Get ready for a thrilling October as fall takes over the ROC/FLX Craft Brew Trail! From pumpkin carving contests to haunted brews, there’s no shortage of spooky fun this season. Whether you’re looking to enjoy festive, family-friendly events or sip on seasonal wines and brews with friends, our members have something for everyone. Check out our guide to all the must-attend Halloween happenings and fall festivities that will make your autumn unforgettable!
OKTOBERFEST At Brew & Brats
Don’t miss the 3rd annual Oktoberfest at Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill! Celebrate with live music from the Finger Lakes Alpine Band, an authentic German band featuring local talent, playing on Saturday, October 5th from 1:30–4:00 PM and Sunday, October 6th from 12-3 PM. The fun continues Saturday night with Genesee Saw from 6:00–9:00 PM. Enjoy a German-inspired specials menu all weekend, plus stein-holding competitions at 3:00 PM both days and more festive activities.
OKTOBERFEST At Engine 14 Brewery
Mark your calendars and join us for our 2nd annual Oktoberfest Celebration at Engine 14! Enjoy award-winning Mangalitsa pork from Manga Roc Food Truck, compete in the Oktoberfest beer pong tournament at 3:30 PM, and stick around for live music from Lucky Number at 6:00 PM.
Pumpkin Carving Competition At Rohrbach Brewing Co
Head over to the Railroad St. Beer Hall on Saturday, October 12, for a family-friendly pumpkin carving competition! Enjoy spooky vibes in the historic, rumored-to-be-haunted building. For just $10, you’ll get a pumpkin, carving supplies, and a silent screening of The Phantom of the Opera and Little Shop of Horrors. The winner snags a crowler and a $20 RBC gift card. Plus, savor Rohrbach’s ‘The Great Pumpkin’ Ale on tap and frightfully delicious wood-fired specials!
OKTOBERFEST @ NYBP Victor
Get ready for the ultimate Oktoberfest celebration at New York Beer Project! Sip on 10 tasters of German and craft beer while exploring the Munich Biergarten, German Beer Hall, and Bavarian Garden. Don’t miss fun contests like Stein Hoisting, the Weiner Toss, and live German music, all paired with delicious German food!
Harvest Craft & Sip
Join Heron Hill Winery for a harvest craft paired perfectly with your favorite fall wines! Create your own cork pumpkins! Your ticket includes supplies to build a cork pumpkin craft (1 lg, 2 med or 3 small pumpkins) and decorate to your liking. Also included is flight of wine to enjoy while you craft (or a tasting before/ after).
Bonsai Bar Class
The Bonsai Bar is coming to the farm for a fun, hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners, grab your friends and a drink as you learn to pot, prune, and design your own bonsai tree. Expert instructors will guide you through the basics of this ancient art, all while you enjoy a relaxed night out. Held in the station with a full bar open for drinks, it’s an unforgettable experience for both plant lovers and those just looking for a unique evening!
Brit-Roc Fest Weekend
Celebrate the beers of the British Isles at the area’s only British Beer Festival, Brit-Roc Fest. Now in it’s six year, don’t miss a bloody good line-up of English, Irish and Scottish style beers from Sager-Stoneyard and other local breweries. Enjoy Bangers & Mash plus Shepards Pie to complete your experience in addition to the regular menu.
Saturday Screenings on Railroad Street
Silent Screenings of Classic Horror Films, Featuring:
- The Lost World (1925): Prehistoric creatures roam in this adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic novel.
- Horror Express (1972): An anthropologist must contain a parasitic life-form aboard the Trans-Siberian Express.
- A Bucket of Blood (1959): A busboy’s accidental sculpture leads to a sinister demand for more “art.”
- Nosferatu (1922): The iconic vampire Count Orlok sets his sights on a real estate agent’s wife.
Annual Halloween Party With Big Blue Haunted House Concert
Get ready for a spooky night at Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill’s Annual Halloween Party, featuring a live concert! Join us for an evening of great music, craft brews, and delicious food, all while embracing the Halloween spirit. Costumes are encouraged, and the atmosphere will be filled with festive frights and fun. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of eerie entertainment!
Halloween Cocktail Class
Learn cocktail techniques from expert mixologists. Craft and sip two eerie cocktails while enjoying spooky-themed hors d’oeuvres. Come in costume for a chance to win our contest for best-dressed ghoul or goblin! Includes 10% off any 750mL bottle purchased in-store and gratuity.
