MILE HIGH Grilled Cheese & MAC Festival
Join us November 9th, 2024 at RiNo Art Park!
3 ticket options:
GA (2-5 pm): GA ticket gets you in the door and includes all your food and beverage samples. Plus, you'll get a commemorative sample glass, spork, and frisbee.
EARLY ENTRY (1:15-5 pm): Early Entry gets in 45 minutes before GA opens so you can start your culinary journey early! You'll also have all your food and beverage samples included along with a commemorative sample glass, spork, and frisbee.
VIP (12:30-5 pm): VIP gets in the door an hour and a half before GA! VIP ticket includes all food and beverage samples, and a commemorative sample glass, spork, and frisbee.
21+ only, no refunds, event will go on rain or shine (or snow)
Photos by Ryan Cox
Sneak Peek at Our 2024 Vendors!
1350 Distilling
For the 13 Stripes and 50 Stars of 'Old Glory'
1350 Distilling is a veteran, teacher, and women-owned distillery that proudly sources local ingredients to make award-winning spirits. Our passion to create the best product and make a difference in our community is clear with each sip.
477 Distilling
477 is a craft distillery located in the heart of Historic Downtown Greeley, Colorado. We love serving people. We love our community. We love making cocktails better
BANDWAGON SANDWICH CO
the award-winning bandwagon sandwich co is returning to defend their title of best grilled cheese! their unique and creative sandwiches are sure to leave you full and satisfied!
black + haus tavern
With locations in downtown littleton and parker, black + haus is your go-to neighborhood spot for great food and great company! This locally-owned restaurant took home a win in 2023 and will be back to defend their title of best mac and cheese.
black shirt brewing co
Located in the heart of the RiNo Art District just north of downtown Denver, Black Shirt Brewing Co. strives to offer an experience that strikes a harmonious balance between music, crave-worthy pizza, delicious craft beer and an exemplary guest experience. We’ve received accolades for our taproom patio (front and back), and in late 2017, we were awarded “Best Brewpub for Live Music.” Our urban Beer Garden features a hand-built, one-of-a-kind pallet stage that brings in acts from Colorado and beyond. And we’re mere steps away from the RTD A Line’s 38th & Blake Street station (the “Train to the Plane”), making it easy to swing by the taproom on your way to and/or from the airport.
BLUE MOON RINO
Mac & cheese with a blue moon beer = a match made in heaven! their brewery and restaurant in the RiNo neighborhood of Denver, is a place where we share our ongoing creativity and innovative brewing, with inspired beers available only at this location, chef-driven cuisine and welcoming hospitality.
BRECKENRIDGE
DISTILLERY
The Breckenridge Distillery is the “World’s Highest Distillery”. Founded in 2008, the Breckenridge Distillery is most widely known for its blended bourbon whiskey, a high-rye mash American-style whiskey. Breckenridge Bourbon is one of the most highly awarded crafted bourbons; 4x winner of Best American Blended (2016, 17, 18, and 2019) from the World Whiskies Awards and Bourbon of the Year in 2011 at the Int’l Wine & Spirits Competition, and 2019 Colorado Distillery of the Year at the New York Int’l Spirits Competition. In 2018, Breckenridge Distillery won the coveted Icons of Whisky for Brand Innovator of the Year.
coffee sarap
you haven’t tried coffee until you’ve tried the unique filipino flavors lovingly incorporated into each cup at coffee sarap! they will be featuring their cheese foam with their locally roasted coffee beverages Along with our full beverage menu to give you a pick me up out of that food coma!
Comal Heritage Food Incubator
Launched by Focus Points Family Resource Center in October 2016, this purposeful restaurant was formed in direct response to the community-identified need for economic opportunity in the face of gentrification. Since Comal opened its doors, the training program has served 40 participants and helped launch 6 businesses. You’ll get to sample Macadilla & Agua Frescas!
dirty dill pickle shots
The G.O.A.T. pickle shots! 100% natural pickle brine, 30% ABV, tremendously dill-icious. For sale throughout CO, IL, WI, WA.
Great Divide Brewing Co.
Great Divide has become one of the most decorated breweries in America, recognized for having brewed some of the globe’s most balanced yet assertive and flavorful beers.
These beers have landed an impressive amount of acclaim, earning 19 Great American Beer Festival Medals, 5 World Beer Cup Awards, and 14 spots on Beer Advocate’s “Top Rated Beers: Colorado”.
Here at Great Divide: BOLD CHARACTER isn’t just a catchphrase. It’s the philosophy behind what we brew, how we think, and what we believe.
heavenly tacos
birria grilled cheese, anyone?? we love seeing all the unique and creative flavors at the grilled cheese & mac festival, and heavenly tacos food truck is known for just that. come try their creative spin on grilled cheese!
HOWDY BEER
Howdy!
