Event Date
Sat 2nd March, 2019. 1 – 8 PM.
BeerFest returns to St Kilda
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
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Questions
WHEN IS MELBOURNE BEERFEST – ST KILDA?
Saturday 2nd March, 2019
WHAT ARE FESTIVAL TIMES?
1 – 8 PM
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
Catani Gardens, St Kilda, VIC. See on google maps.
WHERE CAN I BUY MY TICKET?
Tickets are available now via eventbrite.
HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
Tickets start at $25 for general admission, with discounted bundles available. Tickets will likely be available at the gates, but there may be delays due to capacity. The ticket price will increase as we get closer to the festival – grab yours early!
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 lineup will be announced in the coming weeks, but you can expect a great lineup.
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 a week ahead of the festival (approximately).
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?
Check the City of Port Phillip’s Catani Gardens Info & Access page for a wide variety of information about the park, including a variety of transport options.
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.