What's Hoppin' this Week? 10/3

Another week, another addition of WHTW. There is quite a bit going on in town this weekend, but I'm heading down to Boise for the "Hoptober Freshtival." It'll be my first time in Boise, so I'm looking forward to seeing what the city (and mostly the local breweries) have to offer. If you know of any must-visits while I'm there, please get at me on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Cheers everybody!

Thursday, October 4th

- Steel Barrel and Zona Blanca are hosting a "Send off to Summer Party" from 5 to 8 pm. They will be pairing the last of the summer beers from Golden Road Brewing with some special ceviche from chef Chad White. Limited to the first 24 people through the door. Facebook.

- Nectar in Kendall Yards is serving up their bi-monthly featured flight starting at 6 pm. The flight will include beers specifically from craft breweries that have been around since the 90's. This will kick off an entire month of 90's themed celebrations, so keep an eye out for more. 

- The Filling Station on 5th in CD'A is having a party to celebrate being the first spot in Idaho to have beer from Delaware's Dogfish Head Brewing on tap. They've got several special kegs lined up and will be giving out swag all night. 5 to 9 pm. Facebook. 

Friday, October 5th

- River City Brewing is hosting their monthly First Friday Garage Party From 4 to 10:30. Beer, food, live music and art. Halloween costumes are, of course, encouraged. Facebook.

- The Growler Guys in CD'A will be pouring the last three annual releases of Deschutes Black Butte Reserve. It's an 80's-themed event to honor Deschutes 1988 founding, so feel free to dress the part. Facebook.

- The Steel Barrel is hosting Fremont Brewing for their traveling fresh hop fest from 5 to 11 pm. They'll be featuring all three of "Field to Ferment" Fresh Hop Pale Ales and some other special beers. Facebook.

Saturday, October 6th

- The Manito Tap House is holding a 7th anniversary party and fresh hop event featuring 22+ fresh hop beers as well as food specials, live music and giveaways. Facebook.

- Also with reason to celebrate, Steady Flow Growler House in the Spokane Valley is turning 3 this weekend and is will be hosting a parking lot party from 1 to 6 pm. There will be several special beers on tap, games and giveaways all day. Facebook.

- Arbor Crest Cellars and their in-house brewery, Square Wheel, are having an Oktoberfest party from noon to 5 pm. Beer, games and live music are all in store. Facebook.

- Veterans Community Response, a local non-profit that supports combat veterans as they return home, is holding an Oktoberfest fundraiser from 6 pm to midnight. The event will feature several local beers, food, music, a silent auction and more. More details can be found on their Facebook page.

Sunday, October 7th

- Oktoberfest celebrations continue at Arbor Crest from noon to 5 pm. Facebook.