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6th Annual Ale Trail & More 2026

September 24th - 4:30-9pm

43+ craft beverage vendors. One amazing night.

$40 Tasting / $10 NA/DD Tickets - GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

Click Here to Get Tickets

Come for the craft beverages. Stay for the experience. Support the mission.

30 Wilson Road, Williamsville, NY 14221

The 6th Annual Ale Trail & More is back - and this year we're bigger than ever! Spend the evening exploring The Arc Erie County New York's beautiful ¼-mile wooded walking trail while sampling an incredible variety of craft beverages from 43+ local breweries, cideries, wineries, meaderies and distilleries. The Ale Trail & More is a fundraising event to benefit The Arc Erie County New York, a local non-profit that serves children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. September 24, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm at 30 Wilson Road, Williamsville, NY 14221. This 21+ event features a variety of local craft beer, wine, cider, mead, and spirit vendors pouring you samples on The Arc Erie County New York's 1/4 mile paved wooded walking trail in Williamsville. $40/ticket for Tasting. NA/DD tickets also available.

The event consists of local alcoholic craft beverage vendors, acoustic music performers, craft vendors, food trucks, a campfire, yard games, and more all on site! Don’t miss out on creations by The Arc Erie County’s Culinary Program as well as the Art Market featuring works created by Arc Artists. Merch Items for Sale Including: T-shirts, Long Sleeves, Hoodies, Steel Pint Glasses, & More!

Over 600 people came out for a great time last year with 31 Craft Beverage Vendors. We have grown the amount of Craft Beverage Vendors significantly and now’s your chance to bring your friends and be a part of the action while supporting a great cause.

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43+ Craft Beverage Vendors & Counting!

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Thank you to our generous 2026 event sponsors!

Keg Level Sponsors - $5,000

Parkview Health Services logo with a blue and black color scheme
Logo for Casullo's Automotive Services, Inc. with stylized text and a wrench icon, featuring the slogan 'Youuuuu Know it!!'
Logo of OneGroup with three interlocking gray circles above the word 'ONEGROUP' in bold blue letters, and the tagline 'A World of Risk Management and Insurance Expertise' in gray below.

Growler Level Sponsors - $2,500

Logo with the words 'Partners Packaging' encircling a stylized blue and black letter 'P'.
LOGO for CORR Distributors Inc., a family-owned company established in 1925, offering cleaning equipment and supplies.

Pint Level Sponsors - $1,000

U.S. Department of Transportation traffic sign indicating a route to U.S. Highway 1.
Logo of IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard with an orange, blue, and red symbol related to networking.

In-Kind Event Sponsors

Vintage cigar sign with a dark red background, gold and cream detailing, featuring two cigars and decorative elements.
RationAles logo - Williamsville NY Bar
Logo for Modern Disposal Services
Tops Friendly Markets logo with red hexagon and pink text
Logo of WNY Beer Trail featuring a stylized hop cone and star design with text

Special Thanks to our 2026 Ale Trail Committee Members for your dedication, time, and commitment in helping us grow this event!

Text your friends. Start the group chat. Pick your crew. TICKETS: $40 for Alcohol Tasting - $10 NA/Des. Driver

Click Here to Get Tickets for Ale Trail 2026!

Photos from Ale Trail!

