WESTPORT — Hops to it, because there will be a lot brewing downtown Oct. 16.

“Westoberfest” promises to be a barrel of fun — and beer, of course — as organizers have tapped a diverse collection of breweries to showcase their craft and seasonal beverages at the Sigrid Shultz Lot on Elm Street. It will take place rain or shine.

The fest, organized by the Westport Downtown Association, is more than a beer blast.

Events get underway at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, with family-friendly activities adjacent to the beer-tasting area. There will be pumpkin and apple give-aways, and the Artists Collective of Westport will help youngsters design creative jack-o’-lanterns.

The Small Car Co. of Westport plans an air-cooled classic car rally and exhibition.

Beer tastings start pouring from 2 to 5 p.m., in an area designated for those 21 years old and over. “Scores of tastings from a variety of award-winning and innovative breweries” will be available, according to “Westoberfest” organizers.

Among the breweries on hand for the fest will be: Fiddlehead, Kent Falls, Black Hog, Aspetuck, East Rock, Devil’s Purse, Housatonic, 2 Roads, Lawsons, Fishers Island, Athletic Brewing and Fifth State.

Food offerings will include fare from Walrus + Carpenter and Dough Girls Pizza.

Music will be performed by Amber Anchor and the Paul Green School of Rock.

Tickets for “Westoberfest” beer tastings are on sale now here. Cost of an advance single ticket is $40, a pair costs $75 and group tickets for 10 people are $350. On the day of the festival, $50 single tickets will be sold.

Ticket buyers receive an age-verified wristband, unlimited tastings, as well as a “Westoberfest” tasting glass and beer “koozie.”

For more information about the Westport Downtown Association, call 203-293-0099 or email info@westportdowntown.com