Parks Ale Trail - Montgomery Parks

Prost and Welcome

Mark your calendars for the Parks Ale Trail on Saturday, September 19, from 11 am to 3 pm. This event promises to be a fantastic day filled with live music, local craft beer, delicious food, and a bit of hiking adventure – truly something for everyone!

Outdoor enthusiasts will love our scenic 2.5-mile round-trip hike, which offers the perfect opportunity to soak in the beautiful sights and sounds of Lake Needwood. Take a refreshing break at the Mid-Hike Beer Garden located at the Needwood Mansion. Here, you can grab a cold drink or a tasty snack and enjoy live acoustic music before continuing your adventure.

We can’t wait to see you at Parks Ale Trail, a celebration that brings together the best of nature and local flavor!

Family standing in front of large PArks Ale Trail cutouts sign.

Live Music & Entertainment

Parks Ale Trail features performances on our Main Festival Stage and Mid-Hike Beer Garden Stage, plus a variety of roving entertainment throughout the festival grounds. Band and entertainment information will be announced in the coming months.

Food and Drink

Come hungry! A variety of food and beverage options will be available throughout the Main Festival Area and Mid-Hike Beer Garden, and guests are welcome to bring their own snacks. A full list of food and beverage vendors will be announced in the coming months. Please note that outside alcohol is not permitted.

Getting to the Festival

We encourage attendees to hike and bike to the event along any of our amazing trails! Check back closer to the event for more details on the free on-site parking, Bike Valet, and walking trails.

Frequently Asked Questions

Restrooms:: Portable restrooms will be available at both the Main Festival area and the Mid-Hike Beer Garden. Both locations will include standard and fully accessible units.
Alcohol:: Alcohol will be sold at this event and a valid form of identification is required for purchase. Outside alcohol is NOT permitted.
Pets:: Dogs are allowed at this event, but must be leashed at all times. Owners must pick up properly after their dogs and dispose of any waste in the provided trash receptacles.
Program Accessibility:: This park and event space are generally accessible. The trail is not accessible as it is mainly loose gravel and compacted dirt. If you or a member of your party needs additional accessibility accommodations for this event, please contact the Montgomery Parks Program Access office via email Program Access or phone (301) 495-2581.
Transportation:: Check out our Parks Ale Trail – Plan Your Visit page for more information on getting to the event.
Seating:: Limited seating will be provided. Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets or chairs.
Cost:: This event is free to attend. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
Weather:: If this event is cancelled due to inclement weather, there will not be a rain date.
Additional Information:: For additional questions, please contact the Montgomery Parks Public Information and Customer Service office at (301) 495-2595 or email Info@MontgomeryParks.org.