A smiling woman with glasses standing behind a table at an outdoor event during autumn. The table displays pumpkins, a sunflower, tickets, and informational signs for the 'Day of Tickets' and 'The Arc Trail'. In the background, there are trees with f
Three people socializing at an outdoor event with a fire truck in the background. One man is pouring a drink, and a woman is facing away with long black hair.
Three smiling adults standing outdoors in front of a fire truck, with trees and a brick building in the background.
Four people standing together outdoors in a forested area during fall, smiling at the camera. In the background, there are signs related to environmental or community initiatives, and other people present.
Two smiling women standing close together outdoors during fall, holding drinks, with a green sign behind them that reads 'TALE Trail' and trees with autumn leaves in the background.
Two people smiling under a canopy at an outdoor event, with a table displaying several cans of Ellicottville Brewing Co. beverages and surrounded by trees with fall foliage.
A smiling woman with red hair standing behind a table with various drinks and bee-themed merchandise at an outdoor market in a wooded area during autumn.
A group of five smiling people standing together outdoors in autumn with trees and string lights behind them. They are holding small glasses, possibly for drinks, and appear to be at an outdoor event or festival.
A man with glasses and a beard smiling behind a wooden table displaying canned beverages at an outdoor event surrounded by fall-colored trees and a crowd of people.
Group of five friends standing together outdoors among autumn trees, smiling at the camera.
A woman with long dark hair smiling outdoors behind a display of various cans of Southern Tier Brewing Co. beer on a fall day with colorful autumn leaves in the background.
A man with curly hair and a beard smiling and holding a black cup in an outdoor wooded area with yellow and green leaves. There is a table in front of him with a water bottle, several cans, and some paper items, during daylight in fall.
A group of five people smiling and posing together outdoors in a wooded area with autumn leaves on the ground and trees in the background. They are enjoying a social gathering.
Group of people standing under a black tent with the words 'Celebrate Beer. Buffalo.' and 'Big Ditch Brewing Company' printed on it, outdoors during fall with colorful autumn leaves.
Three people standing together outdoors in a wooded area during fall, smiling at the camera, with hanging string lights above them.
Two people, a woman and a man, are standing close together outdoors in a park with trees showing fall foliage. They are smiling and holding a shared blue and black umbrella, which has rain droplets on it. The woman is wearing a brown sweater and glas
Two middle-aged men smiling at an outdoor gathering during fall; one wearing a black shirt and the other in a white athletic shirt and blue cap. There are other people, trees with autumn leaves, and string lights in the background.
Two men smiling and holding drinks at an outdoor gathering in a wooded area, with trees and fallen leaves in the background.
A happy couple smiling and holding glasses at an outdoor fall gathering among trees with colorful autumn leaves. Other people are visible in the background, some with backpacks and umbrellas, with string lights hanging above.
Group of women smiling and holding drinks at an outdoor event surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.
Woman smiling and holding a young child with big hat, in an outdoor setting with autumn trees and other people in the background.
People gathered outdoors at a craft beer festival under a white canopy, with a table displaying various craft beer cans and merchandise from Pearl Street Brewing Company.
Three people standing outdoors in a wooded area with autumn foliage, smiling and posing for the photo. The person on the left wears glasses and a beige t-shirt, the woman in the middle has brown hair and wears a black top, and the person on the right
A person enjoying drinks at an outdoor event in a wooded area during fall, with a table in front and a sign that reads 'RESURGENCE BREWING CO.' in the background.
A woman smiling and holding a glass, standing behind a cider stand at an outdoor event surrounded by fall leaves and pumpkins, with a wooded area and a highway in the background.
A man and woman smiling and standing close together outdoors, wearing rain ponchos in front of trees with changing leaves, holding drinks.
A man with a beard and black baseball cap smiling while holding a glass of beer, standing behind a table with cans of beer and informational signs, outdoors in a wooded area.
Two men standing outdoors, smiling, holding glasses, surrounded by trees and foliage in an autumn setting.
A smiling man and woman standing outside near a sign for The Arc Erie County New York, with a group of people in the background and trees around, on a cloudy evening.
Two young adults smiling and posing for a photo at an outdoor event, with tents and other people in the background.
Three volunteers standing behind a table with food and supplies, smiling, at an outdoor event, in front of a large orange and white sign for The Arc county. They are wearing tan T-shirts with a logo that reads "HLES Trail."
A smiling woman and a smiling man hugging each other back-to-back under a blue outdoor canopy. The woman has brown hair and is wearing a light brown shirt. The man has a beard, glasses on his head, and is wearing a dark brown shirt. In the background
Two young men standing outdoors on a cloudy day, both wearing glasses. One is smiling with black hair, dressed in a black jacket over a white shirt. The other has curly hair, wears a black and white varsity jacket, and has a neutral expression. They
Two smiling adults at an outdoor event, with tents and tables in the background. The man is wearing a red patterned shirt and a navy baseball cap, holding a drink. The woman is wearing glasses and a black shawl, with her hand on the man's shoulder.
Two women sitting outdoors at night, one in a wheelchair holding a drink, and a T-shirt with a maple leaf graphic hanging in the background.
Group of five women standing outdoors, smiling, holding drinks, dressed casually on a fall day with trees and a road in the background.
A man smiling standing behind a display of bottles of Tree Hugger Hard Cider at an outdoor booth, with a black canopy tent and trees in the background.
