The annual Hops and Harvest Festival takes place at the Empire State Plaza on Wednesday.

The event offers a variety of beers crafted by some of the most innovative breweries across the state.

Some featured beers and ciders include Adirondack Oktoberfest and Indian Ladder Cider Donut.

You can also enjoy food, and live music.

There will also be a pie eating contest. Bluegrass band The Travelin’ McCourys will take center stage at the festival.

It all starts at the Empire State Plaza at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.