Think SamTrans when planning your Beer Week celebrations along the Peninsula

Festivities surrounding SF (Bay Area) Beer week are upon us, and the event list for this year is loaded from Feb. 9 to 18, including many signature events in San Mateo County. 

Consider taking the backbone of SamTrans bus routes, the ECR, to get you to/from your Beer Week celebrations. Nearly all of the events listed below are within a short walk of an ECR bus stop. For others (Freewheel Brewing and State of Mind Public House), the 270 is a good option and can connect with the ECR at the Redwood City Transit Center. 

Saturday, Feb. 10: 

• Alvarado Street Tap Takeover 
  The Refuge – San Carlos 
   

• Anderson Valley Tap Takeover 
  The Refuge – San Mateo 
   

• 7-Year Anniversary 
  Blue Oak – San Carlos 
   

• Members-only event 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Barrel Constrictor Release 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont  
   

• 10th Annual West Coast Craft Can Invitational 
  Devil’s Canyon – San Carolos 
   

Sunday, Feb. 11: 

• Lambic Extravaganza 2024 
  Gourmet Haus Staudt – Redwood City 
   

• Russian River Tap Takeover 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Final Final Final West Coast Triple IPA Release 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont  
   

Monday, Feb. 12: 

• Best of Style 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos  
   

• Trappists & Belgians 
  The Refuge – San Mateo 

Tuesday, Feb. 13: 

• Closest Friends 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Beer Trivia 
  The Refuge – San Carlos 

Wednesday, Feb. 14: 

• Down the Coast 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Sweetheart Night 
  Barebottle – Menlo Park 
   

• Craft Beer Singles Mixer 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont 

Thursday, Feb. 15: 

• Russian River Tap Takeover 
  State of Mind – Redwood City 
   

• Gluten Free Day 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont  
   

• Just Wondering 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• 2024 Firkin Friends Fest 
  Freewheel – Redwood City 

Friday, Feb. 16: 

• Shadow Puppet Tap Takeover 
  The Refuge – San Mateo 
   

• Rock-stars 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Collaboration Day 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont  
   

• Gelatine’s Chocolate Spent Grain w. Grainbakers 
  Devil’s Canyon – San Carlos 

Saturday, Feb. 17: 

• Russian River Tap Takeover 
  The Refuge – San Carlos  
   

• Original Pattern Collaboration Sensation 
  State of Mind – Redwood City 
   

• LA to Oceanside 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 
   

• Craft Beer Fest & Invitational Competition 
  Out of the Barrel – San Carlos 
   

• PHS-SPCA Potential Pet Meet & Greet 
  Alpha Acid – Belmont 

Sunday, Feb. 18: 

• Lagerpalooza 
  Ale Arsenal – San Carlos 

Coastside options 

San Mateo County’s coastal residents also have several options for soaking up the Beer Week fun. Both the Half Moon Bay and Pacifica areas have multiple locations where craft beer is made and celebrated. 

When in Half Moon Bay, consider using Ride Plus to connect you with your beer destination and Routes 294 and 117. This is a great option for both Hop Dogma Brewery and Half Moon Bay Brewing at Pillar Point Harbor. In addition to the 117, Pacifica is also served by Route 110 with connections to Daly City BART. Starting Sunday, Feb. 11, bus frequency for the 110 will increase to every 30 minutes throughout the day on weekdays. 

Leave the driving to SamTrans 

Beer Week is designed to celebrate the Bay Area’s craft beer scene in fun and creative ways. At SamTrans, we're committed to ensuring your journey to and from these festivities is safe, efficient, and enjoyable.  

Please embrace moderation while enjoying your favorite beverages (consuming alcohol is not allowed on board our buses). Together, let's make this Beer Week a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone!