Beyond
THE BEER
Our annual event isn't just beer. It isn't just music. It has become a cultural phenomenon that's home to so many activities, you might need to attend more than one session to experience them all! From fun, to educational, to downright zany...The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival has fun for everyone...over the age of 21, of course.
Check out the list below, that's being updated regularly for what's happening BEYOND THE BEER!
WING WARS
SPONSORED BY WINGCRAFT KITCHEN & BEER BAR
Introduced in 2016, a massive hit for the event! You'll battle it out with 10-12 other hungry wing lovers. Each session will have it's own competition and will crown one winner! Competition is exactly 2 hours into the festival, at the half-way mark of each session. Registration is first come, first served at the Wingcraft Back Stage behind the Main Stage.
SILENT DISCO
Dance like no one is watching! Swing by Silent Disco to get your groove on!
Check out our Silent Disco DJ lineup for the weekend.
Mystery Beer Fest
Mystery Beer Fest at AC Beer & Music Fest adds a new twist to the festival you love! Test your beer knowledge as you sample 26 mystery beers, identifying styles and flavors based on taste alone. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just curious, this is the ultimate challenge. Be part of the first-ever Mystery Beer Fest in the U.S., only at AC Beer & Music Fest!
BREW CUP Derby
Everyone's favorite horses return in just a few short weeks! See if you have what it takes to be the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival's Brew Cup Derby Champion!
WONDER BALLS
The Wonder Bar's
BOING BOING BOING Get ready to bounce like never before! THE Wonder Bar Atlantic CIty returns with the famous "Wonder Balls", the ultimate adult playground! 🎈 Dive into inflatable fun, laugh until it hurts, and let loose like a kid again. Who said adulthood couldn't be hilarious? Let's bounce!
the Eliminator
Brace yourself for the Eliminator – where fun and gravity duke it out for the title of ultimate thrill! Hold onto your socks (trust us, you'll want to keep those on), as you're slapped & Tristed while you duck, dip, leap and dodge. It's not just a ride, it's a hilarious battle against your own screams!
the Beard & Mustache Chellenge
Think your facial hair has what it takes? Join the Garden State Beard & Mustache Society on March 29th for the ultimate Beard & Mustache Contest at the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival! Whether your beard is big and burly, your mustache is masterfully styled, or you’re rocking a wild freestyle creation, this is your time to shine.
Categories for all styles and lengths—so bring your best beard game and compete for festival glory! Sign up at the event, show off your whiskers, and let the crowd decide who reigns supreme.
The Costume Contest
Join the AC Beard & Mustache Club on March 29th for an epic costume showdown!
Categories:
Best Individual – One person, one unforgettable look.
Best Couple – A perfect (or hilariously mismatched) duo.
Best Group (3+) – Strength in numbers—bring your crew!
Best of Session – The ultimate festival champion!
How to Enter: Show up in your best costume and wow the judges! Creativity and enthusiasm win the day. Ready to stand out? Let’s see what you’ve got! 🍻🔥
Dunk Tank
Bare Exposers Dancer Dunk Tank at AC Beer & Music Festival 💦🍻
Get ready for the Bare Exposers Dancer Dunk Tank—where you can take your best shot at dunking some of Atlantic City's finest dancers, all for a great cause! Step up, aim true, and send them splashing into the tank while enjoying the festival fun. It’s all about cold drinks, big laughs, and supporting a local charity.
Think you have what it takes? Grab a ball, make a splash, and let the good times roll!