Budweiser celebrated 150 years as an American icon and honored America’s 250th birthday this past weekend with festivities across St. Louis, home of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery.
The highlight of the weekend’s events was the performance put on by Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd on Sunday night in St. Louis City.
Freebirdin the St. Louis streets–
Last night, Lynyrd Skynyrd did St. Louis proud by playing@budweiserusa150 Birthday Celebration. It was very patriotic with bald eagles Fireworks and a lot of American flag representation.pic.twitter.com/AogzGFCMud
— Eddie McHackski Ⓜ️ (@EdBigCon)May 18, 2026
Budweiser released this press release for the occasion.
St. Louis, MO – April 6, 2026 – Budweiser, the #1 American Classic Lager1, is celebrating 150 years as an American icon and honoring America’s 250th birthday the best way it knows how: bringing people together for an unforgettable celebration.
The Budweiser 150th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, May 17, brings the historic milestone to life with a one-of-a-kind, daylong brewery party at the iconic Anheuser-Busch Brewery in St. Louis, Missouri. 21+ fans are invited to join Budweiser to celebrate this momentous occasion at a ticketed event that will feature a live performance by an iconic, legendary rock band, exclusive brewery experiences, limited-edition merchandise and much more.
The Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery, a National Historic Landmark, is where Anheuser-Busch first brewed Budweiser in 1876. Attendees will be able to explore the historic grounds, participate in guided tours of the brewery facility and visit the Budweiser museum, which features historical memorabilia and collectibles from Budweiser’s 150-year storied past. The event will also include access to the Budweiser Clydesdales, a staple of the brand since the repeal of Prohibition in early 1933.
The celebration will highlight Budweiser’s “Made of America” platform, offering an overview of the brewing process from seed to sip.
Source: The Gateway Pundit
