denton craft beer alliance

Denton Craft Beer Alliance

One Community. One Craft.

We are the Denton Craft Beer Alliance—a collective of independently owned breweries and craft beverage pioneers rooted right here in Denton, Texas.

Founded by Union Bear, Denton County Brewing Co., Black Fox, Toasty Bros., and The Bearded Monk, our mission is simple:
Support local. Brew exceptional. Build community.

What began as a shared vision between friends and fellow brewers has grown into a united front—serving not just beer, but Denton’s creative spirit, one pour at a time.

We believe in collaboration over competition, and that craft beer can do more than fill a glass—it can fill a community with pride.

Whether we’re pouring at the Day of the Dead Festival, hosting beer dinners, or teaming up for charitable causes, we stand for something bigger than our individual taprooms:

One Community. One Craft.
Brewed in Denton. For Denton.

Upcoming Event

Denton’s Day of the Dead Festival · October 25–26, 2025

Brewed in Denton. Poured at the Festival.

We’re proud to be the exclusive beer and wine sponsor of this year’s Denton Day of the Dead Festival—a wildly creative, family-friendly celebration drawing more than 25,000 guests to the heart of downtown Denton.

For the first time ever, the festival’s beverage program is led by local craft brewers, and we’re raising the bar with three official beer tents, a full-scale beer garden, and an upgraded VIP lounge experience.

Be Part of the Pour

We’re now offering select co-sponsorship opportunities for local businesses and community partners who want to stand alongside Denton’s craft scene and get their brand in front of thousands of enthusiastic festivalgoers.

Sponsorship options include:

T-Shirt & Wristband Branding
Custom Beer Cups, Koozies & Pint Glasses
VIP Lounge Naming Rights
Festival Beer Garden Signage
Collaborative Events & Demos with Our Breweries
Menu & Beverage Station Sponsorships

Whether you're a local restaurant, retailer, nonprofit, or creative business, there’s a place for you in this community-powered celebration.

🎉 Let’s raise a glass to Denton. Together.
Reach out to explore sponsorship packages and co-branded experiences.

Day of the Dead Festival VIP Experience

October 23–25, 2025

Downtown Denton
$99 per person | Corporate Package: 10 for $850

Step into the ultimate Denton's Day of the Dead Festival experience with an exclusive VIP pass powered by the Denton Craft Beer Alliance. Your ticket unlocks a weekend of comfort, perks, and premium access to Denton’s most iconic celebration.

Ticket Page

October 23–25 | Downtown Denton

Step into the ultimate Day of the Dead Festival experience with an exclusive VIP pass powered by the Denton Craft Beer Alliance.

Your ticket unlocks a weekend of comfort, perks, and premium access to one of Denton’s most cherished celebrations.

What’s Included:

Premium Private Viewing Area – Catch all the action of the Coffin Races from the best spot on the raceway, right after the start line.
Express Drink Lines – Skip the wait with fast-track access at all official festival drink stations.
Two Exclusive VIP Lounges – A private tented area with seating, shade, and comfort with food provided by The Chestnut Tree and the KHA Denton Balcony and Patio with food supplied by Mexican Oak.
Complimentary Drinks – Enjoy 2 craft beers, wine, and seltzer from the breweries of the Denton Craft Beer Alliance.
VIP Culinary Experience – Enjoy food & bites curated by The Chestnut Tree, served in the VIP area.
Fancy Portable Toilets – Because little luxuries matter.
Festival Swag Bag – Filled with goodies plus a commemorative VIP pint glass to take home.

Bonus Experiences:

VIP Cirque du Horror Dress Rehearsal – Thursday evening access to the acclaimed performance, plus a drink.
Brewery Alliance VIP Bar Crawl – Friday night, 7–10 PM. Enjoy one complimentary drink at each stop as you crawl through Denton’s craft breweries.
Exclusive Nosh – Drop into Queenie’s Steakhouse for a festival exclusive snack