Brian Rowell Daily Press

Hundreds of people gathered to enjoy good beer, food and music at the annual UPtoberfest event in Escanaba’s Ludington Park Saturday. The annual event benefits the United Way of Delta County and is organized by the Bay de Noc Brewers organization. UPtoberfest featured tasting of beer and wine from breweries and wineries throughout the area. Above, a portion of the UPtoberfest crowd is show.