AleSmith Brewing Celebrates Tony Gwynn Day
Miramar brewery releasing beers commemorating Tony Gwynn’s 2,000th and 3,000th hit milestones on August 3
![La Jolla Tony Gwynn Mural](https://sandiegobeer.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gwynn_01-780x470.png)
AleSmith Brewing is excited to announce the upcoming Tony Gwynn Day celebration on Saturday, August 3 at its Miramar brewery. This event is a must-attend for craft-beer enthusiasts, baseball fans and especially Gwynn admirers, as it will commemorate the legendary player with two special commemorative beers in four-packs of 16-ounce cans. These releases feature the latest murals painted by Ground Floor Murals celebrating iconic moments in Gwynn’s illustrious career.
Affectionately known as “Mr. Padre,” Gwynn is hailed as one of the greatest baseball players of all time. His impressive accolades include 15 Major League Baseball all-star selections, eight National League batting titles, five Gold Glove Awards and induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. In 2014, AleSmith collaborated with Gwynn to brew .394 Pale Ale, referencing his highest batting average from the 1994 season. .394 Pale Ale remains a staple on-tap and in packages throughout San Diego County.
![East Village Tony Gwynn Mural](https://sandiegobeer.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gwynn_00-683x1024.png)
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tony Gwynn’s 3,000th hit, AleSmith and Ground Floor Murals have elevated the tribute by featuring new murals of Gwynn at local businesses. Ground Floor Murals conducted a social-media contest where participants shared why their location would be the perfect spot for a Mr. Padre mural. Due to the overwhelming excitement and exceptional entries, two winners were selected instead of one. The new Tony Gwynn murals can be found at Mandarin House in La Jolla (pictured above) and Bottle Rocket in downtown San Diego (pictured, at right).
The celebration will take place at AleSmith from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees can look forward to enjoying the commemorative beers on tap, listening to live music, savoring delicious offerings from food trucks and meeting the talented artists behind the murals.
As part of the festivities, visitors can explore the Tony Gwynn Museum nestled within our AleSmith tasting room, where his legacy is proudly showcased alongside the decade-long tradition of .394 Pale Ale. This event marks the final opportunity to experience the museum in its current form before upcoming changes. Although the space will evolve, our commitment to honoring Tony’s remarkable career remains steadfast, ensuring his enduring impact on baseball and our community endures.
![Mr. Padre 2000](https://sandiegobeer.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gwynn_2000.png)
![Mr. Padre 3000](https://sandiegobeer.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gwynn_3000.png)
Those interested in attending the event and picking up four-packs can RSVP online to receive more information on the event and exclusive pre-sale details pre-sale of the new releases.
Don’t miss this incredible day of craft beer, baseball nostalgia and community celebration!