Join beer enthusiasts at the Manchester Craft Beer Festival for a weekend of expert talks, tasting sessions, and over 500 different brews to sample. Discover renowned beer expert Mark Dredge, along with a lineup of esteemed breweries, and enjoy live screenings of UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-finals. Don't miss out on this exciting celebration of craft beer!
Manchester Craft Beer Festival: A Weekend of Expert Talks and Tasting Sessions
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The Manchester Craft Beer Festival is returning to the city for its fourth year in July, offering beer enthusiasts a weekend filled with expert talks, tasting sessions, and an extensive selection of over 500 different brews to sample. This highly anticipated event will take place at Depot Mayfield from July 5 to 6, bringing together renowned beer expert Mark Dredge, known for his contributions to Channel 4's Sunday Brunch, and a lineup of esteemed breweries from the UK and local beer community, including Cloudwater, Track, Marble, Northern Monk, and Seven Brothers.
With more than 65 brewers and suppliers in attendance, festival-goers will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of beers over the course of the two-day event. For those looking to mix it up, there will also be a selection of Margaritas, rum, and cider available. Additionally, a variety of street food vendors will be on hand to satisfy hungry appetites, including popular names such as Almost Famous, Bundobust, MorMor, and Voodoo Rays, serving up Mediterranean delights and New York-style pizza.
Organized by We Are Beer, the Manchester Craft Beer Festival has become a staple in the city's event calendar, attracting over 40,000 guests across its festivals in Manchester, London, and Bristol. A standard entry ticket priced at £57 grants attendees access to all beer samples, a festival glass, and entry to all talks and events, ensuring an inclusive experience for all.
Coinciding with the quarter-finals of the UEFA Euro 2024, the festival will also feature live screenings of the games on a big screen. Alongside the beer and food offerings, attendees can enjoy expert-led talks by industry professionals such as Jonny Garrett from Craft Beer Channel, live music performances, and brewery tours.
The organizers behind the event aim to bring a sense of celebration back to the hospitality industry and recognize those who have persevered and found success despite the challenges faced. This comes in the wake of the recent announcement that Indy Man Beer Con, often referred to as the 'Glastonbury of beer festivals', will not be returning.
Greg Wells, co-founder of We Are Beer and Director of Manchester Craft Beer Festival, expressed his excitement for the festival's return, stating, "It's been a tough year for Manchester's beer scene so far, with the closure of the beloved Indy Beer Con Fest and the unsuccessful debut of the International Brewing and Cider Festival. However, we are thrilled to announce our return and deliver another incredible experience, building on the love and success of the past three years. With even more breweries and experiences on offer and a larger capacity this year, we can't wait to satisfy all the beer lovers out there."
Tickets for The Manchester Craft Beer Festival, taking place at Mayfield Depot from July 5 to 6, are now available for purchase. Don't miss out on this exciting celebration of craft beer and join fellow enthusiasts for a weekend filled with delicious brews, mouthwatering food, and unforgettable experiences.