ASHEVILLE GO... PARTY

Beer City Festival

Voted Beer City USA in an online poll (administered by famed brewmaster Charlie Papazian) last year, this town is home to nine breweries. Come taste their creations (in souvenir tasting glasses) at this afternoon festival, which also includes booths from local restaurants and live music. It takes place at Roger McQuire Park in downtown. June 4. (05/2011)