Events

Prost! Celebrate the season Bavarian-style at our Oktoberfest Party featuring Fröhliche Musiker Blasorchester, beer tasting, delicious German-inspired food, and games. This isn't just a beer festival, it's the ultimate fall hangout with delicious food, great company, and an unbeatable atmosphere!

$25 GA Ticket:

• A commemorative W.H. Ales Oktoberfest pint glass.
• Access to tasting stations. Package includes 8 drink tasting tickets.
• It pays to be a Mug Club Member, enjoy this ticket package on us!

$49 VIP Ticket:

• Includes everything above plus 3 drink tickets to fill your pint glass with your choice of our featured brews.
• Exclusive Oktoberfest-inspired buffet dinner at 5:00 PM.
• Includes a tour of the brewery operations with the Brewmaster. 
• Throw on your best lederhosen or dirndl, enjoy live music with Fröhliche Musiker Blasorchester, and raise a glass with friends. Whether you're a beer lover or just in it for the food and fun, this is the ultimate fall hangout.

Agenda

2:00 PM - Doors Open

3:00 PM - Games Begin (Win Lots of Prizes)

3:30 PM - Brewery Tour

4:00 PM - Fröhliche Musiker Blasorchester Band Takes Stage

5:00 PM - VIP Buffett

6:30 PM - Brewery Tour

Menu

Starters (Vorspeisen)

• Pretzels and Beer Cheese: Soft, chewy pretzels served with our homemade beer cheese

Main Courses (Hauptspeisen)

• Schnitzel: Thinly pounded and breaded pork or veal cutlets, pan-fried to a golden brown.
• Grilled Sausage and Bratwurst: Serve with a variety of mustards

Side Dishes (Beilagen)

• Kartoffelsalat: German-style potato salad
• Sauerkraut: Tangy, fermented cabbage
• Spaetzle: Soft egg noodles, often pan-fried with butter and topped with fried onions
• Fire Roasted Seasonal Vegetables: Fresh seasonal vegetables, kissed by the flames of an open fire

Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.

Join us for Steal a Pint Night at W.H. Ales Brewpub! Every first Tuesday of the month, order any pint of our handcrafted beer and take home a complimentary W.H. Ales branded glass. It's the perfect way to enjoy your favorite brew and add to your glassware collection.

Come and be a part of history at the 1st Ever Midland Street Local Brewery Bar Tour! On Thursday, October 16th, from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM, for just $25, you can embark on a beer-tasting adventure featuring some of the best breweries from across the valley.

Your ticket includes 25 beer samples, a commemorative pint glass, and the opportunity to cast your vote for "Who makes the best beer in the valley?" The People's Choice awards ceremony will be held at Westown at 9 PM, where five different categories will be recognized.

Discover a diverse range of local brews at the following locations:

• Oracle Brewing (Saginaw) at Brooklyn Boyz
• Loggers Brewing (Saginaw) at the Rathskeller
• Tri City Brewing (Bay City) at O'Hares Bar
• Midland Brewing (Midland) at Westown
• Three Bridges Brewing (Midland) at the River Rock
• W.H. Ales (Bay City) at W.H. Ales Brewpub (inside The Liberty Harbor Event Center)

This fantastic event is proudly sponsored by Happy Tappy Draft Beer Services and The Midland Street Merchant's Association West Side Bay City.

Don't miss out on this incredible evening of local flavor and community fun! Tickets are available for purchase at any participating location.

Join us for a spooky spectacular hockey kickoff banquet as we celebrate the start of the tournament, where players, coaches, families, and fans can come together for a night of frightful fun and hockey fever. Get ready for a night filled with monstrous memories, including:

• A Hauntingly Delicious Dinner: A full-course meal to fuel up for the tournament!
• DJ to keep the party going for the kids!

This is the perfect way to kick off the hockey season with a festive, family-friendly event. Don't miss out on this wicked good time!

Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours before they vanish into thin air! We can't wait to see you for a night of tricks, treats, and hockey!

Join us for the 2nd Annual Midland Street Trick or Treat, a fun-filled afternoon hosted by W.H. Ales! On Saturday, October 25th, from 12 PM to 2 PM in the W.H. Ales parking lot, we're bringing together over 30 local participants to hand out candy, books, and more.

