Cincinnati Lager House and SERVATii Announce Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest on July 17–18

Published on June 19, 2026

CINCINNATI, OH — Cincinnati Lager House and SERVATii's Bakery are partnering to present the inaugural Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Cincinnati Lager House, located on the banks of the Ohio River adjacent to The Banks in downtown Cincinnati. Two Nights of Craft Beer, Unique Pretzel Creations, and Live Music on Cincinnati’s Riverfront

Cincinnati Lager House and SERVATii’s Bakery are partnering to present the inaugural Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Cincinnati Lager House, located on the banks of the Ohio River adjacent to The Banks in downtown Cincinnati.

This unique summer tasting event combines craft beer, creative pretzel-inspired foods, and live acoustic music, for and unforgettable weekend experience.

Admission to enter the event space is free and open to all ages. Guests are welcome to enjoy the live music, riverfront atmosphere, without purchasing a tasting ticket. Beer and pretzel sampling is conducted through the purchase of a Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest tasting ticket. Each $40 tasting ticket includes 10 different unique beer samples and 10 different unique pretzel creations, offering guests an exceptional pairing experience that showcases some of the region’s most creative craft beverages and specialty baked treats.

Guests will enjoy a variety of specialty pretzel offerings, including traditional Bavarian pretzels, chocolate-covered pretzel sticks, cinnamon sugar pretzels, feta and spinach stuffed pretzels, pimento cheese stuffed pretzels, pretzel sugar cookies, an interactive pretzel fondue bar, and additional sweet and savory pretzel creations. Each pretzel item has been selected to complement the featured beer samples and showcase the creativity of SERVATii’s bakery team.

Participating breweries include Cincinnati Lager House Brewery, Brink Brewing, Third Eye Brewing, and additional brewery partners that will be announced in the coming weeks. The complete beer lineup will feature a variety of styles, including crisp lagers, refreshing summer ales, hop-forward favorites, and specialty selections designed to pair perfectly with the pretzel offerings.

“We wanted to create something fun, unique, and distinctly Cincinnati,” said Greg Hardman, Managing Member of Cincinnati Lager House. “The combination of local craft beer, SERVATii’s incredible pretzel creations, and live music, makes this a perfect summer event for food and beer lovers.”

Live acoustic entertainment will be featured each evening, creating a relaxed and festive atmosphere as guests sample beers, enjoy pretzel creations, and take in panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline, Ohio River, and Roebling Suspension Bridge.

The Bretzel & Mini Beer Fest is expected to become one of Cincinnati’s most distinctive summer food and beverage events, celebrating local breweries, local baking traditions, and the city’s vibrant riverfront atmosphere. Whether guests are craft beer enthusiasts, pretzel lovers, or simply looking for a unique summer night out, the festival offers something for everyone.

The event will be held at Cincinnati Lager House, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, adjacent to Smale Riverfront Park and within walking distance of The Banks entertainment district.

Tickets, event details, and directions can be found at:
https://cincylagerhouse.com/bretzel-and-mini-beer-fest/

About Cincinnati Lager House

Located on Cincinnati’s downtown riverfront, Cincinnati Lager House is a brewery, restaurant, event venue, and gathering place celebrating Cincinnati’s rich brewing heritage while creating new traditions through unique festivals, community events, live entertainment, and handcrafted beer. The venue hosts numerous annual events, including Rockin’ the Roebling, World Cup Watch Parties, seasonal festivals, and Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt activations.

About SERVATii

For more than 60 years, SERVATii has been a trusted name in the Greater Cincinnati region, offering freshly baked pastries, pretzels, decorated cakes and an assortment of deli products. As a family-owned business spanning three generations, the Gottenbusch family honors the legacy of the original Café SERVATii bakery in Münster, Germany, by preparing products using authentic, time-honored recipes. SERVATii is proudly peanut-free, allowing guests with peanut allergies to indulge with confidence. The company also demonstrates its commitment to the community by donating leftover baked goods to local charities on a daily basis. To learn more about SERVATii or to find one of its 15 convenient locations throughout Greater Cincinnati, including six Bakery and Deli stores, visit servatii.com.

Location Info:
Cincinnati Lager House
115 Joe Nuxhall Wy, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
(513) 421-2337

MEDIA CONTACT
Company Name: Cincinnati Lager House
Contact Person: Greg Hardman
Email: clhmarketing@cincylagerhouse.com
Phone: (513) 421-2337
Country: US
Website: https://CincyLagerHouse.com