Portrush Beer Festival

Portrush Beer Fest 2026
The Portrush Beer Fest returns to Portrush Town Hall from 2–3 October 2026, bringing together artisan drinks, local breweries, distilleries and food producers from across Ireland.

The festival is a celebration of independent producers, giving visitors the chance to meet brewers, discover new drinks and sample a wide range of local ales, beers and spirits in a lively festival atmosphere.

Local Beers, Ales and Stouts
Beer lovers can explore a varied selection of drinks, including:

Hoppy craft beers
Smooth pale ales
Rich dark stouts
Seasonal and specialist brews
Visitors can browse the bar areas, sample different drinks, chat directly with the brewers and discover new favourites from local and independent breweries.

More Than Beer
If beer is not your thing, the festival will also feature locally produced gins and spirits from distilleries taking part in the event.

A selection of local food traders will also be on hand, serving dishes designed to enjoy alongside the drinks on offer.

Whether you are keen to discover a new brewery, support local producers or simply enjoy a relaxed day out with great food, drinks and plenty of atmosphere, Portrush Beer Fest offers a lively weekend experience on the Causeway Coast.

Dates
Friday 2 October 2026
Saturday 3 October 2026

Entry
£10 per person

Payment is available at the door.

A great event for anyone looking for beer festivals in Northern Ireland, food and drink events in Portrush, craft beer on the Causeway Coast and things to do in Portrush in October 2026.