Beerfest is the best event in Cleveland!!! I look forward to it every year. If you buy your tickets before Christmas, it is $10 off, too. Paying for early admission is worth it if you are after the beers that run out first, or even if you just want a little extra time to pace yourself. They give you drink tickets but honestly only a few vendors actually collect them. It's really a free for all and you can drink as much as you'd like! The options are really great, with ciders, IPAs and specialty beers. There are buckets all around if you want to dump out a beer you didn't like. There's also a map so you can plan out where you want to go, or at least get a heads up when you are waiting in line. The glasses are plastic 5oz cup but you don't need any more than that for a tasting. If you find a beer you like, they will happily give you seconds. I've never been anywhere that has had no wait line in the ladies restroom but out the door for men, that was pretty funny! The food options are perfect for the event, but get really crowded and some ran out of food one year we went. Pro tip: make a pretzel necklace to snack on when you go. Trust me, you will thank yourself later in the evening. It's also neat to see all the different ones people come up with. I highly recommend this event!!