On Tuesday, November 15, the country of Belgium will celebrate King’s Day, and the U.S. will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Vanberg & DeWulf. This Cooperstown, NY beer importer is widely credited with introducing Americans to the wonderful world of Belgian beer, a style that permeates our current craft brew culture.

Husband and wife Don Feinberg & Wendy Littlefield began importing in 1982, when the U.S. beer craft beer scene was in its infancy. Along the way they founded Brewery Ommegang, and brought a myriad of different Belgian and other artisan brews to establishments around the nation.

In honor of this wonderful progress, bars throughout the country are participating in a “Coast-to-Coast Toast” to the Belgian experts. Untappd has created a special badge and contest for the event: check with one of the 30 official Vanberg & DeWulf beers and you’ll receive a special entry code. Take that code to Untappd’s online form and you’ll be entered to win a three-night vacation in Belgium.

There’s also a list of bars hosting events, by state (PDF), and in DC you'll find events at ChurchKey and Brasserie Beck. Come out and join in the toast!

Event Date: 11/15
Event Time: Varies
Location: Various Bars
Price: PAYG
Type: Beer
Website: belgianexperts.com/c2ct