“Since 2020, we’ve been proud to host Summer Sessions, which are a local favorite that bring the community together for cold drinks, great food and live music on warm summer nights,” said Rachel Pokorny, general manager at the beer garden. Stop by and see for yourself why the Sam Adams Beer Garden is a seasonal staple!

Menu items include shareable, picnic-perfect plates; artisan pizzas; fresh salads; trendy chicken sandwiches; a homemade, sweet-potato-based veggie burger; and much more. The best part? Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options are available!

The fan-favorite “Summertime Burger” is topped with applewood bacon, blue cheese crumbles, arugula, fresh peaches and peach jam, which means it is sure to hit your sweet and salty tastebuds all at once. The Sam Adams Beer Garden has also partnered with Autumn Mist Farm of Feeding Hills, Mass., to bring you the NEW smash burger, served with classic cheeseburger toppings.

Opening day entertainment Natalie Jones on Saturday, May 24. The full entertainment lineup and other details can be found at EddieShoreCatering.com!

Summer Session Dates

• May 24
• May 30-31
• June 6-7
• June 13-14
• June 27-28
• July 11-12
• July 18-19
• July 25-26

Know Before You Go

• Bands will take the stage at 5pm and play until 8pm.
• Summer Sessions are great for the whole family, so they are kid-friendly!
• Seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
• Interested in making a reservation for a party of eight or more? Call (413) 271-5808!

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Sam Adams Beer Garden at The Big E, so stay tuned for more announcements to celebrate this major milestone as we near the Fair! Get your advance tickets now at TheBigE.com.

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About Eastern States Exposition

It’s always showtime at Eastern States Exposition (ESE), a 501©(3) not-for-profit corporation located in West Springfield, Mass. ESE is committed to excellence in providing opportunities for the development and promotion of agriculture, industry, education and family entertainment while preserving our New England heritage. The 175-acre campus holds five exhibition buildings, equivalent to 355,000 square feet of ground level indoor space. Their year-round, on-site dining and entertainment locations include Storrowton Village Museum, Eastern States Farmers Market & Wine Café, Storrowton Tavern & Carriage House. The facility also hosts more than 120 shows and events annually, such as The Big E, America’s only multi-state fair, and Hooplandia, the Northeast’s Ultimate 3x3 Basketball Tourney + Festival. For more information, check out EasternStatesExposition.com, or find us on social media.

About The Big E

The Big E is the only multi-state fair in North America, celebrating the rich history, culture and traditions of the six New England states. As the principal event of Eastern States Exposition, The Big E presents the finest in agriculture, innovative, commercial, industrial and artistic developments, and the highest caliber of varied entertainment to the people of the United States for more than a century. The 17-day event has grown and become the largest event on the East Coast, recognized as the fourth largest fair in North America by its recent record annual attendance of 1.7 million fairgoers and counting. Head to TheBigE.com or follow us on social media to see what all the buzz is about.

The Sam Adams Beer Garden, located on the grounds of Eastern States Exposition, welcomes patrons back for cold beer and good music beginning this Friday, May 23.