EVENT INFORMATION
The South West Beer Festival is BACK and bigger than ever at Aravina Estate in 2026!
Prepare for an epic day of craft beer, live music, and gourmet food as the South West Beer Festival lands back at Aravina Estate! Nestled in the stunning South West, this year’s festival is bigger and bolder than ever.
Date: Saturday, 18th April
Time: 10:30 AM – 7.30 PM
Location: Aravina Estate, Yallingup
We have assembled the best of the best in craft beer, cider, wine and cocktails from the southwest of WA. The line-up promises something for everyone, and the gourmet food offerings are matched to tantalise all tastebuds! Expect a day of indulgence within the stunning grounds of Aravina Estate.
In addition there will be a killer lineup of local artists bringing live tunes, mixed with a number of top DJs who will hit the decks in between the live sets. And just when you think it can’t get any better, we’ll wrap up the festival with a breathtaking sunset over Aravina Estate.
This is THE beer festival you don’t want to miss. Grab your mates, lock in the date, and get ready to raise a glass to great beer, great music, and great times!
Tickets are on sale now – don’t miss out!
Frequently
asked questions
The event will take place on the 18th of April, 2026. The gates will open at 10.30am, last drinks will be served at 7.15pm and the event will finish at 7.30pm
Pre Sale – Individual 18+ $15
1st Release – Individual 18+ $25
2nd Release – Individual 18+ $30
Door Sales – Individual 18+ $35 (if available)
Kids Ticket $5
Bus Loop Ticket – Individual 18+ $30
4 for $60 – Buy 3 get 1 free – Skippers Ticket Deal
Most importantly your ticket includes your cup and wristband which gives you access to all drinks at the festival. Your cup is yours to keep if you wish or the patron can choose to recycle the cup allowing it to be used at future festivals.
Your ticket also includes one on one interactions with the biggest breweries the South West has to offer, awesome tunes from local DJs and bands, as well as access to some delicious bites in our food truck zone.
Once again there will be NO tokens at the SWCBF! All breweries will have their own Square device so you can pay directly at their tent and enjoy even more delicious beers and shorter queues! This means that you must remember to bring along a debit/credit card as there will be no cash accepted on the day!
TTasters (150ml) are $4 each and middy’s are $9 and our festival Schooners at 425ml are available for just $12! Some breweries also offer cans which will be available for $9/$10.
The 2026 event will again have a family zone! In 2026 kids will be given a special wristband that gives them access into this zone and the playground if accompanied by an adult. This is a private area with shade, grass and seating where families can take the kids away from the main festival if they want some quiet time. Kids are also welcome out in the main festival area if accompanied by a parent.
Yes, at the South West Craft Beer Festival will have the best local food trucks in the South West parked up to keep your lunchtime hunger at bay. Our food vendors will also be selling a range of non-alcoholic beverages. For more information about our 2026 line-up head to our food vendors page.
Please make sure you bring your ticket with it displayed on your phone screen and your ID ready, so we can scan you in as quickly as possible. We recommend you slip, slop, slap for your day out and bring your best party energy so we can make the most of the day!
Yes this year we are bringing buses back to our event, patrons who wish to catch the bus will need to purchase a bus ticket on Eventbrite. There will be 3 buses running each with 2 different stops.
Busselton Bus Stops:
Busselton BS, Opposite 39 Albert Street, Busselton
Opposite Vasse General Store, Northerly St, Vasse
Dunsborough Bus Stops:
Dunsborough BS, Seymour Blvd, behind Pedros Mexican
Yallingup BS, Lagoon Cafe Cnr Valley Rd & Dawson Dr
Margaret River Bus Stops:
Margaret River BS, Charles West Ave
Cowaramup BS, Hasluck St, Cowaramup
We recommend you email us at buzzus@buzzmarketing.com.au
As much as we love our four-legged friends, pets are not permitted at the festival due to health and safety regulations. If there is a medical need for bringing your pet along, please contact us to organise festival access in advance.
We are a non-smoking event but there will be a designated area for those inclined.