Brugs Bier Festival

Brugs Bier Festival - Bruges Belgium

Sat, Sep 13, 2025 - Sun, Sep 14, 2025

Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre - Bruges

The Bruges Beer Festival, known in Dutch as Brugs Bier Festival, is a prominent event in Belgium that celebrates the rich beer culture of the country. Held annually in the picturesque city of Bruges, this festival attracts beer enthusiasts from around the world.

Discover the Brugs Bier Festival, Belgium's premier beer event, featuring over 500 beers from 60+ breweries. Held in the heart of Bruges, this annual festival offers tastings, brewery showcases, and a vibrant atmosphere for beer lovers worldwide.

Event Details

• Date(s): Sat, Sep 13, 2025 - Sun, Sep 14, 2025
• Hours: 11AM - 10PM
• Attendance: 20,000+
• Est. Breweries: 60+ participating breweries
• Live music: No
• Entrance restrictions: Minors must be accompanied by an adult
• Event held annually since: 2007

How to Get There

• Venue: Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre
• Address: Sint-Maartensbilk 1 Bruges, 8000 Belgium
• Event type: Outdoors
• Parking: Limited on-site parking; ride-sharing recommended
• Distance: Distance & directions to Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre
• Recommended airport: Ostend-Bruges International Airport(OST)

Tickets & Pricing

• Est. ticket price: Free entry

Expected Forecast in Bruges

• Average Temperature: Mild (12–20°C / 54–68°F)
• Conditions: Occasional rain showers

This prediction is calculated using the historical average of past data to estimate future values.

Brugs Bier Festival Highlights

• Wide Selection of Beers: The festival showcases hundreds of Belgian beers, including many craft and specialty beers not easily found elsewhere. Attendees can sample a variety of styles, such as Trappist, lambic, blonde, dark, and fruit beers.
• Brewery Representation: Numerous breweries, from well-established names to smaller artisanal producers, participate in the event. This provides a unique opportunity for visitors to meet the brewers, learn about the brewing process, and discover the stories behind their favorite beers.
• Tasting Sessions and Workshops: The festival often features beer tasting sessions, workshops, and presentations led by beer experts. These sessions offer insights into beer tasting techniques, beer and food pairings, and the latest trends in the brewing industry.
• Cultural Experience: Beyond the beer, the festival is an opportunity to experience Belgian culture, including its culinary delights. Traditional Belgian food that pairs well with beer is also available, enhancing the tasting experience

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Beer Festival Tips

• Cash and Card: Bring both cash and cards. While beer festivals are  becoming more cashless, some smaller vendors might still prefer cash. Also, having cash avoids long ATM lines.
• Tips Amount: Tips are no more than 10 to 15% of the beer or food price.
• Book Accommodation Early: Beer festivals attracts more visitors every year, so accommodation fills up quickly. Book your hotel or Airbnb well in advance to secure a comfortable stay.
• Hydration Tip: Drink water between beers to pace yourself.