5 Things You Should Bring With You To Buffalo On Tap

New York State's largest craft beer festival is coming up this weekend, and if you've never done it before, there are some things that you might want to remember to bring with you this year.

Every year, we say we're going to remember, but we never do

We've been doing Buffalo On Tap for years now, and every single year I go, I think of something else that I should've brought with me. I tell myself I'm going to remember the next time or at the very least, write it down.

This year, I'm doing it as much for me as I am for you. This is easily one of my favorite events of the year, and if you've never done it, this list could be helpful for you, too.

The important stuff to remember about Buffalo On Tap

What is it:

New York State's largest craft beer festival. There will also be some ciders, seltzers, and even mocktails for you to sample all afternoon. There are around 150 beverages to choose from.

When is it:

There are two separate sessions on Saturday, February 7th, 2026. The first starts at 1 PM and ends at 4 PM, and the other goes from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM. There is also a VIP session that starts 1 hour before the first session at 12 PM. If you get tickets for that session, you can not only get in earlier, but you will also have access to other beers that not everyone gets to try.

Where is it:

The Buffalo Convention Center ( Convention Center Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14202)

Other cool stuff that will be happening:

The Buffalo Brew Pub Buffalo Beer Zone - These are beers that were born right here in Western New York.

Live Music - There will be live music from Boomerang at the first session and Hair Nation at the second session.

Don't forget to bring along these things when you come: