Liverpool Beer Festival is set to return to the Metropolitan Cathedral Crypt from 18th to 20th February 2027, bringing more than 200 cask beers, ciders and perries to the city.
Organised by the Liverpool & Districts branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), the popular annual event will once again celebrate real ale and traditional cider, welcoming beer enthusiasts from across Liverpool and beyond.
The festival, which is Liverpool’s only CAMRA cask beer and cider festival, will feature an extensive selection of drinks alongside dedicated brewery bars and festival food.
CAMRA members will also benefit from free entry to the event.
Liverpool Beer Festival 2027 opening times
The festival will take place across five separately ticketed sessions, giving visitors several opportunities to explore the impressive range of beers, ciders and perries on offer.
The confirmed sessions are:
- Thursday 18th February: 12pm – 4pm
- Thursday 18th February: 6pm – 10pm
- Friday 19th February: 12pm – 4pm
- Friday 19th February: 6pm – 10pm
- Saturday 20th February: 12pm – 6pm
Tickets are scheduled to go on sale on Sunday 1st November 2026.
Champion Winter Beer of Britain competition returns
Alongside the main festival, Liverpool Beer Festival 2027 will once again host CAMRA’s prestigious national Champion Winter Beer of Britain competition.
The competition will showcase approximately 50 winter and speciality beers, selected following judging across nine CAMRA regions.
The winning beers will be announced during the festival’s opening lunchtime session on Thursday 18th February, adding another highlight to the three-day celebration.
Held in the atmospheric surroundings of Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Crypt, the festival offers visitors the opportunity to discover new breweries, sample traditional favourites and enjoy a wide variety of real ales and ciders.
For further information about Liverpool Beer Festival 2027 and Liverpool & Districts CAMRA, visit the website.
