Swindon Beer Festival

STEAM Museum, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon
Thu 22 - Sat 24 October 2026
3 days · 3 sessions · STEAM Museum, Fire Fly Avenue


About this festival

Expect a wide range of real ales and ciders, food from Jordys Kitchen, and family‑friendly daytime sessions on Friday and Saturday. Evening entertainment features The Sultans of Swingers on Thursday, plus a Saturday quiz and music from Geoff Roberts & Friends. Assistance dogs only are permitted, and the tunnel into town stays open until 11pm on Thursday and Friday nights.

A long‑running CAMRA favourite, the festival continues its tradition of showcasing great beer, community spirit and a lively autumn atmosphere.

Schedule

Thu
22
Thursday evening session
17:00 – 22:00
Fri
23
Friday session
12:00 – 22:00
Sat
24
Saturday daytime session
12:00 – 19:00

We've gathered these schedule details by hand, so please double-check the organiser's official channels for the latest times before you travel.

Tickets

Sold on the organiser's own ticket page.

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Breweries

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Location

STEAM Museum, Fire Fly Avenue
STEAM Museum, Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 2EY
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Find this festival online

Official links shared by the festival

swindon.camra.org.uk

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