Dog & Grog brew n’ music fest returns to Bale of Hay
The 2018 Dog & Grog settles into historic Virginia City for its 15th annual event, Friday and Saturday, July 20th–21st. The Bale of Hay Saloon hosts this Montana Microbrew festival featuring the best craft brews made in Montana.
Friday night begins with the Wee Dog pint night beginning at 5pm. Philipsburg Brewing makes their way to the event, bringing with them some of the best brews made in Montana. Tom Susanj will provide blends of folk, rock, blues and rockin’ country from 9:30pm–12:30am. This is your chance to sample beers from one of the best breweries in Montana and collect one of their pint glasses!
Saturday will feature ten breweries including: Lewis & Clark Brewing, Bitter Root Brewing, Bayern Brewing, Neptune’s Brewery, Madison River Brewing, Bozeman Brewing Co., Draught Works, Lone Peak Brewery, Quarry Brewing, and Ruby Valley Brewing. Ruby Valley is making it inaugural appearance at Dog & Grog, all the way from Sheridan! Beer and music will flow under the big tent next to the Bale of Hay. Festivities start at high noon and run through 7pm with no cover charge! Bozeman’s Left on Tenth will provide the live music all day, playing tunes you can tap your toes to.
Make sure to arrive early and get the package deal – 8 tasters of beer, polish dog, and limited edition commemorative glass featuring Lewis & Clark Brewing. Individual beers and dogs are also for sale.
Then dance the night away with the Chad Ball Band starting at 9:30pm. They’ll be playing a yummy mix of folk, rock and country so you can get on your feet and dance while enjoying your favorite brew.
Bale of Hay Saloon is located at 344 W Wallace St. in Virginia City, on the west end of town next to the Opera House. Visit www.baleofhaysaloon.com or call (406) 843-5700 for further information about Dog & Grog and other upcoming events. •
