The 2026 Fremont Burger, Brew, & Bourbon Fest has been cancelled

 
 
 
 
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fremont Chamber of Commerce Announces Cancellation of 2026 Burger, Brew & Bourbon Festival

Fremont, CA — The Fremont Chamber of Commerce has made the difficult but necessary decision to cancel the 2026 Burger, Brew & Bourbon Festival.

This decision was not made lightly. The Festival has long been a valued community event, bringing together local businesses, restaurants, and residents in celebration of Fremont’s vibrant food and beverage scene. However, after careful evaluation, it became clear that current financial and operational conditions would not allow us to deliver the level of experience our community expects and deserves.

Rather than moving forward with an event that may fall short of its standard, the Chamber has chosen to pause this initiative. We believe in executing with excellence, impact, and intention—and we will not compromise that commitment.

As the Chamber transitions into new leadership, we are taking this opportunity to thoughtfully re-evaluate past initiatives and ensure they align with the current needs of our business community. Our focus moving forward is clear: to invest in programs, partnerships, and events that create real value for our local businesses and strengthen the overall economic ecosystem of our city.

We remain firmly committed to our mission: to promote, support, and enhance a positive and thriving business environment for our community.

We are grateful for the continued support of our members, partners, and the Fremont community, and we look forward to introducing refreshed and impactful initiatives in the near future.

For questions or further information, please contact:

Fremont Chamber of Commerce
fmtcc@fremontbusiness.com

Sincerely,
Teresa Hoang
Incoming CEO
Fremont Chamber of Commerce

 

 

When: 2027 date tbd

Where: Downtown Fremont - Downtown Event Center Plaza and Capitol Ave. from Liberty St. to State St.

How: It’s simple, purchase Tasting Tickets, sample beers! LINK TBA

Have questions about the Fest? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page to see if we've got your answers.

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Tasting Packages

 

TASTING PACKAGE -

What you get: You get a four ounce tasting glass and a wristband. A wristband is needed for every pour. Unlimited pours of beer only. Spirit pours are included, but not unlimited. Food is not included in ticket price.

 

2025 Brewery Line Up

Check back to see our 2026 line up closer to the event!

Beer, it makes everything better.

 

21st Amendment Brewing

san francisco, CA

The popular 21st Amendment brewpub is at the heart of the new city center, just south of the financial district and only two blocks from the San Francisco Giants baseball park. In addition to rotating taps of multiple award-winning hand-crafted house beers, the pub has been voted “Best Brewpub”, “Best Burger” and “Best Happy Hour” by the San Francisco press.

BREWS: Hell or High Watermelon & Brew Free! Or Die Blood Orange IPA

 

Alameda Brewing Co

alameda, CA

Family-run from the start, Alameda is anchored in Downtown Alameda, a quick 5-minute walk away from the historic Park Street Bridge. There’s something always happening at Alameda Brewing. They’ve got trivia, live music, and more happening at the brewery each week!

BREWS: Big Paddle & west Coast IPA

 

Altamont Beer Works

livermore, CA

Altamont Beer Works prides themselves on fresh beer, produced on site at their locally built and handcrafted taproom located in the heart of Livermore’s exploding wine country.

BREWS: Hella Hoppy & Maui Waui

 

Anderson Valley Brewing Co

Boonville, CA

For over thirty years, Anderson Valley Brewing Company has been hand-crafting authentic ales and lagers with balance, complexity, and a passion for sustainable brewing practices.

BREWS: Crisp IPA & Summer Solstice

*Brewery Reps will be present at the Fest*

 

East Brother Beer Co

Richmond, CA

East Brother Beer Company was built on a belief that classic beer styles, when made with care and precision, never go out of style. They don’t chase trends. Instead, they brew timeless lagers and ales with a commitment to clean, balanced flavor and brewing excellence. Every batch is an exercise in honoring tradition while meeting today’s standards for quality and clarity.

BREWS: BLONDE ALE & Pre-Pro Lager

*Brewery Reps will be present at the Fest*

 

Freewheel Brewing Co

fremont, CA

Welcome to Freewheel Brewing Company, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of our craft. Established in 2012, their mission has been to seamlessly fuse the time-honored brewing traditions of England with the vibrant spirit of American craft beer.

