Tears & Beer Craft Brew & Hot Sauce Festival

Join us at The Rio Nido Lodge for our very first Tears & Beer Festival! Get ready to sweat, sip, and savor at the ultimate celebration of flavor.

Enjoy a day of fiery fun as some of the world’s most creative hot sauce makers come together with top Sonoma County and Northern California breweries.

Whether you're a seasoned heat-seeker or a casual hot sauce fan, you won’t want to miss the Hot Wing Challenge—featuring a $250 cash prize for the fastest eater of the most fiery chicken wings. No napkins, no water, no milk!

Delicious food designed to be perfectly sauced will be available for purchase, including wings and more.

Enjoy a vendor market in our Redwood Grove filled with unique hot sauces, local goods, and the chance to sample a unique variety of refreshing craft brews.