Now that we’ve met, here’s a little more about us. Sometimes all you need in life is a crisp, clean, no-frills beer that simply tastes like a beer. And that’s exactly what Howdy Beer is. Made with Western Livin’ in mind, in the heart of Colorado. Be it on a river, on a mountain, at a show, or on the porch, Howdy Beer delivers. Easy drinkin’ crafted with American Barley & Liberty Hops.
Grab your boots, tip your hat, & let’s cheers.
i heart mac and cheese
The reigning champions of people’s choice best mac & cheese return to defend their title! with a name like that you kNOW their mac and cheese has to be good!
kokopelli beer company
kokopelli is located in westminster, co and boasts a gorgeous tasting room and full food menu as well! We pride ourselves on being a place where “Friends meet friends and make new ones!”
Left Hand Brewing Co.
Flavor driven, employee driven, and community driven. We take a Hands-On approach in all that we do and we're proud of everything we stamp our Left Hand on.
Marble Distilling Co.
Massive change can be made in the Spirit Industry when it comes to sustainability—and we want to help catalyze that change.
From our sustainability policies to our distilling process, sustainability is built into our business model, from financial review and benefit to marketing and industry reach and participation.
Our sustainability practices are multifaceted—and expressed through both our Marble Distillery and Marble Inn.
In our one-of-a-kind distillery, we use all copper pot stills with 100% Colorado grains, pure Crystal River Water, local sourcing and partnerships with local non-profits and national environmental non profits.
We are dedicated to sharing our open source business model, data, and best practices in a public and transparent way.
Pickett's American Craft Catering
Matt pickett of pickett brothers beverage is a true genius in the kitchen. his creativity recently earned him first place at the denver ramen festival, and we can’t wait to see what he brings to the competition this year!
Milieu Fermentation
milieu aims to develop a playful, yet esoteric brewery space, with products deeply inspired by traditional farmhouse breweries. Under the day-to-day operation of Andrew and Rob, milieu will provide a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic fermented beverages through onsite consumption and to-go sales. These beverages will range from traditional beer styles with a focus on hoppy, lager and oaked barrel-aged beers to alternative fermented beverages like hard tea and kombucha.
MIMO’S
chef kimo delasantos is known for his ability to combine east and west flavors. get excited to try his Habanero peach oxtail grilled cheese, Kalua pork w/guava sauce and Mac and cheese, and Fried Garlic butter Mac&cheese pockets w/o bacon!
Mystic Mountain Distillery
With a tasting room located in Thornton, co, all mystic Mountain spirits are made with pride in Colorado! Stop by and try their unique flavor combinations and cocktails.
new terrain brewing co
A culture of curious & distinct individuals dedicated to the science & craft of small batch, high quality, creative beers.
Our motto is not "this is how it is done" but rather, "what if we try this way?" It inspires us to create, to innovate, and to explore new terrain..
passanante’s home food service
Transforming your home into a gourmet grocery store has never been easier! If you're looking to eat better tasting food and clean-up your family's diet by reducing chemicals and antibiotics, Passanante's Home Food Service is exactly what you need. Try for yourself at the grilled cheese & mac festival with their bacon mac and cheese.
pit fiend barbecue
Pit Fiend Barbecue is a live fire, all-natural wood smoke barbecue restaurant located in Denver’s RiNo Art District. We take inspiration from barbecue and
live fire traditions from across the country and around the world.
We believe great barbecue transcends regional variations.
Even in high altitude environments, everyone should be
able to enjoy tasty, authentic barbecue
Prost Brewing
Using the finest ingredients and best German practices to brew a fresh taste of tradition
Public Offering Brewing Co.
Like so many other breweries, Public Offering Brewing Company simply began as a hobby in a garage and an excuse to get together with friends. Ambition and passion quickly took over, and after a lot of education, experimentation, patience and failure, our founder, Cody, sought to create one big neighborhood of beer loving friends. But our goal isn’t to just simply offer our beer; so instead, we’re offering our entire brewery to you. We want to highlight everything that’s inspired us and influenced our upbringing, from beer styles and flavors to local ingredients and neighborhood causes. Rather than brew the beer we like to drink, we aim to brew the beer you want to drink, and we invite you to try our beer, enjoy our taproom, ask us questions, and tell us what you want. Because if you love beer, we’re neighbors.
Red Rocks Spirits
Made from 100% non-GMO corn. Gluten free and adds a touch of sweetness! Smooth enough to drink straight. Now that's Quality. 6x distilled & Carbon Filtered because you're worth it.
SAM’S NO. 3
Denver’s favorite local diner since 1927 is bringing the cheese! Get excited to try their famous Mac Dip. Homemade Mac-N-Chz with creamy american cheese layered with diced chorizo & toped with our famous Homemade Kickin' Green Chili. Served with tortilla chips. paired with The Scotch Bonnet Mule - it’s a combo that can’t be beat!
Second Dawn Brewing
Our name comes from both place — Aurora, where we’re located, means dawn in Latin — and time — if dawn is when you have to wake up and start work, second dawn is when that ends and you get to start the best part of your day.
