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OUTDOOR MUSIC FAQ
We have over 40 shows every summer, and can’t wait to welcome you to our beautiful beer garden this season! Keep reading to find answers to our most frequently asked questions regarding beer garden music!
HOW DO I BUY GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS?
General Admission tickets are sold at the door only, not online. You can pay with cash at the door attendant stand, or visit the inside bar before heading outside to pay with a card! If tickets are sold out online, that does NOT include General Admission – that means VIP options are sold out, and only GA remains.
WHAT SEATING IS THERE FOR GENERAL ADMISSION?
You’re welcome to bring your own lawn chair, or arrive earlier to grab one of our first come, first served seating options. We have a number of picnic tables throughout the beer garden that are available on a first come basis, as well as outdoor bar seating, and our firepit chairs. When you arrive, check out the seating map next to the door attendant for a visual of where to grab a seat or place your chair!
WHAT ARE THE VIP OPTIONS?
VIP lawn chairs and reserved tables are available ahead of time online. VIP lawn chairs are the first few rows of seats at every show, so you’re up front for the action and don’t have to haul your own chair! VIP reserved tables are on the upper patio area (near the building and outdoor bar), have real chairs with backs, and come with a server so there’s no waiting in beer lines or picking up your food orders inside. Click HERE to purchase VIP tickets for a show!
HOW MUCH IS COVER AND WHAT DOES THAT INCLUDE?
Cover is $5 or $10, depending on the show, and includes beer garden access for the entire evening. This includes unlimited mini golf! Click over to our show lineup page to see pricing for each show.
I JUST WANT TO MINI GOLF, DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY COVER?
Yes. Cover = beer garden access, whether you’re here for the show or just golf.
CAN I BUY TICKETS IN PERSON?
All VIP ticket sales are online only. Our ticketing platform is separate from our in-store point of sale, so to accurately maintain ticket inventory, all VIP tickets must be purchased through our website. Our taproom staff cannot sell you a ticket, and cannot troubleshoot online purchasing issues – they do not have access to the ticketing platform from the taproom. Please email info@presidentialbrewing.com if you’re having difficulty or need assistance.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Dogs and other pets are not allowed in the taproom or the beer garden, per health department rules. Service animals are always welcome.
CAN I BRING MY KIDS?
Sure! Cover charge is required for anyone age 5+, but all ages are welcome to every beer garden show.
CAN I BRING MY OWN FOOD OR BEVERAGE?
No, this is a restaurant and bar, not the beach 🙂
Where do I park?
Use the main lot at 8302 Portage Road. If it fills up, use the overflow lot just north of the mini golf course. If you park on the street, be kind to neighbors and do not block driveways or park on lawns.
WHERE CAN I SMOKE/VAPE?
There is absolutely no smoking of any kind in or around the beer garden. Smoking is not permitted along the fenceline either. Please visit the designated smoking area at the southwest corner of the building (look for the green smoking sign and cigarette butt receptacle).
WHAT IF THERE’S BAD WEATHER?
Shows are scheduled rain or shine! It’s rare that we will cancel a show, but in the event of severe weather, we will make the appropriate changes for the safety of our guests, staff, and performers. If we cancel a show before the start time, VIP ticketholders will be refunded or provided a rescheduled ticket date option. Refunds will not be provided if you choose to leave or not attend when the show goes on, so bring an umbrella if it might rain 😉
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Live Music near Kalamazoo in Portage, MI
If you are looking for the best live music in Kalamazoo, congratulations. You have found it! We have our amazing locally brewed CRAFT BEER. We have incredible FOOD OPTIONS. Now, we have incredible local artists here to entertain you! We pack out our summers with the very best local live music. We have artists from Kalamazoo and the surrounding area on our stage every Friday and Saturday night from May 1st through September 30th each year. Check out our UPCOMING SHOWS on the RED, WHITE, AND BLUE OX CREDIT UNION stage!
Live Music that will make you move
Make your smartwatch proud by getting your steps in on our dance floor! We have designed a custom American Flag out of stamped concrete and personalized red bricks. This creates plenty of space for you to get your groove on while listening to the best live music in Kalamazoo! With tons of incredible stage lighting, it is quite the sight to behold when the sun goes down. And with the bands that we are booking every summer, you won’t be able to stop your foot from tapping along. Before you know it, you will be out there with the rest of us dancing the night away by the RED, WHITE, AND BLUE OX CREDIT UNION stage!
upcoming concerts
We really mean it
We have the absolute best live music scene in the Kalamazoo area. With our spacious BEER GARDEN, our outdoor bar, the natural gas campfire, and the RED, WHITE, AND BLUE OX CREDIT UNION stage of course, you will not find this much fun packed into an outdoor space anywhere else. Our beer garden stage in Portage is super easy to get to, and no need for complicated downtown parking. Just excellent local live music.
