FAQ

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT DETAILS OF THIS EVENT MAY CHANGE AT ANY TIME. PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE OR ON FACEBOOK FOR THE LATEST INFO ON DOUBLE THAI.P.A. DAY!
 

For information and photos from Double Thai Day 2015 click here.

  1. What Day is the Event?
    Saturday Aug. 27th 2016

  2. Where is the Event?
    Bare Hands Brewery (outside)
    12804 Sandy Court
    Granger IN, 46530

  3. What time is the Event?
    Gates will open at Noon and last call is at 8:30pm, event ends at 9pm

  4. Where do we park?
    There is absolutely no parking or trespassing on the newly seeded lot directly south of our property (last years parking lot)

    Also no parking in or near the cul-de-sac. You will be asked to move your car immediately.

    Our designated parking lot is at the beginning of Princess Way before you pass the KOA in specified lots of BIG C Lumber. A BrewsLine - Michiana shuttle will provide transportation to and from the festival grounds if you do not wish to walk. These will be rapid transports during the initial opening of the event and will be scheduled every 15 mins or so throughout the day after the initial rush.

    A Festival map can be downloaded here!

  5. Do I need tickets?
    Yes, Tickets maybe purchased in our taproom, online here. General Admission tickets will be offered at the gate or online but do not include the ability to obtain Bottles of Double Thai.P.A. see below for further details.

  6. When will tickets go on sale?
    Tickets go on sale at the beginning of Indiana's First Craft Beer Week, Sunday April 24th @ 12pm EST
    Bottle allotment tickets maybe obtained online up until Aug 23rd or they are sold out whichever comes first! GA and DD tickets maybe purchased until Aug 26th online. GA and DD tickets maybe purchased the day of the event (subject to availability)

  7. How much are tickets?
    There are 4 different ticket options and they are as follows:
    Designated Driver that includes admission to the event for $15.00 + Service fees
    General Admission that includes 2 beer tickets and admission to the event for $20.00 + Service fees
    2 Bottles + 1 Variant that includes 2 x Double Thai.P.A. 22oz Bottles + 1 x 22oz Variant + Event Snifter + 3 Beer Tickets + Admission to event for $75.00 + Service fees
    4 Bottles + 2 Variants that includes 4 x Double Thai.P.A. 22oz Bottles + 2 x 22oz Variant + Event Snifter + 4 Beer Tickets + Admission to event for $125.00 + Service fees
    YOU CAN ONLY RECEIVE DOUBLE THAI.P.A. BOTTLES TO GO ON AUG 27TH IF YOU PURCHASE A TICKET WITH A BOTTLE ALLOTMENT. NO CASH OR CREDIT SALES OF DOUBLE THAI.P.A. OR THEIR VARIANTS WILL BE CONDUCTED THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
    DOUBLE THAI.P.A. AND THEIR VARIANTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR RETAIL SALE AFTER THE EVENT!

  8. Why are tickets so expensive this year compared to last year?
    Please take note of the various ticket options. Last year tickets did not include bottles of Double Thai.P.A. or the event glassware. This year those are included in the tickets! This year we will have variants of Thai and Double Thai in bottles, something we did not do last year! This allows everyone at the event to carry less cash, you and us. This allows for a safer, more efficient event as your allotment will be held for you until 7pm that day so you may come collect your bottles at your convenience. Also we have some killer bands lined up and unfortunately they don't work on free beer alone! Who knew?
    YOU CAN ONLY RECEIVE DOUBLE THAI.P.A. ON AUG 27TH IF YOU PURCHASE A TICKET WITH A BOTTLE ALLOTMENT. NO CASH OR CREDIT SALES OF DOUBLE THAI.P.A. OR THEIR VARIANTS WILL BE CONDUCTED THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
    DOUBLE THAI.P.A. AND THEIR VARIANTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR RETAIL SALE AFTER THE EVENT!

  9. How many tickets with bottle allotments may I purchase?
    You may purchase 2 Tickets that include bottle allotments, however bottle limits are per person, not per ticket. You should only buy as many tickets as you need for parties attending the event. You will be asked for each persons name attending at the time of sale, duplicate tickets will be canceled. You will be given a bottle voucher when you arrive at the door. Be sure to get this when you first check in as you will not be able to obtain a ticket once past the front gates.

  10. Do I need to bring my ticket if I ordered it online?
    Your tickets maybe printed or setup on your smartphone for check-in. You must have your ticket with you at the gate. If you bought multiple tickets make sure each person has their specific ticket.

  11. Will tickets be individualized?
    Yes, when you checkout you will be asked for each attendee's name.

  12. Are all sales final?
    Yes, all ticket sales are final, however if you cannot attend you may transfer your ticket see below.

  13. I purchased the wrong allotment ticket may I change it?
    All sales are final however you may transfer the ticket into another persons name and purchase the correct ticket. (subject to availability) See the next question for info on how to transfer a ticket.

