The 2026 Quad Cities Beer Battle on the Belle

Update:  Tickets are currently sold out.  Yep, it took 3 hours to sell out this year's Beer Battle on the Belle!  But there is still hope for you. 

First, you can sign up below to win tickets, as we saved a pair for you. 

Second, make sure you have the alerts turned on on our app.  If the weather is looking good, the week of the Beer Battle on the Belle, we will release a few more tickets!  Thank you!

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The Quad Cities Beer Battle on the Belle is back!  On May 9th, we'll cruise the river on the Celebration Belle while drinking the finest beers from around the Quad Cities.

Tickets will go on sale Thursday, March 26, at 9:00 a.m.  If you want to get on the boat...don't wait to get tickets.  Last year, The Beer Battle on the Belle sold out in FOUR DAYS.

You can get your tickets here for a craft beer fest that will once again let you choose the best beer in the Quad Cities area.  You can see the full list of breweries already scheduled to join us below!

The Quad Cities Beer Battle On The Belle

On Saturday, May 9h, we'll meet at the Celebration Belle (2501 River Dr, Moline) to sample some of the area's best beers.

Boarding will start at 11:30 a.m.  Then we'll cruise up and down the Mississippi River from 12:30-2:30 p.m., sampling beers, listening to music, and looking at our city from the River.

The Celebration Belle will return dockside from 2:30-3:00 p.m. as we tally the votes to determine the winning brewery for the 2026 Quad Cities Beer Battle on the Belle.

What do you get at the Quad Cities Beer Battle on the Belle?

Well, you get beer.  Actually, you get a lot of beer samples.  We'll have 18 tables pouring for you, which will include Quad Cities breweries and other regional breweries pouring some of their best selections.  Plus, we'll have some of the best brews in the Midwest poured by your favorite Townsquare Media hosts.

You'll enjoy that beer in a custom pint glass from your favorite station, and we'll get you a slice of pizza, all while cruising the Mississippi River on the Celebration Belle.

How Does Your Favorite Brewery Win The Beer Battle?

Each passport will contain a voting slip.  After you cruise and sample all the beers, you'll vote for your favorite brewery in the Quad Cities area!

Get Your Tickets For The 2026 Quad Cities Beer Battle on the Belle Today

The Beer Battle on The Belle has sold out for the last four years.  Don't wait!  Tickets are limited and available here.  You can also call to purchase your tickets.  309-764-1952.  The Celebration Belle has indoor and outdoor seating, so the event is rain or shine.

These are the breweries that have confirmed they will be at the 2026 Beer Battle on the Belle!

Win tickets to the Beer Battle on the Belle below!