Tameside Beer Festival

Name: Tameside Beer Festival
Start: 2026-09-18
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Stalybridge

The Tameside Beer Festival is an annual fundraising event held at Stalybridge Civic Hall that features a wide selection of cask ales, food, and live music for the local community.

Date: Sep 18-19, 2026
Location: Stalybridge

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Event summary

Highlights

Over 30 varieties of cask beers and alternative drinks
Token-based drink system to manage crowds
Diverse entertainment including live bands and tribute acts
Selection of local food including pies and home-baked cakes

Organized by Tameside Rotary, the festival celebrated its 14th edition in 2026. The event typically showcases more than 30 varieties of cask beer, alongside options for cider, wine, and lager. Visitors pay a small entrance fee and use a token-based system to purchase drinks at the bar. The festival also offers a variety of food, including traditional pies, curries, and home-baked cakes.

Live entertainment is a core part of the experience, with a schedule that has previously included brass bands, opera singers, classic rock cover groups, and tribute acts. As a charity-focused event, all proceeds are donated to local causes, with recent festivals specifically supporting dementia services and community organizations in the Tameside area.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Stalybridge Civic Hall; www.notreallyheremedia.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Stalybridge

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.