FAQ’s

1. What day and time will the Brewfest be held?
2. Where can I purchase Tickets?
3. Do we have to be 21 or over to attend?
4. What is included with my ticket/admission price?
5. What are "R2A Tokens"?
6. Can I purchase additional R2A Tokens?
7. Can I keep my unspent R2A Tokens as souvenirs?
8. Is there a discount for advance ticket purchases?
9. Is there a group discount?
10. What about designated drivers (DD's) and those who chose not to drink alcoholic beverages?
11. Where is the location for the Brewfest?
12. What can I bring and what is not allowed at the Brewfest?
13. Are children allowed?
14. Can I bring my dog?
15. Is there lodging nearby?
16. Is there free parking?
17. What are my payment options?
18. I am interested in event sponsorship or advertising in the program. What are my options?
19. I heard that volunteers get in free and get a free t-shirt. Is that true?
20. Who benefits from this event's proceeds?

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   What day and time will the Brewfest be held?

   The 2nd Ever Rails To Ales BREWFEST will be held Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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   Where can I purchase Tickets?

   Tickets are available online, through local sales outlets, and by direct mail-order:

   A.) Online: through our ticketing agency, Brown Paper Tickets at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/48283. Accepted: VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER

   B.)Physical Ticket Sales Outlets:

   • Tribune Office Supply & Printing - 219 Pennsylvania Avenue, Cle Elum, WA (509) 674-2511, Open M-F 8-5. Accepted: CASH, LOCAL CHECK, MONEY ORDER
   • Iron Horse Inn Bed & Breakfast - 526 Marie Avenue, South Cle Elum, WA. Accepted: CASH, LOCAL CHECK, MONEY ORDER
   • the Seattle office of Brown Paper Tickets - 220 Nickerson St., Seattle, WA 98109, 1-800-838-3006, Open Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm; Saturday-Sunday 8:00am - 4:00pm. Accepted: CASH

   C.) Direct Mail Order: Please visit our mail order page for details and order blank.

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   Do we have to be 21 or over to attend?

   Yes, admittance is for ticket holders 21 and over only. ID will be required for entrance, so please bring photo ID. Thank you.

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   What is included with my ticket/admission price?

   Good question!

   Tickets are $15.00 in advance, or $20.00 at the door (if not sold out)

   Each ticket is good for:

   * One admission (21 and over, please - ID required for admittance) to the second annual Rails To Ales Brewfest Saturday, July 11, 2009
   * A collector’s sampler glass with the distinctive Rails To Ales Brewfest logo
   * 5 starter tokens. Each token may be exchanged for one beer sample or one wine sample, or they may be used for $1.25 each worth of food or non-alcoholic beverages at the vendor booths. (Keeps it a great value for Designated Drivers, those left with extra tokens, and anyone who wants to come out and have a good time with their friends.) Additional tokens available for purchase for an additional $1.50 each or 4 for $5.
   * Live music concert - 2 bands: “Strange Jerome” from Seattle and the Grammy-Nominated “Dave Rawlinson Band” from Ellensburg, WA
   * Entry into Doorprize Drawings
   * Ballot to vote for Best Brewer and Best Brew
   * Support for the local Cascade Rail Foundation Projects - like the Depot Restoration!

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   What are "R2A Tokens"?

   "R2A Tokens" (Rails To Ales Tokens) are your brewfest currency. Each admission ticket includes 5 starter tokens.

   Each token is good for: One Beer Sample -OR- One Wine Sample -OR- $1.25 towards Food or Non-Alcoholic Beverage Purchases at Participating Vendors (look for the bright yellow sign "R2A Tokens Accepted Here")

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   Can I purchase additional R2A Tokens?

   Yes! Additional tokens will be available for purchase (cash only) at our Token Booth for $1.50 each or 4 for $5.00.

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   Can I keep my unspent R2A Tokens as souvenirs?

   Absolutely! The annual design will make them a collector's item. Feel free to purchase as many additional tokens for souvenirs as you like. It's a great way to make a cash donation to the Cascade Rail Foundation too, and still have something solid to show for it!

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   Is there a discount for advance ticket purchases?

   Yes! Advance tickets, online or purchased locally, are $15.00, saving $5 off the gate admission price of $20.00, and avoiding the risk of missing out if the event is sold out in pre-sales, as anticipated.

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   Is there a group discount?

