Brewers Feast 2019

Overview

Beer festivals are becoming increasingly common, but there aren't many that match the lofty standards set by Melbourne's Brewers Feast. Held in the lush surrounds of the Abbotsford Convent, Brewers Feast takes place on the last weekend of summer and will take your tastebuds on a hoppy tour with its expansive range of beers and ciders.

There'll be over 80 different brews to try from across Australia and highlights include Sydney's Young Henrys, the Yarra Valley's Watts River, and the well-loved Stone & Wood. In addition, there'll be 20 beers brewed exclusively for the festival, made using rare ingredients and brewed in collaboration with malt, hops and yeast supplier, Bintani.

The festival starts in the best possible way, with all attendees enjoying a free glass from Victoria's Grand Ridge Brewery on entry. When it's time to pause drinking for a well-earned feed, you can choose from Bigger than Texas BBQ, the solid burgs at St Kilda Burger Bar and vegan falafel from Dana's Falafel.

Alongside food and drink, there'll be a stellar lineup of local music talent to keep you entertained throughout the festival. Local artists, performing across two stages, will take the novel approach of recommending a beverage to enjoy alongside their tunes.

The festivities will run from 11.30am–8pm on Saturday and 11am–5pm on Sunday. You have to pay for general entry ($37.50 on Saturday and $29.95 on Sunday), and you'll have to pay for all your food and drinks on top of that.