  14. I cannot attend may I transfer my ticket to someone else?
    Yes you may do this in your Universe dashboard. See this link for details.

  15. What does a Door/General Admission ticket get me?
    General Admission tickets include entry to the beer/music event and 2 beer tickets. If you want to receive bottles of Double Thai.P.A. or their variants you must purchase tickets that includes a bottle allotment online or in our taproom ahead of the event. (subject to limited quantities) NO CASH OR CREDIT SALES OF DOUBLE THAI.P.A. OR THEIR VARIANTS WILL BE CONDUCTED THE DAY OF THE EVENT! Other Bare Hands Brew Bottles and Cans will be available for sale during the event however.

  16. Do I need my ID?
    Yes this event is 21+

  17. I am not drinking do I still have to pay to enter the event?
    Designated driver tickets will be available for $15. Plenty of food and other Non-Alcoholic drinks will be available.

  18. Why is there a charge for Designated Driver Tickets?
    Entry fees are what helps us secure bands and food vendors so we have the best accommodations since this is not only a beer festival it is a music festival as well!

  19. Will I be guaranteed Double Thai.P.A?
    Only those who purchase a ticket that includes a bottle allotment and collect their allotment by 7pm on Aug 27th will be able to receive Double Thai.P.A. Bare Hands Brewery cannot hold bottles to be picked up at a later date nor can we replace broken or lost bottles.
    YOU CAN ONLY RECEIVE DOUBLE THAI.P.A. ON AUG 27TH IF YOU PURCHASE A TICKET WITH A BOTTLE ALLOTMENT. NO CASH OR CREDIT SALES OF DOUBLE THAI.P.A. OR THEIR VARIANTS WILL BE CONDUCTED THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
    DOUBLE THAI.P.A. AND THEIR VARIANTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR RETAIL SALE AFTER THE EVENT!

  20. What are the Variants included in the tickets?
    One variant name/info will be released every 2 weeks on Friday leading up to the event starting July 1st. So keep an eye out here, Facebook and twitter for announcements.

    Variants Include:
    Thai Peanut
    Double Dry Hopped Double Thai
    Mango Coconut Thai
    Black Thai
    Mandarin Orange Thai

  21. Will I be able to choose my variant?
    We will do our best to get you a variant of your liking but cannot be guaranteed, If you got a ticket that includes two variants you will not receive two of the same one. (you must pick two different variants) Bottle allotments will be prepacked for quick and easy delivery and variants will be on a first come first serve basis. But everyone will get one who has an allotment ticket!

  22. Will you have other bottles and cans for sale?
    In addition to Double Thai.P.A., we will also have Thai.P.A. as well as other offerings from Bare Hands Brewery only!

  23. Can I receive my bottles and return back for them later?
    Bottle pickup will be from Noon to 7pm, your bottles are reserved you will not miss out on getting your bottles unless you cannot arrive by 7pm.
    If you do not collect your bottles by 7pm you will forfeit your allotment as we will not have pickup available once the bottle line closes. Please come prepared!

  24. Is there a limit to the number of Double Thai.P.A. I can receive?
    Yes. Tickets that include bottle allotments of Double Thai.P.A. and their variants maybe obtained online up until July 24th or they are sold out whichever comes first!
    YOU CAN ONLY RECEIVE DOUBLE THAI.P.A. ON AUG 27TH IF YOU PURCHASE A TICKET WITH A BOTTLE ALLOTMENT. NO CASH OR CREDIT SALES OF DOUBLE THAI.P.A. OR THEIR VARIANTS WILL BE CONDUCTED THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
    DOUBLE THAI.P.A. AND THEIR VARIANTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR RETAIL SALE AFTER THE EVENT!

  25. What do I need to bring to the bottle allotment line?
    You will need yourself and your bottle allotment ticket. Shortly after bottle allotment ticket sales are over you will get a series of notifications. 1st being a message from us letting you know that bottle allotment tickets will be emailed shortly, followed by an additional email that is your bottle allotment ticket. This will look almost identical to your gate entry ticket so make sure you come with both (paper or on your smartphone) and have the correct ticket, your gate ticket includes everything you get with the ticket, your bottle allotment ticket will say *BOTTLE ALLOTMENT* followed by your allotment amount. These will be scanned like your gate ticket.

  26. Will Double Thai.P.A. be on tap during the event for consumption?
    Yes as well as variants and anyone who has an admission ticket to the event will have a chance to purchase Double Thai.P.A. and variants on draft!

