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5th, December 2020
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Event Location

Three Parks, Wanaka

Wanaka Beer Festival is back for 2020!

We’re back for our fifth year with the best lineup yet to kick off summer properly. More than a dozen of New Zealand’s best and most-awarded breweries will be at the Wanaka Beer Festival 2020, serving up tasty craft beer at Three Parks – the home of Wheels at Wanake – against the backdrop of Mt Iron, the Pisa Ranges & Roys Peak. 

If beer isn’t your beverage of choice, we’ll also be serving a fantastic array of local wine varieties, beer and spirit cocktails, Kombucha on tap and, of course, coffee. Not thirsty? Our local vendors are providing some of the best nibbles from around the world with plenty of local Kiwi favourites.

Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss out on the best summer event in Wanaka.

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Our Brewers

B.EFFECT

Based in Wanaka, B.Effect creates Central Otago Ales using wine-making techniques & Pinot Noir yeasts. We also make great sessionable Beers for the mountains and the lake. B.Effect is here to fill the need for quality craft beers in Wanaka that can be enjoyed out on the lake, up the mountains, or after a ride through Sticky Forrest. Just trying to help design the best lifestyle we can; by promoting & supporting leisure time. Because as Josef Pieper said: 'leisure is the basis of culture', and along with enjoying a good beer that resonates with us.
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WANAKA BEER WORKS

Newly acquired by a couple of hospo veterans - Beerworks is going through some well deserved & needed changes. New beers, new faces & a new way of delivering beers into your ungrateful mouths. Check out their stand & their Dodge beer bar!
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RHYME X REASON

This quirky brewery does more than just produce quality beer. Brewed in gorgeous Wanaka, New Zealand, R&R pride themselves on brewing with quality and passion. Their beers have a major drinkability factor, meaning even the 12%ers are smooth. Always coming up with new recipes and ideas for both Seasonal and Signature beers, this stand is a must visit.
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SIDEWINDER

Sidewinder is a beer crafted for enjoying once the work is done. Apres work, slide, ski, ride, Sidewinder tastes better once earned. Founded by mates, Dave and Luc in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, their micro brewery in Wanaka is their passion, with each brew heaved full of malt, hops, clear water and happiness.
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GROUND UP

Ground Up was inspired by Oli and Julian’s biggest obsessions (after beer), climbing and mountaineering, but also relates to how they run the brewery. Most of the beers are named after routes and climbs which they’ve either done or are on our ultimate tick list.
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McLeods

McLeod's Brewery was named Champion Small Intl Brewery at the AIBA 2019. We're a small-batch brewery on Northland's stunning east coast, and our beers are as diverse as our fans in this great little slice of heaven in New Zealand. Find our core range and seasonal brews in bottles and on taps at McLeod's Pizza Barn and find independents nation-wide. We make beer for every palate, every day, always flavorful and always delicious. That's the McLeod's way.
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CRIMSON BADGER

You've probably seen the t-shirt now drink the bear..the beer, the ginger beer. 'Made by two odd balls, united by alcohol, competition, and creativity - they convinced each other that it was a totally intelligent idea to brew with no previous experience, money, and still working a full-time job.' Sounds like they need it to work so go drink their stuff!
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CONCEPT BREWING

They brew with love, a fair whack of humour and also a lot of deliciousness..It all came about because the brewer wanted to drink beer with his mates..hey didn't they all..make sure to visit them, you really won't be disappointed.
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PARROT DOG

Created by three guys called Matt - Parrot Dog are one of the best known breweries in NZ. Making beers in their brewery in Lyall, Wellington - they aim to make approachable beers for everyone to enjoy. I think we can all drink to that!
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NEW NEW NEW

New New New is a craft brewing company situated a few hours north of Wanaka in Dunedin, New Zealand. You can be sure to expect a range of exciting beers and fermented beverages. From their Peach & Nectarine Sour Ale to their Chinese Tea Oat Ale, you’ll find a great beer that’s bound to excite you.
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BEER BARONESS

Beer Baroness Brewing Company is at the centre of the beating heart of Christchurch Brewing. Creating bold, refined and creative beers since 2012, at Beer Baroness flavour comes first.
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LAKE & WOOD

Based in Arrowtown, you don't get to sample these delicious beers unless you head over the hill so we are pretty happy these guys have come along this year. Someone said they are bringing a BBQ as well so that's a second reason to give them a visit.
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CANYON

Brewed alongside the iconic Shotover River, Canyon Breweries produces four regular brews and two rotating seasonally. Their hand- crafted beers strike the perfect balance between easy drinking and interesting flavours. Their thing is making approachable beers that are memorable. By paying close attention to detail throughout the brewing process, from paddock to pint to ensure our brews are of outstanding quality
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EDDY LINE

With one of the best brewery names EDDY LINE based out of Nelson and Colorado, USA - these guys are our first international brewery, which is pretty awesome. They say their beers are for any adventure, so they should fit in just fine down here in Central.
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ALTITUDE

Altitude Brewing is a Queenstown-based craft brewery dedicated to producing quality Kiwi beers fit for laid back mountain living. Founded by one of the locals, this small brewery is dedicated to making the most drinkable beers on the planet. With a host of national and international awards, they produce a range of beer styles and are constantly striving to push the flavour boundaries of brewing. As part of their ethos they strive not only to enjoy our local environment but also support it and look after our eco-system.
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Beer Week Events 29th Nov - 6th Dec

Air Hockey

Rhyme & Reason | Tuesday 1st Dec | 6 pm
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Fossball

Rove | Wednesday 2nd Dec | 6pm
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Cornhole

b.social | Thursday 3rd Dec | 6pm
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Golf Day

Lake Hawea Golf Club | Friday 4th Dec | From 12pm
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Useful Info

The Wanaka Beer Festival 2020 is on Saturday 5th December from 12pm to 6:30pm at Wanaka Three Parks. Signs will be visible on Ballantyne Road & Sir Tim Wallis directing  you to the venue.

Tickets start at $30 for the Early Bird price; General Admission is $40. Buy your tickets today!

Yes, but on a lead at all times.

No. This year we are accepting Eftpos transactions & cash at all vendors.

While the Wanaka Beer Festival is an all ages event, we recommend that you take the day off and hire a sitter so you can enjoy the festivities. Kids under 12 are free, but those over 12 must pay a full price ticket. All children/minors must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian. 

Contact us at wanakabeerfest@gmail.com.

Yes, Wanaka Beer Festival has provided accessible toilets & seating for reduced mobility patrons.

Yes. There will be extensive parking on-site for both cars & bikes.

We have a wide range of beverages available. Cocktails, wine, coffee, kombucha & soft drinks.

No. We have some great food vendors so please support them!

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