Tastings, pairings, parties on tap for Charlotte Craft Beer Week

Queen City beer lovers will want to raise a glass in celebration of the 10th annual Charlotte Craft Beer Week, happening March 29 through April 7.

Throughout the week, brew enthusiasts can enjoy tastings of rare and exotic beers, showcases featuring local and regional breweries, food and beer pairing events, brewery tours, and appearances by some major names in the industry.

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Events include the inaugural Battle for Charlotte at Carolina Beer Temple April 3, Zipline and Dine at the U.S. National Whitewater Center April 5 and the Little Sugar Creek Clean Up at Birdsong Brewing, Know Your Craft 5K at Triple C and Chili Cookoff at Pilot Brewing April 6.

For a complete schedule of events, click here.

For more information on Charlotte Craft Beer Week, check out charlottecraftbeerweek.org.

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