Check out our UPCOMING SCHEDULE of local musicians taking the stage every summer at Presidential Brewing Co. Most of our shows have a $5 cover at the door so that we can bring in the very best bands. Your $5 earns you three hours of incredible live music AND unlimited MINI-GOLF for the night. What a deal!
catch the show with vip treatment
VIP Lawn Ticket
Let us make your life easy for the night. All you have to do is show up and sit in one of the first three rows with your VIP lawn ticket! We provide the comfy camp chairs. ***NEW THIS YEAR*** Place food orders right from your chair and we will deliver it to you!
Each show will have 30 of these seats available for purchase up to two weeks before the show. Many of these shows will sell out of our VIP Lawn Seats!
VIP Lawn Seats are just $10 for most shows and $15 for our premium shows. Guarantee yourself a spot at our next concert. Grab a VIP Lawn Seat for your favorite show, stroll in without having to carry your own chair, then sit in the first three rows to cheer on your favorite local musicians!
VIP Tables
You can really step things up with our VIP table seating. Similar to our VIP Lawn Tickets, our patio tables will be available for reservation two weeks before the show. Not only will you have a table and chairs waiting for you and your friends, you will also receive full table service. That’s right, somebody will go get your beer for you! Kick back and relax. Let us do the heavy lifting.
VIP tables are available for between $30 and $90, depending on the size of the table. Again, these are limited, so don’t wait too long! Secure your spot at our convenient VIP tables for our first concert now!
live music and craft beer… a match made in heaven
Nothing pairs better with live music than a refreshing drink in hand, and at Presidential Brewing Company, we’ve got just the thing to elevate your concert experience. Whether you’re tapping your feet to the rhythm or dancing like no one’s watching, our craft beer is the perfect accompaniment to every note.
Our locally brewed craft beers are the pride of Portage, Michigan, crafted with passion and precision to deliver flavors that hit all the right notes. From our bold IPAs and rich stouts to our crisp lagers and refreshing ales, there’s a brew for every palate. Each sip offers a symphony of flavors that will leave you applauding for an encore.
Check Out Our Current Draft List
And for those warm summer nights under the stars, we’re thrilled to offer our delightful beer slushies during our outdoor shows. These icy treats are a fan favorite, blending the best of our craft beer with a frosty twist – the perfect way to stay cool while you enjoy the tunes. Even Teddy Roosevelt would agree that our beer slushies are a “bully” good time.
Bands play the beer garden stage on Friday and Saturday nights from May through September. Come for the show and a pint we brewed.
Grab some amazing food!
Live music at Presidential Brewing Company isn’t just an auditory delight – it’s a full sensory experience, especially when paired with our mouth-watering menu. Because let’s face it, dancing and singing along to your favorite tunes works up quite an appetite, and we’ve got just the thing to satisfy those cravings.
Our menu features a delectable array of options, including chicken sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, pizzas, and loaded tater tot skillets. But let’s give a special shout-out to our incredible chicken sandwiches and loaded tater tot skillets, which are truly in a league of their own.
Imagine biting into one of our perfectly crafted chicken sandwiches – crispy or grilled to perfection, with all the right toppings, and nestled in a soft, fresh bun. It’s the kind of sandwich that even the Founding Fathers would have fought over. Thomas Jefferson might’ve penned a declaration just to get the recipe.
And then there’s our loaded tater tot skillets – a presidential pardon for your hunger. Topped with all the good stuff, these skillets are the decadent treat your live music night deserves. Think of it as a culinary version of “Hail to the Chief.”
For those looking for a quick and satisfying bite, we also offer pizza by the slice, grab-n-go burgers, and hot dogs. These handheld delights are perfect for enjoying without missing a beat. They’re the presidential solution to your mid-concert hunger pangs.
So come join us at Presidential Brewing Company for live music events that are sure to be a hit. Enjoy great tunes, fantastic food, and refreshing drinks in an atmosphere that celebrates the best of local craftsmanship and community spirit. Raise a chicken sandwich, a burger, or a tot – and toast to the perfect harmony of live music and delicious eats!
GET YOUR VIP TICKETS NOW!
Our live music events at Presidential Brewing Company are a hit, and VIP Lawn Seats and VIP Tables sell out every week! Make sure you grab your spot early to enjoy the best views and a truly VIP experience. Check out our upcoming shows now and secure your tickets before they’re gone. If you miss out on VIP tickets, don’t worry – we also offer general admission, so you can still join the fun and enjoy the music, great food, and craft beer! Hurry and book your VIP seats or general admission tickets today!