Great American Beer Tasting seeks to hit it out of the ball park in its 13th year

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The Great American Beer Tasting returns to Fifth Third Field in downtown Dayton from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.

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The Dayton Dragons and Heidelberg Distributing have been partnering for this annual event for 12 years, bringing a variety of beers, ciders and seltzers for fans to try.

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Tickets are $40 and are available in advance at www.daytondragons.com/beertasting. The tickets include 20 four-ounce samples, a raffle ticket for prizes, a 2019 souvenir pint glass with new four-ounce and eight-ounce pour lines and access to activities and games on the field.

Designated-driver tickets are available for $5 and provide a 2019 souvenir pint glass, five four-ounce samples of non-alcoholic beverages at the event, and a voucher for a complimentary soda or water.

Dragons fans also can sign up at the Dragons box office Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. On the day of the event, gates will open at 1:30 p.m. with ID checks starting at 12:30 p.m. This event is for those 21 and older.

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Credit: E.L. HUBBARD

Credit: E.L. HUBBARD

WANT TO GO?

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 17, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

WHERE: Fifth Third Field, 220 N. Patterson Blvd. in Dayton

COST: $40 include 20 four-ounce samples, a raffle ticket for prizes, a 2019 souvenir pint glass and access to activities and games on the field. Designated-driver tickets are available for $5.

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