Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival

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Helensburgh Beer and Gin Festival, The Wee Fest in The West, returns to Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th May!

About Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival

Listed Under Food and Drink Events / Days Out Events / Music Events / Nights Out Events

Dive into the heart of our community festival, where joy, creativity, and giving back come together for two unforgettable days. We're opening our doors on Friday from 6pm-11pm and Saturday from 1pm-11pm, offering a feast for the senses and the soul.

What’s On Offer:

- Live Music: The festivities kick off with live music on Friday night, setting the stage for an electrifying atmosphere. On Saturday, bands will take the stage from 2:30 pm, offering a diverse lineup that promises to keep the energy high and the spirits lifted.

- Beer Bar: Beer enthusiasts, rejoice! Explore over 35 varieties of cask ale, craft lager, and lager at our beer bar. Each brew is selected to showcase the rich tapestry of flavours that craft beer has to offer.

- Cider Tent: Wander into our cider tent to sample more than 20 varieties of cider. From the traditional to the experimental, discover the depth and diversity of cider.

- Gin Bar: Our gin bar is a haven for gin lovers. Enjoy classic gin and tonics, Eden Mill cocktails, Prosecco, and a range of cocktails. Additionally, 4 pop-up bars from Scottish gin producers will offer a variety of gin cocktails, with details to be confirmed, highlighting the best of Scottish gin craftsmanship.

- Rum Bar: For those with a taste for the tropical, our rum bar will serve a selection of rum cocktails. Immerse yourself in the flavours of the Caribbean with each sip.

- Alcohol-Free Bar: Our new Alcohol-Free Bar serves tasty non-alcoholic beers like Erdinger, fun alcohol-free cocktails, alcohol-free sparkling, and water. Everyone can find a refreshing drink here, making sure the festival fun is for all!

- Food Court: No festival is complete without a feast, and our food court is set to satisfy all appetites. Indulge in a selection of paella, burgers, pizza, bao buns, and more. There's something for everyone, from the hearty to the exotic.

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