The Norwich Craft Beer Festival is back at The Waterfront this early May Bank Holiday, expanding for 2026 with more breweries, more space, and an extra session.

Organised by Sir Toby’s Beers, the festival now includes a new Friday evening opening on 1 May, alongside an expanded venue featuring additional seating and brewery talks.

This year’s line-up includes European names such as Paulaner Brauerei München and Kasteel Brouwerij Van Honsebrouck, as well as Bullhouse Brew Co. They join a strong mix of national and local brewers, including returning favourites Duration, All Day and Ampersand, who have created a special one-off festival beer.

Luke Stott from Sir Toby’s Beers said: “We are keeping the exact recipe of the festival brew secret until the first day, but it may or may not involve Jammy Dodgers”.

Newcomers include Holy Goat and Radio City Beer Works, while Emperors Brewery returns with its signature barrel-aged beers.

“There’s a real sense of innovation meeting tradition across the continent”

Co-owner Dominic Burke said: “We’re thrilled to bring the Norwich Craft Beer Festival back to The Waterfront, and this year we’ve really pushed to highlight the incredible diversity coming out of Europe right now.”

The festival runs from 1–3 May 2026, with four sessions across the weekend. Visitors can choose general entry or VIP tickets, with street food from BoHo Nachos and DJs throughout. For tickets and more info visit: norwichcraftbeerfest.co.uk