Chester Craft Beer Expo 2026

Welcome to  Chester Craft Beer Expo 2026! 

Following the huge success of our previous events, we’re delighted to announce the return of the Chester Craft Beer Expo. for its third year – taking place on 13 & 14 March, in partnership with That Beer Place.

Set across the vibrant Garret Bar and Theatre, this year’s Expo promises a stellar line up, celebrating the best of craft brewing! We’ll be featuring some of the UK’s most-loved breweries and a special guest brewery from Europe, showcasing everything from fan favourites to bold new, boundary pushing beers. We’re also bringing an even bigger selection of fine cider into the mix too. 

What to expect: 

10 Exciting Producers from across the UK and Europe, sharing limited releases, classic pours, and exciting experimental flavours. 

Exclusive Takeaways: Each ticket includes your entry, a commemorative glass and an exclusive beer brewed and canned just for you to take home. 

Interactive Sessions: Discover the stories behind the drinks, meet the makers, and take part in Q&A sessions at our dedicated “Speakers’ Corner.” 

Delicious Food Pairings: Enjoy beer-friendly street food, prepared by The Kitchen in Storyhouse 

Whether you’re a seasoned beer lover or looking to explore something new and find out more about independent producers right here in the UK, the Chester Craft Beer Expo has something for you.

This year, we’re hosting:

• Balance Blending & Brewing
• Glasshouse
• Holy Goat Brewing
• The Kernel Brewery
• Siren Craft Brew
• Manchester Marble Brewery
• Pomona Island
• Lost Cause Brewing
• Indie Rabble Brewing Company
  And our special guests all the way from Latvia…
• Arpus Brewing Co

Age restriction 18+