Event Date
Saturday 26th February, 2022.
📌 Catani Gardens, St Kilda
Day and Evening session on Saturday 26th February, 2022.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Great times with your mates and…
Melbourne BeerFest presented by Little Creatures offers one of the largest and most colourful collections of the best producers in one location! With over 350 unique, exotic and small batch craft beers, ciders, wines, seltzers, cocktails and international gourmet street eats across two sessions on one epic day.
Beerfest is packed with a massive range of live entertainment and activities featuring LIVE MUSIC, LIVE COMEDY, FREE MASTERCLASSES, BEER/FOOD PAIRING, TASTINGS, ROVING PERFORMERS AND ACROBATS, THEMED STALLS, BEER GARDEN, CONTAINER BARS AND MORE.
Now more than ever, it’s so important to support your locals! We are proud to showcase local brewers, cidermakers, distillers, food producers and local venues from almost every region. From limited releases, creative collaborations and local regional favourites, festival goers can expect the best of everything at BeerFest!
BEER IS JUST THE BEGINNING – BEERFEST QUITE LITERALLY HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
The best in craft beers, ciders, wines, seltzers, cocktails, gourmet street eats
NON-STOP LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Live music, comedy, roving performers, beer bingo and more
CRYER MALT MASTERCLASSES AND BREWERS STAGE
Masterclasses, tastings, beer-food matching, brewer forums, beer olympics
Bad Shepherd Homegrown Music Stage
LIVE MUSIC
DAY SESSSION
11:30 AM – Paige McSmith
12:30 PM – Matt Joyce
1:45 PM – Isabella Khalife
2:55 PM – Modern Opera
EVENING SESSSION
5:15 PM – Outfit
6:15 PM – Shannen James
7:25 PM – Vetta Borne
8:15 PM – Jolyon Petch
Brewmanity Live Comedy
DAY SESSSION – 12 PM & 2 PM
EVENING SESSSION – 6 PM & 8 PM
LIVE COMEDY FEATURING
Nick Cody
(CONAN, OXFAM Gala, Have You Been Paying Attention, Hughesy We Have a Problem)
Bev Killick
(It’s A Date, Kath and Kim, Jack Irish, Drunk History, Kinne Tonight)
Harley Breen
(Making It Australia, Hughesy, We Have A Problem, The Project, Allstars Gala)
Ben Lomas
(The Comedy Channel, Comedy Up Late, Fitbet podcast, The Little Dum Dum Club podcast)
BEERFEST COVID-19 SAFETY MESSAGE:
Your Health and Safety is Important To Us!
Our Melbourne BeerFest event sites offer ample space to follow current physical distancing requirements and still deliver the same full BeerFest exciting experience you’ve grown to love!
For your safety, there will be focused measures that you will notice to ensure total compliance with all relevant and recommended Government health directions, restrictions and protocols. Thanks to everyone for doing your part to help.
Last updated 18h January 2022.
These include:
- All attendees must be fully vaccinated. Please refer to the VIC Coronavirus Events page for more information.
- To ensure absolute contact tracing, all tickets will need to be pre-purchased online. No door sales will be available. No exceptions will be made
- Signage will be placed throughout the site to remind everyone about physical distancing and best hygiene practices
- Additional dedicated cleaners on site during the event and in-between sessions cleaning and sanitising
- Multiple hand-sanitisers and hand-washing stations will be placed and maintained at high traffic areas on site including a hand sanitiser at each stall
- Dedicated Covid marshals are on site
- St. Johns Ambulance will be onsite to offer assistance to anyone feeling unwell
- To limit handling, BeerFest will be 100% cashless
- All drinks will be served from single use, compostable cups
- Contact tracing will be in place should we need to contact you following the event
- To limit handling, BeerFest will be 100% cashless
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?
- You must be fully vaccinated to attend this event
- Please bring and wear your mask at all times. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided for you at the entrance.
