One of the best beer festivals in Britain is returning to Birmingham for the first time in more than 40 years. The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) will host The Great British Beer Festival at the NEC in August 2025 after a brief hiatus in 2024. The event is known for being the UK's premier beer festival and it will run in our city from August 5-9.
It's the first time that the event has been held in the West Midlands since 1983. Hundreds of different beers will be on offer at the event, which is in its 47th year. There will be different bars serving real cider and perry as well as cocktails.
Pub-style games and food will form part of the festivities too. The Caravan and Motorhome Club is operating a temporary campsite at the NEC for visitors to stay over. Read more: Three-floor bar opening in Birmingham New Street with 'British countryside' vibes Subscribe to our Brum Food Club food and drink newsletter for the latest news from our hospitality scene every Thursday.
Beer lovers will have the chance to learn about beers direct from the brewers with a Discovery Bar for showcasing ingredients and tastings every day. Thornbridge, Greene King, Harvey’s, Siren Craft Brew, Oakham, Woodforde's, Batemans, Ossett Brewery, Brains and Theakston are among the breweries on board so far. The new CAMRA Chairman, Ash Corbett-Collins, is a Brummie and he said that he 'can't wait' for the festival to be held on his home turf.
Ash commented: "Bringing The Great British Beer Festival to the West Mi.