BREWS: black Tower Lager & freewheel fest bier

 

Farmers Brewing Co

chico, CA

Farming requires a tireless work ethic, attention to detail, organization, patience, and balance between tradition and innovation. Those same qualities transfer to brewing beer.

BREWS: Farmers Light & Sun Up to Sun Down IPA

 

Jack’s Brewing Co

fremont, CA

The Pub at the Hub! We are a family-friendly restaurant with comfort food and our own beers. We have a loyal Fremont following and friendly staff. Come in to watch the game, enjoy a beverage and say hello!

BREWS: Jack's Apricot Mango & Jack'd IPA

*Brewery Reps will be present at the Fest*

 

Strike Brewing

San jose, CA

Strike Brewing is based out of San Jose, CA and is among the oldest and longest lasting premier breweries in the Bay Area.

BREWS: Stained Glass & Two Seam

 

Unreal Brewing

silicon valley, CA

A craft brewing company in Silicon Valley that offers ales in traditional craft styles, for taprooms, restaurants, and pubs.

BREWS: Tropical IPA, Double Hoppy red

*Brewery Reps will be present at the Fest*

People's Choice Best Brew

Who will have the Best Brew at the Next Burger & Brew Fest?

 

The 2025 Winner!

 
 

unreal Brewing, TROPICAL IPA

Unreal has brewed a new and refreshing tropical IPA with aromas and flavors of guava and critus. The flavor profile is strong and balanced between citrus hops and the fruit forward guava flavoring hops.

2025 Distillery Line Up

Check back to see our 2026 line up closer to the event!

Let us lift your spirits!

 

10th Street Distillery

San jose, CA

We learned the old ways of making Single Malts from the masters. We saw the traditional ways of making whiskey in America. And we saw no reason to be constrained by either. Our whiskies are a product of precision. Of meticulous attention to detail. But they are also a product of adventure. Of willingness to erase boundaries. And break new ground.

Spirits: California Coast,  STR, Peated, Distiller's Cut 

*Distillery Reps will be present at the Fest*

 

2025 Wine Line Up

Check back to see our 2026 line up closer to the event!

Love burgers, but beer not so much? No worries, we’ve got local wine too!

 
 
 

·  Rose ·  Pinot Noir ·  Cabernet Sauvignon ·  Sauvignon Blanc · 

Mission Peak Wine is nestled between the top of Mission Peak Regional Preserve in Fremont and the rolling hills of Sunol; two beautiful cities located in the Northern California region.

Grown on 7.5 acres, Mission Peak Wine consists of three types of grape: Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon, which are all quenched by a natural spring. This vineyard is rooted at a perfect elevation of 1600 ft. to allow these lighter-to-medium reds the ability to grow to their full potential.

2025 Food Truck Line Up

Check back to see our 2026 line up closer to the event!

A good beer just isn't the same without a juicy burger...

Noticing that not all of these trucks are burger trucks!? That's intentional. Each year we strive to have a wide variety of burgers and sliders at our Fest, so instead of a fleet of traditional burger trucks we've got every kind of truck dishing up their own version of an amazing burger whether it be beef, chicken or veggie!

 

· OG Smash Burger: Beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles & BAM sauce

· Western Bacon Smash Burger: Beef patty, beef bacon bits, cheese, onion ring, pickle & BBQ sauce

· Chicken Deluxe Burger: Chicken patty, house made mayo, shredded lettuce, cheese, tomato & pickles

· Veggie Burger: Veggie patty, house made mayo, shredded lettuce, cheese, tomato & pickles

· Nashville Hot Chick’N Burger: Chicken patty, pickles, coleslaw & Chubby’s sauce

· Vegetarian Hot Chick’N Burger: Gardein plat-based chick’n patty, pickles, coleslaw & Chubby’s sauce

 

· California Burger: Black angus beef patty, American cheese, fresh avocado, applewood bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions & a fresh kaiser roll

· Garlic Parmesan: Golden crispy fried chicken patty, melted cheese, garlic aioli, marinara sauce & a fresh kaiser roll

· Bacon Burger: Double meat patty, double cheese, crisp lettuce, house sauce, pickles & Halal beef bacon

· Western Smash: Double meat patty, double cheese, crisp lettuce, house sauce, bbq sauce, jalapeño & deep fried crispy onions

· 49er Burger: Angus beef patty, jack cheese, bacon, jalapeño, aioli sauce & a brioche bun or lettuce wrap

· Earthquake Burger: Angus beef patty, tomato, grilled onions, blue cheese, bacon/garlic aioli served & a brioche bun or lettuce wrap.

