Annual Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival this Saturday Oct 3rd in Exeter! All ages are welcome.
Sip. Sample. Discover your favorites.
The Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival is the largest beer festival in New England! Featuring craft beer, seltzers, ciders, non-alcoholic beverages, great chili and plenty of fall fun. Sample beverages from participating breweries and cider houses, taste chili from area restaurants, and enjoy one of the Seacoast’s favorite fall traditions—all while supporting the community. Festival proceeds support youth activities, community events, local business programs and other services that benefit the Exeter area.
This is the only family-friendly brew fest you will find in the area! Come join us to sample breweries, visit vendors, taste nearby restaurant’s chili at the 14th Annual Exeter Powder Keg Beer and Chili Festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Gates opens at 12:00 pm for VIP Admission and 1:00 pm General Admission. Everyone entering must have a ticket. Bring the whole family! Youth and Designated Driver tickets available.
See which restaurants are showing up with their chili to sample!
See which breweries will be attending and which beer will be on tap!
See more FAQ here!
This event SELLS out and ticket prices go up the day of the event but there is no guarantee tickets will be sold at the door.
Don’t delay, buy your tickets online TODAY!
This event is rain or shine.
Annual Exeter Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival
Swasey Parkway, Downtown Exeter, NH
Saturday, October 3, 2026; 12:00 pm VIP Admission – 1:00 pm General Admission
By attending the Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival, you agree to follow this Code of Conduct. Together, we can create a fun, welcoming, and safe event for everyone!
The Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival is a celebration of community, craft beer, and delicious food. To ensure that everyone has a safe, welcoming, and fun experience, all attendees, vendors, volunteers, and staff are expected to follow this Code of Conduct.
Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in removal from the event without refund, and if necessary, involvement of law enforcement.
