Calling all beer, wine and spirits lovers! Washington County's premier craft beer festival Corks & Kegs is back for another year at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, August 24-25, 2024. If you haven't been before, you'll want to mark your calendar.
This two-day festival welcomes craft beer, wine and spirits enthusiasts from all over to Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to taste and savor goodies all weekend. With a variety of beverages including sours, ciders, IPAs, ales, locally-made wine and regional spirits available, connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike will find something to satisfy their palate. Sample local favorites and discover new flavors from the county's best breweries, wineries and distilleries.
In addition to the libations, the event features dozens of food trucks, a full live entertainment schedule, over two dozen local vendors and a classic car cruise on Sunday, August 25. Live entertainment acts this year include Bon Journey, Radio Tokyo, Ruff Creek, Six Gun Sally and more.
This event is welcome to all ages; however, only attendees 21+ will be able to enter the beer and wine sampling tents.
Where to Stay
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If you’re planning on attending Corks & Kegs and are looking for some lodging options close to the action, here are some nearby recommendations.
- Hyatt Place Pittsburgh South/Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, in walking distance from the festival with options for fine dining and access to drinks and local brews
- DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton, a full-service hotel that offers live entertainment on the weekend and is less than a mile from the event location
- Courtyard by Marriott, also located near Tanger Outlets Pittsburgh and the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, this hotel offers guests a complimentary shuttle and breakfast, as well as being right across the street from the event
- Fairfield Inn & Suites, which is a contemporary-style hotel that offers an indoor pool and fitness center located within half-a-mile from the event
Where to Eat
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In case you're in the mood for something other than the food trucks at the event, take a look at these nearby restaurants:
- Bistecca Steakhouse and Wine Bar, which offers classic steakhouse fare with options such as angus beef, prime and dry aged steaks
- Markook Authentic Mediterranean Eats, which offers healthy and flavorful Mediterranean options
- Maxwell’s Restaurant & Lounge, which offers classic eats and live music
- Pig and Fire House of Barbeque, which offers traditional and new-wave barbeque options, as well as hefty cocktail and draft menu
- Seafood Tango, which offers traditional Louisiana-style Cajun and boils
- Napoli’s, a third generation Italian restaurant that offers traditional and homemade Italian fare
Other Activities
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If you are seeking to take a break from the festivities during the weekend and wish to experience a different kind of local activity, Washington County offers something for everyone:
- Grab a coffee at Crazy Horse Coffee
- Shop at Tanger Outlets Pittsburgh for goodies for the entire family
- Visit nearby locally-owned boutiques and stores like Vintage Grace Boutique, Phin's Sea Of Deals, Accents of the Quail and Iddy Biddy Fashions
- Stop at Steel City Harley-Davidson to shop and see their displays
- Go bowling or hit the slots at the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
- Catch a game or place your bets at the Sportsbook at Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
