Oberon Ale Fans Rejoice: Here’s When the Seasonal Brew Drops

Sure, it's still winter time in West Michigan, which means we have to deal with cold weather, and days that get dark way too soon.

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But there are little things that remind us that spring will soon be here with warmer weather and sunnier days.

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One of those reminders involves a beer that is beloved in Michigan since it was first available in 1992

When Is Oberon Day 2026

Bell's Brewery shared on Monday that Oberon Day 2026 would be happening on Monday March 23rd.

Oberon Day is a chance for beer lovers to celebrate the annual release of Bell’s Brewery’s Oberon Ale, which as of 2022 is now officially recognized as first day of spring in Michigan.

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On this special day Oberon lovers head to Bell’s Eccentric Café in Kalamazoo where they host a daylong party with the first Oberon pour, live music, special taps, and cool freebies.

The party doesn't just happen at Bell’s Eccentric Café, Bars across the state often have fun Oberon release parties of their own where people get to take a sip of that tasty beer with an orange slice.

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It doesn't happen every year but I'm hopeful that one Oberon release day the forecast is sunny so that I can enjoy my beer on a patio, even if I need to wear a hoodie or jacket.