GABS Festival

WHAT'S Happening

From mind-blowing beers and ciders to mouthwatering eats, games, and entertainment, GABS Festival is more than just a tasting session — it’s a full-blown celebration of craft culture.

TRY 100+ BEERS AT AUSTRALIA’S LONGEST BAR

We’re pouring from 240 taps across a 30-metre double-sided bar – possibly the longest in the country! 

With 120+ brand new beers, seltzers, RTDs, and ciders, it’s an epic showcase of what’s fresh and exciting in the world of drinks.

Pop-Up Bars from the best in the biz

Your favourite breweries and distilleries are popping up at GABS!

Think limited releases, fresh collabs, and festival-only sips poured straight from the source.

Beer, seltzers, cocktails, spirits – it’s all here. Meet the makers, try something new, and find your next go-to drop.

MASTERCLASSES + TASTING SESSIONS

Up your beer and food game. Learn from top brewers, chefs, and drink pros with tasting masterclasses, brewer chats, and food pairings running all session long. No snobbery, just fun.

Stay tuned – masterclasses announced soon.

Miguel Maestre’s GABS Debut

Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre is trading the kitchen for the brewery! Known for his bold flavours and big energy, he’s crafted a tropical festival brew bursting with Seville orange, mandarin, and melon. Try it fresh, straight from the tap – and don’t miss your chance to share a beer and taste Miguel’s legendary Choripan and Big Papis Empanadas live at GABS.

REAR END REWARDS

Step right up, don’t be shy! Check out this delirious fun to look forward to!
 
Introducing… Rear End Rewards.

Buy any full size glass from the Delirium stand at GABS for the chance to take the plunge and win a prize!

MATSO’S WHEEL OF POURTUNE

The famous wheel of pourtune will take place on the main stage. 

It’s a game show based off some of the best classic game shows like “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?”, “Deal or No Deal” and “The Price Is Right!”. Spin it to win it!
 

WHEEL OF TATTS

The deadset legends at Blackflag Brewing will once
again be in the thick of GABS Brisbane with their usual
shenanigans… Introducing, the WHEEL OF TATTS.
 
Spin for a choice of tattoo, with a number of one off
designs from the Blackflag in-house design team.
 
You’ll be inked on site at the first ever GABS tattoo
parlour. Follow them on Insta and DM to book your
session time in advance.

Hot Potato Band – Live!

Our GABS favourites are back! Hot Potato Band bring big brass, high energy, and global tour vibes to the stage. Don’t miss their legendary Bohemian Rhapsody anthem to close each session. It’s a GABS moment.

Hot-potato

MATSO’S WIN A VAN

Matso’s has always embraced a spirit of adventure and discovery – crafting heat-beating refreshment since 1997.

Now, they’re giving you the chance to experience the ultimate freedom of van life with the opportunity to win the ultimate Van Life Camper – VALUED AT $110K!

Come see it for yourself at Brisbane GABS.

FEEL THE RHYTHM WITH LATIN BEER

Latin Beer is bringing the vibrant spirit of Latin America to GABS with live salsa dancers lighting up their stall all weekend long.  With cold cervezas in hand and music in the air, it’s the perfect blend of flavour and fiesta. Don’t just taste the culture — dance in it!

TAKE THE GABS CRAFTY CRAWL & WIN!

Love a good scavenger hunt? Well, you’re in luck because GABS Brisbane is home to the GABS Crafty Crawl!
 
Brought to you by the legends at The Crafty Pint, follow the clues to find six brewery stands at the festival, scan the QR codes and you could win plenty of beer, merch and more!