Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival Set to Brew Up Its Biggest Ever Event in 2025

Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival 

Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 15, 2025, as the Mercure Canberra plays host to the largest-ever Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival. Celebrating its 18th year, the festival is set to deliver "more of everything" with a stellar lineup of craft brews, ciders, spirits, food, and entertainment that promises to make this year the best yet.

A much-loved event on Canberra’s calendar, this outdoor festival brings together the best of local and interstate producers in a relaxed, street-style atmosphere. With over 40 exhibitors showcasing up to 250 craft beers, ciders, and spirits, attendees will have the chance to sample a diverse range of brews and discover new favourites.

What to Expect

In addition to the incredible selection of beverages, the festival will feature a variety of food vendors offering local culinary delights, complemented by live music and entertainment from local bands and DJs.

Featured exhibitors include:

• The Coastal Brewing Company
• Good Folk Brewing
• Ambrosia Distillery
• Stone Dog Meadery
• Jervis Bay Brewing Co.
• Loose Blue Mountains Liquor Co.
• Cypher Brewing Co.
• Broulee Brewhouse
• Wooden Axe Brewing
• Spreyton Cider
• Sydney Brewery

Expect more breweries, distillers, food stalls, and entertainment to be announced in the coming months.

Family-Friendly Fun
This is a family-friendly event with free entry for children under 12 when accompanied by a paying adult. There will also be face painting and various activities to keep the little ones entertained throughout the day, making it a great outing for the whole family.

Exclusive Prize Draw
Want to get the most out of the festival? Book your tickets early, and you could win an exclusive prize package worth over $1,250. Every ticket purchased before February 15, 2025 automatically enters you into the draw, which includes:

• A two-night stay for two at the Mercure Canberra for the weekend of the festival
• A $100 festival drinks card
• A $150 dinner voucher at Bentspoke Brewery
• A cocktail class and two bottles of spirits from Ambrosia Distillery
• Two cases of beer from Sydney Brewery
• A range of special merchandise

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
• Time: 11am - 6pm
• Location: Mercure Canberra, Corner Ainslie & Limestone Ave, Braddon

Ticket Pricing

• General Admission: From $35
• Student Tickets: From $25
  Early booking is highly recommended, so visit www.canberrabeerfest.com.au to secure your spot.

Accommodation & Festival Packages
For those looking to make the most of their weekend, the Mercure Canberra offers a Beer Fest 2025 accommodation package from $205, which includes:

• Overnight stay at the 4-star Mercure Canberra
• A 4-pack of award-winning Sydney Brewery beers
• Festival entry
• Breakfast
  (Conditions apply)
  Bookings: 02 6243 000 | stay@mercurecanberra.com.au | www.mercurecanberra.com.au

Located in the heart of the city, Mercure Canberra blends heritage charm with modern comforts. Originally opened in 1927, the hotel features spacious grounds, an internal courtyard, and easy access to nearby shops, bars, restaurants, and major attractions. Guests can enjoy excellent facilities, including a gym, restaurant, bistro, bar, and a beer garden, making it the perfect place to relax after a fun-filled day at the festival.

Get ready for a sensational day of craft brews, gourmet food, live music, and unforgettable memories at the Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival 2025!