A church may not sound like the most typical location to enjoy your favourite beers, yet Groningen's beloved Martinikerk has been a popular beer venue for many years! The 10th edition of Groningen Beer Festival takes place on April 23, 2022 at the famous Martinikerk in Groningen.

A vast array of fantastic beers

Dutch and international beers will be flowing, both draft and bottled, to delight your taste buds and provide the perfect atmosphere for a memorable evening out with friends or colleagues. The list of participating breweries is astounding.

Besides the fantastic beers, there are going to be masterclasses given by international beer experts, a brewing competition for amateur and professional brewers, as well as a beer and food competition. Browse these beer activities on the festival website.

Masterclasses at Groningen Beer Festival

The Groningen Beer Festival is renowned for its experts who pass on insider beer knowledge to aspiring beer aficionados in the masterclasses. Here are some of the kinds of masterclasses you're likely to find at the festival:

Sour Beer Masterclass

The masterclass will present beers with a variety of sourness, adding a unique taste to the beverage.

VIP masterclass and cruise with beer expert

Starting with a beer and food tasting cruise, as well as a guided tour throughout the Martinikerk, a beer expert will introduce you to some fine specialist beers. 

Masterclass Beerdome with Spartacus 

The masterclass will detail various topics that are of interest to those in the brewing industry. 

Get your tickets

Get your Groningen Beer Festival tickets in advance on the festival website.