience Kohler Festival of Beer; a well-crafted celebration of malts, hops and the art of brewing. The Village of Kohler comes alive as the country's top craft brewers converge in a celebration of suds. This three-day festival will feature tastings, educational sampling seminars and brand-new events for 2013. There is no shortage of food, entertainment and, of course, beer.

Please see below for this year’s exciting lineup of events.

2013 Events

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Friday, May 31
7-9pm
Beer Dinner
The Immigrant Restaurant
The craft of fine beer and food are brought together during a four-course meal at The Immigrant Restaurant. Enjoy this intimate event with Anello Mollica of Central Waters and a specialty menu created by Head Chef Matt Bauer.
$75
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Friday, May 31
8-11pm
Kohler Festival of Beer Pub Crawl Presented by Great Brewers
This party keeps moving. Groups will be transported around the resort to sample a variety of beers in various locations - Blackwolf Run, Cucina and The Horse & Plow. Games, prizes and live music will entertain while guests sample beer flights paired with a specialty dish. All participants will be entered into the reverse raffle for Beer for a Year! Featured breweries include 3 Sheeps Brewing Co., Milwaukee Brewing Co. and Southern Tier/New Holland Brewing. Event kicks off at The American Club courtyard.
$50
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Saturday, June 1
7-10am
5K Beer Run Presented by Goose Island 312 
The Shops at Woodlake
Calling all beer-athletes ... what could make a refreshing trail run through beautiful River Wildlife better? Beer, of course! Test your athletic and drinking prowess during this 5K run with a beer at every mile. Prizes will be given to the top runners per age group, as well as overall.
$30
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Saturday, June 1
8:30-10:30am
Eggs and Kegs
Cucina
Start your day off right. Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet featuring all of your traditional favorites as well as a delicious sampling of brews.
$28
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Saturday, June 1
10-11:30am
Grilling University
Main Pavilion
Join James Murray, CEC Chef and National Foodservice Marketing Manager for the National Pork Board for an educational and flavorful look at newly named pork loin cuts. You will experience Pork Porterhouse Chops, Pork T-Bone Chops, Pork Ribeye Chops and Boneless Pork New York and Ribeye Chops. During this interactive session, Chef Murray will demonstrate how your local butcher crafts these cuts, brines and seasoning recipes, proper grilling technique and use of temperature to gauge correct doneness for maximum flavor and tenderness. Attendees will also get a chance to work the grill under the direction of this expert chef. Beer and food samples provided.
$50
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Saturday, June 1
12:30-5pm
Blackwolf Run Beer Challenge Tournament Presented by Leinenkugel's (4 person teams)
Blackwolf Run
Enjoy championship golf, incredible prizes and, best of all, cold beer. Team scores consist of one low net score on par 5s, two low net scores on par 4s and three low net scores on par 3s. The entire four person team is counted on to secure a good score. Each closest-to-the-hole winner qualifies for the Million-Dollar Shootout. Adding to the fun, specialty beer samples will be served on each par 3 and during the shootout. Exciting prizes and top-three team awards will be presented. For reservations and more information, please call 800-344-2838.
$150 plus tax per player
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Saturday, June 1
11:30am-12:30pm
Beer & Food Pairing
The Demonstration Kitchen
Enjoy a cold one while discovering the tastes of Kohler - and how to recreate them at home. Tucked away in The Shops at Woodlake Kohler, the Demonstration Kitchen brings together Kohler chef Kael Klassen of Riverbend and enthusiastic foodies, all under one roof. Food and beer samples provided.
$30
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Saturday, June 1
12:30-2:30pm
Shorts & Chefs Presented by Jones Dairy 
Main Pavilion
Join us for the 4th annual Shorts & Chefs and kick-off summer with some of the best local and regional restaurant chefs. They'll be firing up their grills, creating some of their favorite dishes and paired with brewery representatives who will feature complimentary, unique beers. So put on your shorts, enjoy live entertainment as well as fantastic fare and brew.
$45
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Saturday, June 1
2:30-3:30pm
Brats & Burgers, OH MY!
The Demonstration Kitchen
Enjoy a cold one while discovering the tastes of Kohler - and how to recreate them at home. Tucked away in The Shops at Woodlake Kohler, the Demonstration Kitchen brings together Kohler chef Loren Rue of Horse  & Plow and enthusiastic foodies, all under one roof. Chef Rue will go through grilling some of your summer favorites with a few new twists. Food and beer samples provided.
$30
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Saturday, June 1
2:30-3:30pm
Goose Island Beer Seminar
The Horse & Plow
Join a beer expert from Goose Island Brewery as he walks through a collection of specialty beers. Learn about the complex flavors and what exactly makes a great beer.
$30
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Saturday, June 1
3:30-4:30pm
Goose Island Beer & Chocolate Pairing
Craverie Chocolatier Café
Learn how to pair delectable Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates with the delicious craft brews of Goose Island Brewery.
$30
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Saturday, June 1
4-6pm
Home Brew Competition
Main Pavilion
The next great craft brew may be featured at this event! Crowds can enjoy sampling the entries while judges pick the top brew.
$25
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Want to be a competitor? Download the entry form and competition rules here.

Saturday, June 1
7-10pm
Cheers to Beer
Kohler Design Center
Taste an extensive variety of beers served by breweries from across the country. After savoring and sampling, vote for your favorite. Guests will also enjoy cuisine samplings from the Kitchens of Kohler. Each guest will receive a commemorative beer glass, complete with the Kohler Festival of Beer logo.
$70
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Sunday, June 2
8:30-10:30am
Eggs and Kegs
Cucina
Start your day off right. Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet featuring all of your traditional favorites as well as a delicious sampling of brews.
$28
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> Read the 2012 Event Recap