31st Sonder Brewing Bockfest - March 3-5, 2023

Bockfest is Cincinnati’s annual celebration of Spring, Over-the-Rhine's brewing heritage, and Bock Beer. It stumbles into its 31st year on March 3-5, 2023 in Over-the-Rhine's historic Brewery District and is presented by Sonder Brewing.
Admission to enjoy the Parade, bock beer, music, and entertainment at Bockfest Hall and official venues is FREE all weekend long. 
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Bockfest Hall is located at Findlay Playground, 1811 Vine Street, Cincinnati Ohio while official venues are located throughout Over-the-Rhine and Cincinnati.

Bock Beer Experience

Over two dozen bock beers from local breweries will be available as part of the Bock Beer Experience on Saturday. Tasting tickets include 4oz samples of every bock beer on draft at Bockfest plus a Bockfest pint glass.

Historic Brewery Tours

Take an unique tour of the 19th century Sohn/Clyffside Brewhouse! Inside visits to this site has been unavailable to the public for many years and this weekend is the only time guests will be allowed inside before a major restoration and construction project kicks off! Don't miss out on this very limited opportunity, available exclusively through the Brewing Heritage Trail. Adult tickets include a beer at Bockfest Hall.

.05K Fun Run

Not quite ready to tackle the 5K yet? Moving a little slow after 2 days of Bockfest? Want to help support Bockfest in a fun way? Join us for the 4th Annual Bockfest .05K Fun "Run" on Sunday March 5 at Bockfest Hall. Make it the 164 feet and be rewarded with a limited edition t-shirt, bottle opener medal, and a beer.

Goat Yoga

A 1 hour guided yoga session with goats! The session is gentle yoga for relaxation and stress reduction.  It is appropriate for all ages and abilities that are in good physical health.

Tickets include a beer at Bockfest Hall, quantities are limited.

Ticket and Experience Packages

Want to make your Bockfest experience even better? Pre-purchase a ticket package to fully experience all Bockfest has to offer and save money! A variety of packages are available.
CHECK OUT A TYPICAL BOCKFEST!