L.A. Beer Week’s Opening Festival tickets go on sale Friday

Previously held in September, L.A. Beer Week moves to June for 2015, and celebrations will kick-off with a beer festival on June 20. Hosted by the L.A. Brewers Guild, the marquee event also moves from last year’s home in Chinatown to Exposition Park’s south lawn, and tickets will go on sale on Friday at noon.

This year’s larger festival will feature more than 70 breweries, including all the local favorites, such as Beachwood Brewing, El Segundo Brewing Co., Smog City Brewery; local music on two stages; and lots more space for food trucks and vendors.

The discounted presale tickets are $40, and the price jumps to $45 when those sell out or on May 1. There are also VIP tickets available for $65 that include early admission with access to special brews. Visit labeerweek.com/tickets for details.