Asia Beer Festivals
Asia’s beer festival scene has grown rapidly in recent years, especially in cities known for international travel and modern craft brewing movements. Festivals in Japan, China, and other parts of Asia combine local brewing creativity with global beer culture, often on a massive scale. These events are ideal for travelers looking to explore how traditional flavors and modern brewing techniques intersect.
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GABS (Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) – Melbourne, Australia
Overview and Experience: GABS (Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular) is more than just a beer festival—it’s a creative playground for brewers and beer lovers alike. Held annually in Melbourne, with satellite events in Sydney, Brisbane, and Auckland, GABS is one of the most innovative and experimental beer festivals in the Southern Hemisphere. Founded in 2011, the…
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Qingdao International Beer Festival (Qingdao, China)
Overview and Experience: Often referred to as the “Asian Oktoberfest,” the Qingdao International Beer Festival is the largest beer festival in Asia and a cultural phenomenon in its own right. Held in the coastal city of Qingdao, China, this festival combines the best of Chinese and international beer cultures, creating a unique fusion of East…