The Dark Drafts Festival

January 23th and 24th 2026

Step into a world of chilling tales and atmospheric ales at The Dark Drafts Festival on January 23rd and 24th. Join us at the historic Bube’s Brewery for a spine-tingling weekend celebrating horror literature like never before. From exclusive VIP access to evening delights, this event offers something for every fan of the macabre. Meet your favorite authors, discover new reads, and enjoy a truly haunting experience.

Dark Drafts 2026 — Guest Information & Schedule

Admission Details

VIP Ticket Holders

  • Friday Night: VIP & Author Party — 8:00 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday: Early Admission — 10:00 AM

  • Author Signing Event: Ends at 3:00 PM

Day Ticket Holders

  • Friday Night Free signing: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Saturday Admission: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Additional Ticketed Events

Saturday

  • 6:00 PM — The Murderous Mystery of Dr. Stanley LaStrange
    Murder Mystery Dinner Theater in Alois TICKETS

  • 7:00 PM — Speakeasy with Teeth
    Author Readings TICKETS

Dining & Late-Night Events

Dining

  • Catacombs Fine Dining (by reservation) 4:30 PM- 10:00 PM

  • The Bottling Works Restaurant (reservations available)
    Lunch and dinner available Saturday & Sunday
    Hours: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Late-Night

  • Karaoke: 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday

The Location

Bube’s Brewery in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania.

The oldest fully intact pre-prohibition era brewhouse left standing in the United States. This Victorian brewery and original hotel will provide the unique haunted backdrop for our event.