GABS
festival
At GABS, we’re all about sharing our love of craft beer and cider with as many people as possible through exceptional experiences.
With over 52,000 trade and consumer attendees across four cities (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland) featuring specially brewed Festival Beers & Ciders, a thriving marketplace of breweries, cideries and exhibitors, the Craft Beer College and Food & Drink Experience, Kegstar Brewers Lounge, Beer & Buyer Matching programs plus outstanding entertainment and atmosphere, GABS has been described by influential US magazine The Beer Connoisseur as “one of the best beer festivals in the world”.
For today’s discerning food and drink lover, both new and old, GABS is a true celebration of craft beer and cider creativity and diversity, as well as the stories behind each brew. For some, it’s an introduction, for others a journey, and for all, it’s an incredibly fun festival experience.
Connecting breweries with trade and consumer, it is the biggest event on the local calendar, where you get to showcase your newest products, have them tested and rated by consumers and open opportunities with retailers and trade all over one wonderful weekend as you connect and catch up with your local and international peers to share your love for the industry.
beer & cider
600+ craft beers and ciders from our best producers
entertainment
A spectacular array of circus acts, music, games and performances
street food
Delicious dishes from the country’s best food vendors
craft academy
Educational sessions, brewer panel discussions and masterclasses
food & drink experience
Beer and cider gastronomy at its best
entertainment
A spectacular array of circus acts, music, games and performances
our audience
50%
craft faithful
I love craft beer and actively seek these out over mainstream beers. I like to know more about the beers I drink.
32%
food adventurer
For me, craft beer is part of my bigger passion for good food and drink. I love checking out the latest bars and restaurants, and am always curious to try different beers, wines, and food dishes.
18%
squad goals
For me, food and drink is more about the social element. I’m not so fussed about any particular craft beer, but like to get together with friends to share a quality meal and drinks.