Sheffield Year of Beer 2026
Sheffield has always been a city of makers, where craftsmanship runs through everything it does – and beer is no exception. From traditional brewing roots to modern, experimental pours, creativity and quality sit at the heart of every pint.
And Sheffield isn’t just rather good at beer. For more than 40 years, the city has helped shape the craft beer movement, influencing brewers and beer lovers far beyond the UK. It’s a place that truly inspires the craft of beer.
In 2026, visitors and locals alike are invited to experience that passion firsthand and raise a glass to Sheffield’s vibrant brewing scene, with a fantastic lineup of festivals taking place throughout the year.
The celebrations culminate in the landmark 50th edition of the renowned Steel City Beer & Cider Festival, a fitting grand finale that showcases the best of Sheffield’s brewing talent and long-standing love affair with great beer and cider.
See the festivals coming up below…
2026 Beer Festivals
Neepsend Craft Beer Festival 2026
Sheffield’s freshest beer festival is back, as the team behind the award-winning Peddler Market present Neepsend Craft Beer Festival, taking place 27 - 28 February.
Indie Beer Feast 2026
Kicking off Sheffield Beer Week in style… the Indie Beer Feast is a two-day independent craft beer festival, taking place at Trafalgar Warehouse in Sheffield City Centre, 6 - 7 March.
Sheffield Beer Week 2026
Sheffield Beer Week is an annual citywide celebration spread across multiple venues throughout the city. For 2026, a whole load of beery events will be taking place once again, 9 - 15 March.
EccyFest IV
EccyFest is a celebration of real ale and independent bars along Ecclesall Road! Bringing beer lovers together 17 - 19 April, the festival will present a trail of great pubs, special beers and live atmosphere, with prizes to be won.
Pintstock
Taking pace on Saturday 13 June, Pintstock is a brand-new festival in Sheffield, serving top-tier craft beer with the best emerging indie talent, because great music deserves great pints.
Abbeydale Road Beer Festival 2026
Abbeydale Road Beer Festival returns for its 5th year, 30 July - 2 August, for 4 days of tap takeovers and beery heaven across 12 bars.
Steel City Beer and Cider Festival 2026
Sheffield's original beer festival, celebrating its 50th year! Steel City Beer and Cider Festival is back at Kelham Island Museum 21 -24 October, with another massive selection of the best beer, cider and perry, plus live music and street food.
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