Buffalo Beer Scene Updates, Taproom Closure and Festival Plans

Iron Cedar Brewing and Meadery has temporarily closed its taproom at 4345 Genesee Street, the location across from the airport, while the owners search for a new site. During the closure the brewery will concentrate on online retail, contract brewing and packaged event services, a shift that will affect where fans can sample Iron Cedar offerings and how the brand will reach retailers and private events in the meantime.

Also covered in the November 18 Buffalo Beer Buzz was the return of CollaBEERation, with the sixth festival set for April 25, 2026 at the Powerhouse. The column called out both VIP and general admission sale windows, providing advance notice for those who want early access to limited tickets. Festival goers and homebrew clubs should mark the date, as CollaBEERation has become a regional gathering point for breweries, collaborative projects and industry conversations.

The roundup listed local sellers offering Advent style beer boxes, and it compared price points across Western New York retailers. For collectors and gift buyers planning seasonal purchases, the column serves as a practical shopping guide that can help buyers decide where to buy curated beer calendars and how much to expect to spend across stores in the region.

Buffalo Beer Buzz also confirmed Mr. Goodbar's Annual Cask Fest for December 4, and included details on participating breweries and tickets. Cask Fest remains one of the more hands on events for cask conditioned beer in the area, and it offers a chance for homebrewers and cellar keepers to sample traditional serving methods, speak directly with local brewers and discover rarer taps.

For the homebrewing community the combined items matter in different ways. A temporary taproom closure can mean fewer local taps for recipe testing and community nights, while contract brewing and event packages may open new collaboration opportunities. Festival dates and ticket windows give clubs time to plan attendance and organize trade or collaboration releases. The Advent box pricing list is timely for anyone recruiting gifts, planning tastings or assembling comparative tasting panels. Readers are advised to consult the Buffalo Beer Buzz post for ticket links, vendor lists and the most current event details.