Brews and canoes returning to Lock 9

Down a River Down a Beer set for Aug. 4

PIQUA — A popular local event will return for the fifth year when Down A River Down A Beer (DARDAB) celebrates five years of river fun and craft brews on the Great Miami River from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, at Lock 9 Riverfront Park in downtown Piqua.

Ninety-nine international craft beers are featured each summer, with attendees invited to sample from the eclectic mix of frosty international and local brews. Vendors will offer food and many impressive beer swag items will be bid upon in silent auction.

Popular musician Mark Cantwil will entertain all evening, back by request after his recent Country Concert appearance. Always highly anticipated, the flaming River Fire Rings will light up the river after dark to “smoke and fire” music.

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