 

· Jalapeño Burger: 5.33oz black angus beef patty, provolone cheese, jalapeño aioli, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato & a brioche bun

· Pineapple Burger: 5.33oz black angus beef patty, provolone cheese, ketchup, mustard, grilled pineapple, grilled onions & a brioche bun

· Philly Cheesesteak Burger: Grilled onions, grilled hot and sweet peppers, lettuce, tomato, mayo & white American cheese

· Philly Cheesesteak Mushroom Burger: Grilled onions, grilled hot and sweet peppers, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, mayo & white American cheese

 
 

Needing a little something sweet or refreshing? Give these a try…

 
 
 
 

Special Thanks to:

 
 

2026 The Burger Throwdown

Who will make the the best burger in the next competition?

The 7th Annual Burger Throwdown is a cooking competition that pits local celebrity teams against each other with the challenge of creating the most mouthwatering burger in just 1 hour. The only rule... it's gotta be between 2 buns!

 

The 2025 Competitors & Their Charities

2026 TEAMS ARE FORMING NOW

  • Fremont Elks Lodge 2121:

Jesse Schaa + Bill Bean 

Competing for CHEMPI (California Hawaii Elks Major Project Inc) 

  • Fremont Fire Department:

Leah Valencia + Gagan Summan 

Competing for Fremont Firefighters Local 1689 Benevolent Fund

  • Fremont Police Department:

Michael Gilfoy + Jacob Shannon 

Competing for Special Olympics 

  • Niles Rotary Club of Fremont:

Paul Cardoso + Rick Jones 

Competing for Niles Rotary Foundation in care of Feed the Hungry 

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR JUDGES:

  • Bill Harrison (Former Fremont Mayor)

  • Bill Sinodino (Owner of Billy Roy’s Burgers)

  • Karena McGee Shackelford (Fremont City Manager)

 

The Winners!

Michael Gilfoy + Jacob Shannon

(Fremont Police Department)

 
 
 
 
 

2026 Entertainment Line Up

Check back to see our 2026 entertainment schedule closer to the event.

In case you were wondering, we also provide the entertainment...

 

BURGER THROWDOWN STAGE

Located at Capitol & Liberty

  • 11:00-12:00 - tba 

  • 12:00-1:00 - Burger Throwdown Competition

  • 1:00-1:30 - Burger Throwdown Judging

  • 1:30-2:00 - tba

  • 2:00-3:00 - tba 

    3:00-5:00 - tba 

plaza STAGE

Located in the event center plaza

  • 11:00-3:00 - tba 

  • 3:00-4:00 - tba

  • 4:00-4:30 - tba 

  • 4:30-5:00 - Presentation of the 2026 Best Brew Award

Interested in playing at a future Burger & Brew Fest or one of our other Fremont events? Contact Prime Time Entertainment directly at info@primetimeentertainment.com or (925) 449-1724 for more information.

2026 Art Crawl

 

We are excited to announce our new partner event: The Art Crawl!

A gathering of artisans showcasing arts & crafts. The Art Crawl will be a collection of creative, whimsical, imaginative and beautiful handmade items to delight even the most discerning guests. The Art Crawl is located on Capitol Avenue, starting at State Street. Be sure to visit to treat yourself or look for that special gift.

 

Special Thanks to:

 
 

Special Thanks to our 2025 Sponsors!

 
 
 

Interested in joining the 2026 team?

As we determine the date for the next Burger & Brew Fest we’ll release applications for Breweries, Distilleries, Food Vendors, Marketplace Vendors, Art Crawl Vendors and of course our Sponsor Offerings.

If you would like more info before applications are released, please fill out the form below.

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