South Shore Craft Brewery Brew Fest returns to Oceanside with 18 breweries and summer celebration

Posted Friday, June 26, 2026 8:02 am

Kim Warkin, left Jeff Garos, Emily Garos and Mike Nystron had a blast together at Brew Fest.

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Siblings Krissy and Kenny Anderson shared a sip at this year’s Brew Fest.

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Chris Yee, left, Kristin Mulvaney, Mike Sweeney, Matt Marcinkiewicz and Lou Mauroudis of Damn Good Time Band rocked out during the fest.

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Adam Grabisch and Shawn Dooley enjoyed some tastings together.

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Dozens came out on June 6 for the fourth annual Brew Fest, kicking of the start to summer.

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Owners Nick Cimorelli and Hugh Howard celebrated another glorious year at South Shore Craft Brewery.

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By Alyssa R. Griffin

Beer enthusiasts gathered for the fourth annual South Shore Craft Brewery Brew Fest on June 6, kicking off the summer season with unlimited tastings from 18 breweries, live music, local vendors and food.

The event featured pours from breweries and beverage makers including Sand City, Jones Beach, Six Harbors, Small Craft, Bright Eye, Spider Bite and Stay Green, among others.

Organized by South Shore Craft Brewery in Oceanside, the festival drew craft beverage fans from across Long Island for an afternoon celebrating local brewing and community partnerships.

Sponsors included Telco Cellular, Empire Adventure Park, La Bottega Oceanside and Lia's Pizza Oceanside.

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