Event Date
Sat 24th November, 2018.
First Headline Announcement – Grinspoon’s Phil Jamieson
As the voice and face of Grinspoon, Phil Jamieson fronted one of the most popular Australian bands of the last two decades. An accomplished singer, songwriter and guitarist.
Phil will be performing live at The Valley festival – our full music line up will be announced over the coming weeks. All entertainment is included with your ticket.
Headline Announcement – Discovery – Daft Punk Tribute
Discovery is Australia’s tribute to the music and image of French electro house legends, Daft Punk. Complete with authentic signature gold and silver robot helmets as well as an entertaining, party-vibe DJ set of their own produced remixes and mash ups, ‘Discovery’ ensure even the purest Daft Punk fan will be satisfied!
Discovery will be performing live at The Valley festival.
BeerFest comes to The Valley
Over 300 unique, exotic and small batch craft beers, ciders, cocktails and wines, hand crafted and perfectly complemented by Melbourne’s most decadent local street food
Ticket and Accommodation Packages
Located a short walk from the festival, we have a number of ticket & accommodation packages available, thanks to Quest Flemington Central. These packages include 1 night stays at the hotel and are suitable for 2 people as the room sleeps 2 and 2 tickets are included in each package.
Your Accommodation Package for 2 Includes:
- One Bedroom Apartment accommodation for Sat 24th Nov
- 2x Day Passes per night booked
$199 per room – Saturday 24th Nov
One Bedroom Apartment: The beautiful One Bedroom Apartment has been custom designed for luxury and comfort. This apartment features comfortable King bed, wardrobe, fully equipped kitchen with full size fridge, dining table and balcony. A relaxed living space with sofa, LCD TV with Netflix connectivity and air conditioner. Laundry facilities and amenities can be found in the bathroom.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Questions
WHEN IS MELBOURNE BEERFEST – THE VALLEY?
Saturday 24th November, 2018
WHEN IS MELBOURNE BEERFEST – St Kilda?
Saturday 2nd March, 2019. More details about our St Kilda festival will be available after The Valley.
WHAT ARE FESTIVAL TIMES?
1 – 9 PM
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
Moonee Valley Racecourse, Melbourne, VIC. See on google maps.
WHERE CAN I BUY MY TICKET?
Tickets are available now via eventbrite.
HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
Tickets are $36 for general admission. Grab some mates for a discounted bundle (6+ tickets). Tickets will most likely be available at the gates, but there may be delays due to capacity for gate sales.
WHAT DO I GET FOR THE PRICE OF MY TICKET?
Your ticket includes:
- 1:1 interaction with a huge range of Craft Beers, Ciders, Rum, Whisky and more, along with an exclusive hands on experience with food producers!
- FREE, reusable and dishwasher-safe BeerFest Festival cup.
- LIVE entertainment (Look out for entertainment schedule closer to the festival date)
- Master-classes, live demonstrations and tastings
- Live music
- Live comedy
- Kids entertainment and activities
WILL THERE BE ENTERTAINMENT
Yes, there will be live music, comedy and other forms of entertainment throughout the entire weekend. Our entertainment will be announced in the coming weeks as we get closer to the festival date. You can expect an outstanding lineup.
Currently announced:
FAQ
What are master classes?
Masterclasses offer an exciting up-close and personal way for beer experts to share their knowledge, experience and passion for all things craft beer. Our master-classes or as we like to call them beer education sessions will take place every hour throughout the weekend.
These sessions include, but are not limited
- Master Brewer Forums
- Beer/Food matching
- Live Brew demonstrations
- Home/Commercial Brewing discussions
- Industry experiences
Typically we will announce these a few weeks ahead of the festival.
Who will be there?
Both Melbourne BeerFests host a huge and comprehensive range of Australian Craft Brewers and Cider-makers, with over 200 Brews, Ciders, Spirits, Cocktails & Wine to sample. A site map will be available close to the festival date showing the layout and which stalls are attending.
How much are the drinks?
Drinks will vary from $1-$2 for 100ml tastings to $6-$8 for a 285ml pour and will be decided by the stallholders.
Are there tokens? Can I use my credit card?
Beerfest has no tokens, cash cards or any currency other than Australian dollars. You can use cash and in some cases EFTPOS is available. EFTPOS will be at the gate and 4 x ATMs will be on site.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
A wristband allowing drink purchases/ consumption is only given to people 18+. $15 Tickets are available for ages 14 – 17, with under 14 been free. Under 18’s must accompany a paying adult 18+.
How do I get there?
Moonee Valley Racecourse is located in Moonee Ponds, a northern Melbourne suburb and is easily accessible by public or private transport.
Will there be non-alcoholic beverages?
YES! There will be a variety of amazing food, water, juices and soft drinks available for purchase onsite. Complimentary water stations will also be provided.
Will there be pass outs?
Yes, the festival goes all day and there is a lot to take in, so you may need a break or two to catch your breath throughout the weekend.
Can I bring my pet?
We love our cuddly friends as much as everyone. However, sometimes our little friends can make people uncomfortable or become a health problem where food is around so we just can’t let them on site. If there is a medical need for your pet, please contact us to organise in advance.
What items can I bring (and NOT bring)?
A folding chair is allowed at the festival. Bags/ jackets may be subject to search on entry.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
- Outside alcohol
- Bottles
- Cans
- Outside food/ beverages
- Weapons (i.e. knives, pepper spray, stun-guns, any concealed weapons, firearms, etc.)
- Illegal drugs
- Chemicals
- Fireworks, smoke bombs, etc.
- Backpacks, suitcases, large beach bags, etc.
- Skateboards, roller skates, ice skates, use of roller shoes, etc.
- Unapproved pamphlets, handouts, advertisements, etc.
- Other items as determined by facility management
What are the terms and conditions of entry?
Event management reserves the right to handle each occurrence on a case by case basis. Depending on the item, the guest may either be asked to remove the item from the facility or dispose of the item, or may be ejected from the facility. All bags, jackets, and guests are subject to search upon entering the event.
Items which have varying policies include: cameras, video/audio recording equipment, and signs/ flags/ banners/ posters.
Can I smoke anywhere at the festival?
These festivals are non-smoking events, there will be designated areas will be signposted throughout the site.