The Bristol Craft Beer Festival is back—and this year it’s raising the bar as it celebrates a full decade of craft, community and unforgettable beer experiences. And, returning to Bristol’s Harbourside, June 13 – 14, the 10th anniversary edition promises more flavour, more breweries and more atmosphere than ever before.
From its early days as a niche gathering for beer aficionados to its current status as a flagship UK festival, Bristol Craft Beer Festival now boasts over 300 beers from more than 50 world-class breweries. You can enjoy all-inclusive pours, live music, top-tier food and a vibrant festival experience that has turned Bristol into the nation’s capital for craft beer.
This year, iconic names such as Arbor, Wiper and True, Siren Craft Brew, Bristol Beer Factory, Tiny Rebel, Vault City, Fierce and Chouffe, alongside acclaimed newcomers and international favourites, head to Lloyds Amphitheatre. Plus, never-before-poured-in-Bristol brews from sought-after US breweries such as Two Blokes Brewing Co., Urban Artifact and SweetWater Brewing Company.
But, on top of rare one-off collaborations and festival-only small batch releases, the festival’s “Beyond Beer” zone also returns bigger than ever, showcasing an expanded line-up of craft cider, hard tea, cocktails and spirits. Expect unique pours from producers such as Kicking Goat Cider, Monkey Shoulder, Pulpt and Tipple Tea.
Then, on the food front, the city’s culinary favourites will be serving bold flavours to match the brews. Visitors can dive into Japanese street food from Eatchu, melty indulgence from Meltdown Cheeseburgers, BBQ brilliance from The Jolly Hog and wood-fired classics from Pig’s Pizza – with even more chef and pop-up announcements to come.
“Bristol Craft Beer Festival has always been about more than just the beer – it’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration and community,” said Greg Wells, Co-Founder of Bristol Craft Beer Festival. “For our tenth year, we’re honouring our roots while raising the roof with a line-up that’s as bold and brilliant as Bristol itself.”
With more than 5,000 craft beer lovers expected, the festival will feature live DJs throughout. Highlights include Felix Joy, known for his SWU.FM Breakfast Show; Ben Daley, a long-time DJ with roots in rave, jungle, and UK garage; Bill, whose sets combine techno, garage and breakbeat; and Don’t Admit Defeat (D.A.D) with a mix of house, disco and garage.
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