   For groups of 10 or more tickets purchased at one time with cash or local check, please contact us to arrange a 10% discount. (Not available through website purchases, so please use our contact form to make arrangements for these savings.) Please be sure to include your contact information so we can set up the sale. Discount only available on advance ticket purchases. Tickets sold at the gate will be at full price.

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    What about designated drivers (DD's) and those who chose not to drink alcoholic beverages?

    We applaud DD's! The Rails To Ales BREWFEST encourages and supports designated drivers, attendees who want to enjoy the party, music and fun with their friends who choose not to drink beer or wine, those slowing down before heading out, and anyone wishing to use all or part of their tokens for food or non-alcoholic beverage alternatives.

    That is why we offer a food or non-alcohol purchase option for your initial 5 tokens (admission price is the same for everyone, $15 in advance, $20 at the door), and any additional tokens purchased at the event. Look for the "Tokens Accepted Here" sign at participating vendors to spend your tokens like cash ($1.25 per token exchange rate) towards tasty food and beverage choices.

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    Where is the location for the Brewfest?

    The Rails to Ales BREWFEST is held at the Milwaukee Road Depot and Railyard in South Cle Elum, WA. Visit our Location page for further details, map, and directions.

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    What can I bring and what is not allowed at the Brewfest?

    Please feel free to bring chairs, umbrellas, sunscreen, sunglasses, blankets or beachmats, beach balls, hoola hoops. You will need to keep track of these items, as the Brewfest is not responsible for personal property brought into the event.

    Please leave the following at home: sorry, no children, no pets, no outside food or drink.

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    Are children allowed?

    Sorry, must be 21 and over for admission to the Brewfest event grounds. Please feel free to return with children to tour the Depot museum and dine at the cafe another day.

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    Can I bring my dog?

    Sorry, no pets are allowed at the Brewfest.

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    Is there lodging nearby?

    Yes! Please visit our Lodging Partners page for a listing of area B&B's, hotels/motels, and resorts offering a special discount to Brewfest ticket holders. In addition, the region offers numerous campgrounds and rv parks. Print out a listing of area camping options.

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    Is there free parking?

    Yes! There will be several lots surrounding the Brewfest site with a free parking shuttle running continuously. Signage and parking attendants will guide you to the appropriate parking spot.

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    What are my payment options?

    For online ticket sales, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are accepted.
    All physical sales outlet accept cash, some accept local checks.

    Onsite - all purchases onsite are CASH ONLY - so please come prepared.

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    I am interested in event sponsorship or advertising in the program. What are my options?

    Terrific! To get involved, please visit our Sponsorship page to get started. We look forward to working with you.

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    I heard that volunteers get in free and get a free t-shirt. Is that true?

    Yes! Volunteers get free admission to the event (admission only - no starter tokens or sampler glass, sorry but regulations do not allow us to give these out; however 1st shift volunteers are welcome to support the Cascade Rail Foundation by purchasing tokens and glasses to sample the beers and wines while enjoying the music, food vendor offerings and companionship for the rest of the evening after their shift is over. To ensure that guests are provided quality service, 2nd shift volunteers may enjoy the music, food and non-alcoholic beverages prior to their shift with their free admission, however they are not eligible to sample alcoholic products.) Each volunteer will receive a free t-shirt and our endless bountiful gratitude for helping the Cascade Rail Foundation with this fund raiser event. To sign up and qualify for your own free t-shirt, please visit our contact page, and select "volunteering" and enter your contact information. Someone will get back with you soon.

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    Who benefits from this event's proceeds?

    Glad you asked - the Cascade Rail Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to projects promoting remembrance of the Milwaukee Road's rail legacy in Washington state, is the benefactor of the Rails to Ales BREWFEST event. The very Depot and Railyard that will play the important role as host site for the Brewfest is a visible testimony to the dedication of Cascade Rail Foundation Board members and volunteers, as it was their vision, planning and sweat that, along with Washington State Parks and other organizations' and individuals' contributions, made the restoration to its former glory possible. Future projects include rehabilitation of the nextdoor Sub-Station - the towering brick building next to the Depot. Your participation in this event help with all Cascade Rail Foundation projects, like the Sub-Station. Your contributions are appreciated, but most importantly, we sincerely hope that our efforts to provide an enjoyable event and a good value for you and your family and friends will be successful.

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