Meet and greet with local heroes from the Bay City Police and Fire Departments, and visit with community partners like CAN Council, United Way, Sage Library, Foster Families NRC, UBP, and Mayor Girard. Get an up-close look at emergency vehicles and enjoy a fantastic day of trick-or-treating!

This event is sponsored by The Midland Street Business District and Midland Street Management Board.

Calling all engaged couples!

Join us for an exclusive wedding showcase at The Liberty Harbor Event Center! 

This intimate event is your chance to:

• Gain expert advice: Get valuable tips on wedding planning and menu selection from industry professionals.
• Meet the best vendors: Connect one-on-one with the area's top wedding vendors, covering everything from flowers to photography.
• Explore our services: Discover our DJ, pastry, and photography services making us a one-stop shop!

Ticket Includes:

• Admission to the showcase
• Delicious hors d'oeuvres
• A plethora of our tastiest buffet items
• An assortment of our most popular cupcakes
• A cash bar will be available

Hors D'oeuvres and Food Sampling Menu includes:

• BBQ Meatballs 
• Spinach Dip with Pita Chips
• Charcuterie Board with Meats and Cheeses
• Pepperoni Pizza
• Parmesan Breaded Chicken topped with Marinara and Melted Mozzarella Cheese
• Herb-Crusted Top Round with Bone Broth Au Jus
• Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
• Korean BBQ Sticky Ribs
• Grilled Vegetable Penne Pasta with Pesto Butter
• Herb Roasted Redskin Potatoes
• Smokehouse Macaroni and Cheese
• Seasoned Jasmine Rice
• Honey Glazed Carrots
• Oven Roasted Lemon Garlic Green Beans
• Grilled Herb Zucchini and Squash
• Classical Caesar Salad
• Tossed Salad with Assorted Dressings
• Tri-Colored Pasta Salad
• Pepperoni Pizza

Limited tickets available! Reserve yours today (space is limited).

Don't miss this chance to plan your dream wedding with ease!

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED (989) 778-2347

Celebrate Thanksgiving with your family and friends this year at Liberty Harbor Event Center. Our team of chefs will prepare all of the traditional holiday favorites, plus put their own special touches on the buffet!

Menu

Featuring

• Hand-Carved Michigan Apple Brined Turkey
• Fire Smoked Peach and Brown Butter Glazed Ham

Vegetables

• Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Gravy
• Roasted Sweet Potatoes
• Traditional Stuffing
• Green Beans with Caramelized Onions and Toasted Almonds
• Corn O’Brien
• Roasted Butternut Squash

Salads

• Fresh Mixed Greens with Assorted Garnishes and Dressings
• Tri-Color Pasta Salad With Tortellini
• Cottage Cheese
• Classic Cranberry-Orange Relish
• Fresh Dinner Rolls and Maple Pecan Butter

Desert Station

• Assorted Pies
• Assorted Cookies

Cancellations: Please contact us 24 hours in advance to change or cancel your reservation at no charge. If you do not cancel 24 hours prior to your reservation, you will be charged 50% of the buffet price per person.

Payment collected at check-in - 18% Gratuity and 6% sales tax added to all checks. A 3% surcharge will be applied to credit cards.

Credit card number required to hold reservations for groups of 10 or more.

The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year

Silver bells are ringing at this seasonal standup performance, but the jolly jokester gets upstaged by an event far worse than bad holiday comedy: a murder! With humbug hovering over the holiday, it is up to the unamused audience to unravel the mystery of whodunnit like last year’s tacky knitted holiday sweater. While murder is making the night not-so-merry-and-bright, you must gather information, bribe your guests for clues, and solve the crime before this comedy act becomes a tragedy!

Come dressed for the event in any of the following:

• Santa hats
• Ugly sweaters
• Anything red

Costume Ideas

• Santa Claus
• Mrs. Claus
• Elf
• Snowman 
• Reindeer

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring:

• Cash Bar
• Herb-Crusted Top Round with Bone Broth Au Jus
• Creamy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
• Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
• Fire-Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
• Tossed Salad with Assorted Dressings