Lots of cool news coming out of New Ulm surrounding August Schell’s 150th Anniversary Schellabration with fun on September 17th & 18th both at the brewery and the nearby South Park and will include music, tasting and more fun. Look below the fold for complete details.

Other news:

• The newly installed fermentation tank is up and running, and they should be getting their first batch of Grain Belt from it shortly.
• The first batch of Oktoberfest has been bottled and kegged, and will be out on shelves in mid August- had a few bottles already and it is fantastic.
• Finally, they will begin tiling the new filter room soon as construction/renovation of the old cellar room moves along. The new filter is already in, and they’re hoping to have it operational by this fall.

Full press release below the fold.

Ok, we got the date and the location, but we’ll have to wait for more details. Until then, mark your calendars for Surlyfest at Surly Brewing on Sept 18, 2010!

Update:

-Gates open at 2:00, event goes to 6:00.

-Rain or shine!

-Tickets are $35. With ticket you get admission, SurlyFest Stein & 4 drink tokens.

-Food available for purchase at the brewery.

-Designated Driver tickets available for $10 each. 2 tickets provided for sodas. (No Stein)

-2 Bands will be playing. TBA

-No tickets will be sold day of the event.

-Tickets for sale at the brewery 9-5, M-F.

-On-line tickets available in a week or so.

-Please plan on arranging safe transportation options.

-Sponsored by the City of Lakes Nordic Ski Foundation!