  27. What other beers will be on tap during the event?
    TBA

  28. Will other breweries be pouring beer at the event?
    Yes! The following Breweries have confirmed participation in Double Thai Day so far.
    18th Street (Hammond, IN)
    Black Acre Brewing (Indianapolis, IN)
    Burn 'Em Brewing (Michigan City, IN)
    Central State Brewing (Indianapolis, IN)
    Crooked Ewe Brewery (South Bend, IN)
    Evil Czech Brewing (Mishawaka, IN)
    Goshen Brewing (Goshen, IN)
    Greenbush Brewing (Sawyer, MI)
    Scarlet Lane Brewing (McCordsville, IN)
    Taxman Brewing (Bargersville, IN)
    Wildrose Brewing (Griffith. IN)

  29. Will there be a rain check if the weather is bad?
    This event is rain or shine!

  30. How much are beers during the event?
    Each beer ticket is $2:
    Tier 1 beers are 2 tickets ($4)
    Tier 2 beers are 3 tickets ($6)
    Tier 3 beers are 4 tickers ($8)

  31. Who is playing music during the event?
    11:45am - 1:00p Robert Rolfe Feddersen (yes music will begin before the gates open to keep you line waiters entertained!)
    1:00pm - 1:30pm High Gravity
    2:00pm - 3:00pm Moveable Types
    3:30pm - 4:45pm Hey Annie
    5:15pm - 6:30pm Innerstate Transit
    7:00pm - 9:00pm Earphorik

  32. Will there be food at the event?
    Yes, vendors include:
    La Margarita of Indianapolis
    The Grateful Green Food Truck of South Bend
    Greenbush Brisket Van

  33. Do food vendors except Credit Cards?
    La Margarita of Indianapolis - Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express
    The Grateful Green Food Truck of South Bend - Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express
    Greenbush Brisket Van - Cash, Visa, Mastercard, & Discover

  34. Can my children come?
    This is a 21+ event. So sure if they are over 21.

  35. Can I bring my dog or other pet?
    Although we are animal lovers, we ask that you refrain from bringing your pets due to the large attendance that we anticipate. Only official service animals will be allowed inside the festival.

  36. Is this a cash only event?
    No, we will also be accepting all major credit cards at beer ticket stations and merchandise lines, Food vendors also have their own policy on payment options. Please see above regarding food vendors. We suggest if you want to tip for great service that you bring cash, but your always welcome to tip when you purchase beer or water tickets with a CC as well. Keep in mind many of our workers will be generous volunteers as we cannot carry out an event like this with our staff alone!

  37. Is there lodging nearby?
    We share a business park with the KOA Camp Grounds. You may click here for their website. It is within walking distance of the brewery.
    We have arranged for special room rates rates for Aug 26th and 27th at the Hampton Inn & Suites in the Heritage Square Plaza which is 4.2 miles from the Brewery on US 23. Click here for the special rates, you must book by July 29th. If you need additional dates you will need to contact the hotel directly at 574-222-1965

    We recommend parking at your hotel and getting an Uber to the Event it will cost you less then $5 and if you haven't used Uber before You can get your first ride (up to $15 off) on us. Just click here.

  38. Can I bring beer for trade/sharing?
    Due to Indiana State Excise laws we cannot allow beer to be brought into the festival. Trust us there will be plenty of varieties of brew to be had at the event! Thank you for understanding.

  39. Are there prohibited items?
    Common sense folks. We all want to have fun - no weapons, grills, or coolers. This isn’t a frat party! Just bring yourself and any accommodations you require for health reasons and we will bring the fresh beer, food and music!

  40. May we leave and reenter the festival grounds?
    You may exit and return only if you have your wristband and hand stamped before you leave the event.

  41. Where can we park?
    Although we recommend alternate travel if you will be driving to the event we will have designated parking and parking staff on site to assist you on where to safely and legally park in the princess way business park. See our festival map below.

    Uber is also available to and from Bare Hands Brewery from most locations in and around South Bend/Mishawaka/Elkhart If you haven't used Uber you can get up to $15 off your first ride by Clicking Here.

  42. Is there a Festival Map?
    Click Here

  43. Can we have growlers filled of the beers on tap during the event?
    Due to the number of attendees expected we cannot offer growler fills on this day. Also our Tap Room will be closed. We will have plenty of brews to offer for to-go and to consume on site. So come enjoy the Music, Food, Beer and Friends!

  44. What are the Taproom hours leading up to and after Double Thai.P.A. Day?
    Sunday Aug. 21st Noon-7pm
    Monday Aug. 22nd 4pm-10pm
    Tuesday-Thursday Aug. 23rd-25th 4pm-11pm
    Friday Aug. 26nd 4pm-7pm (closing early)
    Saturday Aug. 27th Closed (Double Thai.P.A. Day Event Outside)
    Sunday Aug. 28th Closed (recovery and cleanup)
    We return to Normal Business hours on August 29th

  45. Questions?
    Online ticket purchase support? Click Here
    Hotel Accommodations? Holi @ 574-222-1965
    Double Thai.P.A. Day General Info? info@barehandsbrew.com