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    Hops on the River

    The City of Salisbury is turning up the fun and flavor once again with the return of Hops on the River, the highly anticipated craft beer tasting event happening Saturday, April 25, in Downtown Salisbury between Unity Square and the Games Park.

    From 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., attendees will gather along the scenic riverside for an afternoon filled with unlimited craft beer samples, great vibes, and live music by high-energy jam band Muskrat Lightning. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast or simply looking for a lively way to spend your Saturday, Hops on the River is the place to be.

    Every tasting ticket includes admission to the event, an exclusive Hops on the River tasting glass, and unlimited samples of craft beer, hard seltzers, teas, and kombucha throughout the event hours. Plus, live music by Muskrat Lightning and food for purchase from Mad Hatter Café.

    To learn about Hops on the River and purchase tickets, visit https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/Hops2026.

    Hours:
    2:00pm – 5:00pm

    Location:
    Event will take place in the area between Unity Square and Riverwalk Games Park in Downtown Salisbury.

    Tickets:

    • Early Bird General Admission (available through Friday, April 10 at 3:00 p.m.): $35
    • General Admission: $45
    • Students, First Responders & Teachers receive Early Bird pricing up until the day of the event (work or university ID required at check-in)

    What’s included with every tasting ticket?

    • Admission to Hops on the River
    • Exclusive Hops tasting glass
    • Unlimited craft beer, hard seltzer, tea, and kombucha samples during the event hours

    Rain date: Sunday, April 26


     

    The City of Salisbury invites nonprofit groups to participate in Hops on the River by assisting with beer pouring service on Saturday, April 25 (rain date: Sunday, April 26). The shift will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Participating groups will receive a stipend of $10 per volunteer, per hour. As an example, an organization providing 8 volunteers for the full shift would earn $320. This opportunity offers a fun and easy way to support a downtown Salisbury event while raising funds for your organization. To learn more or sign up, please contact cohare@salisbury.md

    Non-profit Volunteer Opportunity

    The City of Salisbury invites non-profit groups to participate in Hops on the River by assisting with beer pouring service on Saturday, April 25 (rain date: Sunday, April 26).

    The shift will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Participating groups will receive a stipend of $10 per volunteer, per hour. As an example, an organization providing 8 volunteers for the full shift would earn $320.

    This opportunity offers a fun and easy way to support a downtown Salisbury event while raising funds for your organization.

    To learn more or sign up, please contact [email protected]

     

     

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