Jun.24 Placerville Bell Tower Brewfest
This popular Placerville event will be hosted again by downtown merchants and will include a street closure for added enjoyment and safety for all patrons. Entertainment will be provided by a variety of live bands. Watching the bands and enjoying the atmosphere on a warm summer night on Main Street will be free, but if you are interested in sampling over 30 different micro-brews, tickets will need to be purchased for patrons over 21 years of age. 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Historic Main Street, Placerville. As in the past, tickets are limited and expected to sellout before that evening, so plan on getting them early. Tickets will go on sale in mid-May for $25 at several Main Street locations. www.placerville-downtown.org For more information contact: Placerville Downtown Association (530) 672-3436
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