A man and woman standing outdoors in front of a table with drinks and supplies, smiling for the camera. The man is wearing a striped polo shirt and a cap, the woman a white shirt with a beach scene logo. There are trees and string lights in the backg
Group of people raising glasses of beer at an outdoor gathering under a canopy, with trees and other people in the background.
A man wearing a red hat with black band and glasses standing next to a woman with a black shirt and glasses, both smiling, in front of a red banner with black and gold writing for Old Scotland Road Distillery.
A woman with sunglasses on her head and a beige shirt is talking to two men at an outdoor event under autumn-colored trees. The woman is gesturing with her right hand, and the men are listening. There is a table with products and cups nearby, and oth
Group of four smiling people at an outdoor fall event, with trees and string lights in the background.
A smiling woman stands behind a table with soft drink cans, water bottles, and a sign that reads 'DD/NA Table. Are you wearing a blue wristband? This table is for YOU!' at an outdoor event with trees and fall foliage in the background.
Two smiling men at an outdoor event, one wearing sunglasses and a black cap, the other wearing a purple hoodie, holding shot glasses, with a group of people and autumn trees in the background.
A wooded area with fallen leaves, a tree with dried corn stalks tied to it, and signs advertising local businesses. Pumpkins and a small orange pig figurine are placed in front of the signs.
Two smiling men standing outdoors in front of a table with cans and bottles, surrounded by trees with fall foliage.
People gathered outdoors in fall, drinking beer, with trees and string lights in the background.
Four adults standing outdoors under a black canopy that reads "Hamburg Brewing Co." They are holding glasses of beer and smiling. The background has trees with green and yellow leaves, indicating fall, and a red folding chair with a small table.
A table with several cans of craft beer and small paper flags, with a person in a black shirt in the background and a forest with autumn trees.
Smiling man and woman standing outdoors in front of trees with fall foliage, at an autumn event or fair with a food stand in the background.
Three men standing outdoors at a table with drinks, smiling; two of them hold paper bags, one wears a golf cap and sunglasses; overcast sky, highway and trees in background.
Four colorful soda cans are placed on a wooden surface with a black igloo cooler in the background. The cans display various cartoon-style graphics and text.
A smiling man and woman standing outdoors on a cloudy day, wearing matching brown T-shirts with 'HLE Trail' written on them. The woman holds a red travel mug, and there's a grassy field with trees in the background.
Sign advertising that popcorn was donated by the Tulare Trail for a gourmet popcorn flavor called Dill Pickle & Caramel, with bags of flavored popcorn in the background.
A display of various cigars in wooden boxes at an outdoor market or event. The boxes feature branding and labels, with some open to reveal cigars inside. There are signs and a few people visible in the background.
A vendor booth at an outdoor event with signs reading 'Bea Buffy' and Mafia logo, plastic cups with labels, and trays of items on a wooden table, with people in the background and a grassy area with trees.
People browsing at an outdoor craft fair booth with handmade gifts, signs advertising holiday gift deals, and a green park background.
A woman smiling at a booth selling custom hats, jewelry, and accessories at an outdoor event, with hats, bracelets, and logo pins displayed.
Display of handmade decorative pumpkins in various colors and designs at an outdoor market, with trees and a grassy field in the background.
A group of people at an outdoor event in a wooded area with trees displaying autumn foliage. String lights hang above, and a green event poster is visible on the left side.
Black and tan dog with floppy ears and brown eyes standing among a crowd of people at an outdoor event.
People gathered around a table outdoors with wine bottles on display, engaged in conversation, suggesting a wine tasting event in a natural setting.
Three people smiling and holding drinks at an outdoor event on a cloudy day.
A group of six people standing outdoors in front of trees, smiling and posing for the photo. They are dressed casually, some with glasses and hats, with a mix of skin tones and hair colors.
Person pouring a yellow beverage from a can into a glass
A group of eight people smiling outdoors during a rainy event. They are wearing rain ponchos and holding drinks, with trees and gray sky in the background.
People in rain ponchos smiling, standing outdoors with trees in the background during dusk or evening.
A smiling man and woman stand outdoors at night, wearing clear plastic rain ponchos and a dark jacket, with string lights and trees in the background.
People gathered outdoors in a wooded area during daytime, socializing at an event with string lights and a tent in the background.
Two smiling people, a woman and a man, standing behind a table at an outdoor event in a wooded area during fall. The woman wears a teal shirt with a logo, and the man wears a blue patterned shirt, both with sunglasses. The table displays cans of beer
Close-up of a waffle and chicken tenders in a red and white checkered paper basket, with ketchup packet in the foreground. In the background, a blurred red and white fast food restaurant menu or sign.
Two women smiling at an outdoor market stand, with a sign saying 'Vegetables' in the background, surrounded by corn stalks and sunflowers.
A diverse group of five people standing outdoors in front of an architectural display board, at a fall outdoor event with trees and string lights in the background. They are smiling and holding drinks, with a sign that reads 'The Arc Erie County' and
Group of people at an outdoor event, smiling and holding glasses of wine, with a table of wine bottles in the foreground, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.
A group of people smiling and posing for a photo outdoors in front of a large sign for The Arc Erie County. The sign reads: 'Achieve with us.' and includes contact information. The group appears to be at a social or community event.
Group of people at an outdoor gathering with tents, some holding food and drinks, smiling for the camera.