- If you are feeling at all unwell, don’t attend
- While on site practice wash and sanitise your hands regularly
- Maintain appropriate physical distancing at all times
ACCESSIBLITY NOTES
- The site is wheelchair accessible
- There are accessible amenities on site and the toilet area manager will be able to unlock the accessible toilet for use.
- Companion cards accepted
- WARNINGS – bright and flashing lights will be utilised on stage
THIS EVENT IS ALL AGES
This is an all ages event. Anyone under the age of 18 must arrive at the gate and remain with their guardian for the duration of the event.
GUARDIAN REQUIREMENTS
Anyone under the age of 18 will need to arrive at the gates with a parent/guardian or a responsible adult over the age of 18 and remain with them at all times throughout the event.
Any underage patrons found drinking alcohol will be asked to leave the event along with their guardian and any other minors the guardian is responsible for.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Questions
WHEN IS MELBOURNE BEERFEST?
Saturday 26th February, 2022
WHAT ARE FESTIVAL TIMES?
Two sessions on the one day:
- Day Session: 11 AM – 3:30 PM
- Evening Session: 5 PM – 9:30 PM
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
Catani Gardens, St Kilda, VIC. See on google maps.
WHO’S GOING TO BE AT THE FESTIVAL?
~60 brewer/ cider/ cocktail/ wine stalls, along with gourmet food options. You can see a list of who’s attending, with a festival map also available.
You can also review our live entertainment.
WHERE CAN I BUY MY TICKET?
Tickets are available now via eventbrite.
Important: due to COVID requirements, this will be a 100% cashless events. Strictly no gate sales will be available, buy tickets online in advance.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT BETWEEN THE TWO SESSIONS?
The day session is all ages, while the evening session is 18+ only.
You can enjoy live comedy and master classes at either session.
HOW WILL THIS EVENT OPERATE IN A COVIDSAFE MANNER?
The BeerFest Australia team is experienced in delivering COVIDsafe events that work within and are updated in accordance to the most current Government framework.
Melbourne Beerfest is underwritten by the Victorian Government. Our COVID insurance policy provides a full refund should the event be cancelled due to COVID
restrictions applied by various Government bodies or LGA’s.
restrictions applied by various Government bodies or LGA’s.
All ticket holders will also have the option for a ticket exchange for the new event date if the event is postponed.
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!
- Master-classes, live demonstrations and tastings (day session only)
- Music
- Live comedy (evening session only)
- Kids entertainment and activities (day session only)
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
Master classea are available for both our day & evening sessions. Check out our 2022 Master Classes now.
Who will be there?
Melbourne BeerFest hosts a huge and comprehensive range of Australian Craft Brewers and Cider-makers, with over 300 Brews, Ciders, Spirits, Cocktails & Wine to sample.
A list of who’s attending is available alongside the official festival map.
How much are the drinks?
Drinks will vary from $1-$2 for 100ml tastings to $6-$9 for a ~300ml pour and will be decided by the stall holders.
Note as per COVID requirements, the festival will be 100% cashless.
Will gate sales be available?
Yes, limited door sales will be available.
Grab your tickets online to ensure you don’t miss out.
What drink options besides beer are available?
Besides our large craft beer selection; cocktails, seltzers, wine, ciders, spirits will be available along with gluten free and alcohol free options.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Day Session: Children are only allowed to attend if accompanied by their legal guardian. The Day Session: 11 AM – 3:30 PM is the ONLY session children are allowed to attend with their parent / legal guardian.
Evening Session: Our evening session is strictly ages 18+ only.
Are gluten free options available?
We try to ensure there’s a wide variety of food and drink options for people to choose from. This includes some GF 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?
Yes, pets are welcome, but please be considerate to others and pick up after your pet.
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?
Review our ticketing terms and conditions ahead of buying tickets to our event(s).
Can I smoke anywhere at the festival?
These festivals are non-smoking events, there will be designated areas will be signposted throughout the site.