Dive into the heart of our community festival, where joy, creativity, and giving back come together for two unforgettable days. We're opening our doors on Friday from 5pm-11pm and Saturday from 1pm-11pm, offering a feast for the senses and the soul. Check out event information below and keep an eye on our social media for exciting updates! Online discounted ticket prices are available below.

Beer & Gin Festival 2025

Our festival is more than just a gathering; it's a community celebration dedicated to supporting local causes through the joy of music, food, and drinks. By joining us, you're not only set for a fantastic time but also contributing to a greater good. Let's raise our glasses to good times, great tastes, and the spirit of giving back. See you there for an experience that promises to be both delicious and heart-warming! 🎶🍻🍕🍹

Official Programme coming soon!

What’s On Offer:

A wide variety of live entertainment including Rock n Roll, Ceilidh, DJ sets and Covers. Bring your dancing shoes and warm your vocal chords as we bring to you the widest variety of music ever scheduled at the Helensburgh Beer and Gin Festival!!!

Friday Live Music

Cider Tent: Vinyl collector, Plane Driver and all round feel-good DJ Paddy is bringing you some of the best of soul to our waterfront. Emphasizing rhythm and danceability, with experience from our West End & Ibiza this Chicago born DJ brings the perfect garnish to cocktail hour!

Main Stage: From 5pm DJ Stewart Maule will warm the party up as we dance, sing and toast to great songs from across the years. From 8pm HEADLINE ACT Oasus join us to perform an incredible tribute to one of the biggest bands of the 90s. You won't look back in anger if you hang around for this great live tribute to band 'Oasis'.

Saturday Live Music

Cider Tent: From 5pm The Vintage Imps & From 7pm Napoleon Complex

Main Stage: From 2pm local band Crowded Croft return to perform some of their Ceilidh hits and talented Covers. Then From 6pm The Too Late take to the stage having performed at ButeFest and the Sound of Iona. Debuting at this years Helensburgh Beer and Gin festival they will perform a mix of their fantastic Indie Pop covers. Complete the evening with HEADLINE ACT Man From Delmonte, as we rock out From 8pm to some of the greatest classics of our time. With some incredible vocals, live guitar solos and truly awesome vibes, we can't wait to bring to you a weekend packed with festival entertainment.

• Beer Bar offering over 35 varieties of cask ale, craft lager, and lager!

• Cider Tent with more than 20 different delicious ciders from across the UK!

• Gin Bar with classic gin and tonics, cocktails, Prosecco, and a range of cocktails.

• Rum Bar providing a variety of delicious flavours from across the Caribbean

• Alcohol-Free Bar offering a wide range of non-alcoholic beers, fun alcohol-free cocktails, tasty alcohol-free sparkling, and water.

• A delicious set of food options:

  - A debut from Mama Dumpling

  - Popular return of Scosseze Pizza

  - Delhi's Winter Linlithgow delicious Indian Cuisine

  - Events Kitchens tasty Burgers, Macaroni & Loaded Fries

  
  

Ticketing and Festival Logistics:

Drinks Tokens:

At our festival, all further drink purchases are facilitated through tokens, streamlining your experience so you can focus on enjoying the moment. Tokens are priced at £2.50 each. Token stations are located throughout the venue.

• Half Pint: 1 token

• Gin & Tonic / Prosecco: 2 tokens

• Cocktails: 3 tokens

• Non-alcoholic options: 2 tokens

Food Court:

Our food court welcomes both cash and card payments, offering a convenient way to indulge in a variety of culinary delights.

Please Note:

• Adults Only:

  Our festival is an adult-only event, strictly no children, including babies, to ensure a relaxed atmosphere for all our guests.

• Dogs:

  Well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept in the outdoor areas of the festival. We believe in making our festival accessible to your furry friends, allowing you to enjoy the festivities together, under the condition they are well supervised.

• Photography Notice:

  Please be aware that we'll be capturing the magic of our festival through photography throughout the event. The purchase of a ticket implies your consent for these photographs to be potentially used for promotional purposes. It's a chance to show off the vibrant energy and unforgettable moments that make our festival so special. Whether you're sipping on a craft beer, enjoying the live music, or just soaking in the atmosphere with friends, you might just spot yourself in our future promotions!

• Challenge 25:

  In line with our commitment to responsible drinking, there will be a Challenge 25 policy at the door. This means if you're lucky enough to look under 25, you'll be asked to provide a valid ID to prove you're 18 or over. Please ensure you bring suitable identification to avoid disappointment. It's all part of ensuring our festival remains a safe and enjoyable event for everyone to relax and have fun.

• Full terms are available here.