Second Dawn is our happy place, and we hope our beverages can be a portal to yours.
something brewery
Something Brewery is an uncommon and creative brewing company that sets its goals on producing the most creative and inspiring beers for the most unique individuals. Our philosophy is simple…Tailor a creative and unique drinking experience in every bottle. Our product is made with the finest ingredients in order to fulfill the curious taste of the unique individual. Our idea is Beer, our Philosophy is unique, and our Goal is inspiring
STEM CIDERS RINO
Stem exists to explore the world endlessly, and our world is an imaginary orchard full of limitless possibilities. We are restless, innovative, and always driven to find the next great flavor. Colorado is in our roots, and friends and family are in our hearts. We strive to create products that are meant to be enjoyed in the company of others with no pretension and with an air of adventure.
Get excited! You’ll get to try their event-exclusive mac & cheese as well as a selection of ciders - and everything they are serving will be gluten free!
street side eats
carnitas grilled cheese coming right up! street side eats is known for their delicious tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and now - grilled cheese! just wait until you experience the flavor in this bite!
Sugarfire smokehouse
you know them for their award-winning bbq, but just wait until you try their Brisket Cheesesteak Mac and Vegetarian Caprese Mac!
sushi kuro
owner and chef taylor west is known for his experimental flavors and creative spin on authentic dishes. we can’t wait to see what he comes up with for the festival this year!
the cake bar
chef angela wells is known for her incredible vegan cakes, but she also makes equally incredible vegan mac and cheese! You won’t miss the dairy in this mac!
timnath beerwerks
If you're looking for an authentic, one-of-a-kind Northern Colorado beer experience, look no further. Founded in 2018, and expanding to Fort Collins in 2024, our goal from the beginning was to make the best beer in Colorado and instill ourselves into the vibrant community that has supported us over the years.
uptown & humboldt
we can attest that everything chef gio makes at uptown & humboldt is phenomenal! We can’t wait for you to experience his rosemary gouda mac and cheese!
wackadoo brewing
Wackadoo Brewing is a place where people can come together and enjoy a lovingly crafted beer in a environment that is fun and free to enjoy company and games. Come along with us on this journey and be a part of something bigger then any of us.
waldschanke ciders and coffee
Meet The Dufresnes, the family behind the Denver Waldschanke!
We have always wanted our place to feel like a home away from home with good food, great company, and-of course- amazing cider!
Wanderment Brewing
A small brewery in Denver, CO focused on mixed culture saison with other styles. dog friendly.
watercourse foods
you won’t even miss the dairy in this all-vegan grilled cheese! watercourse is known for their delicious plan-based offerings and this sandwich is no exception. be there to try it for yourself!
Wiley Roots Brewing Company
Wiley Roots Brewing Company believes beer should be unique, crafted from the highest quality ingredients, and brewed with a sense of responsibility to the craft and to the surrounding community. We believe that brewing craft beer is an art and that it should be grounded in the core values of honesty, integrity, hard work, and the belief in one’s ability to create and share.
WILLIAMS AND GRAHAM
Our chefs maintain an imaginative and ever-changing menu that includes hors d’oeuvres, shared plates, entrees, and desserts. A few perennial favorites like our Bone Marrow and the award-winning W&G Burger lay the foundation for a delicious menu of seasonal dishes.
Windfall Brewing Co.
At Windfall Brewing Co., you’ll find the perfect combination of great food, craft beer, and entertainment the whole family can enjoy.
We take pride in serving delicious food made with love in our scratch kitchen. Our seasonally rotating house-brewed craft selection offers a fresh beer for every taste.
FAQs
What happens if it rains?
The Mile High Grilled Cheese & Beer Festival happens rain or shine.
Are kids allowed?
No. This event is for ages 21+ only.
Are gluten free and vegan options available?
No, this is not an allergen-free event. Additionally, we give our chefs and restaurants complete creative freedom over the dishes they prepare so that they can create something that represents their style. For that reason, we are unable to guarantee any dairy-free or gluten-free grilled cheeses. However, in the past, there have been ample meat-free options.
What restaurants will be there?
Restaurants will be announced via email, Instagram, and Facebook in the weeks leading up to the event.
How do I get involved?
Email contact@drinkdenver.co for more information.
How do I get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable.
Are tickets transferrable? Can I sell them or give them to a friend? Can I buy tickets from someone else?
Tickets are transferrable. You may sell or give your tickets to someone else, but please make sure they are over 21 years of age. The names on the tickets don't have to match. However, if you would like to change the names and have them re-sent to the new attendee, we can help! Please email us at contact@drinkdenver.co.
You can certainly buy them from someone else, but please be aware of scammers that are trying to sell fake tickets. Before you buy, you can verify that the tickets are legitimate by contacting us. We will be happy to help! Our email is contact@drinkdenver.co