Great event!
The only real problem is the time if the year. It's a little too hot, but I'm rating the event and not the weather.
This is by far one of the best Las Vegas beer festivals because of the location. It's nice to get a beer from a tent and then walk around before coming up on another tent. You really get to enjoy the beer at that point. The scenery at the Springs Preserve is something to enjoy as well.
Blues entertainment goes on through the whole event. That part of the amphitheater is set up right next to a bunch of beer tents, which makes it nice to be able to grab a beer and then sit down on a blanket to listen to some music.
There is plenty of beer at this festival and many tents, so no real fear of long lines and empty cups. It can be difficult to navigate the beer map if you have never been to the Springs Preserve; however, that's part of the adventure. Many of the local breweries bring out some special beers or beers made just for the festival which make for some unique offerings.
There are different food spots located around the fest---whether it's a restaurant booth, a food truck, or some standard vendor BBQ.
One word of advice, HYDRATION!!!!! It's hot and there is great beer, but drink tons of water