Beer Festival - Brewer's Exhibition
The unmissable event for craft beer in Lorraine
2026
About Nancy Beer Festival
The Fête des Bières and the Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson form a dual event centered on beer, held every autumn at the Parc des Expositions in Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy. The Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson, a leading professional trade show, brings together around a hundred exhibitors from five countries across approximately 5,500 m². The Fête des Bières, open to the general public, features a festive evening on Friday and a large beer and gourmet market on Saturday, gathering craft brewers and hop enthusiasts alike.
Nancy Beer Festival — edition 2026
2026 edition of the Brewer's Fair and Beer Festival at the Parc des Expositions de Nancy, in Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, from October 15 to 17, 2026. The professional fair takes place on Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16, and the Beer Festival, open to the general public, livens up Friday evening and Saturday.
2026 Edition
The Brewer's Fair and the Beer Festival will be held from October 15 to 17, 2026, at the Parc des Expositions de Nancy, in Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy. The professional fair, dedicated to brewers and actors in the brewing industry, opens its doors on Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16, with about a hundred exhibitors and five countries represented.
The Beer Festival, open to the general public, takes over on Friday, October 16 in the evening (from 6:30 PM to 11 PM) and on Saturday, October 17 during the day (from 10 AM to 6 PM). Co-organized with the Musée Français de la Brasserie, it brings together craft brewers and regional producers from the Grand Est around tastings, local products, and friendly entertainment. A free shuttle connects downtown Nancy to the Parc Expo.
The detailed program for the 2026 edition had not yet been published at the time of our editorial verification (June 2026).
Highlights Nancy Beer Festival 2026
- Professional Brewer's Fair on Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16, 2026
- Beer Festival for the general public: Friday evening, October 16 and Saturday, October 17
- About a hundred exhibitors, five countries represented
- Free shuttle from downtown Nancy
Programme Nancy Beer Festival 2026
The detailed programme for the 2026 edition has not yet been released by the organisers; the website fetedesbieres.com currently states that the "programme is coming soon!" on its dedicated page. What we do know so far: the Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson (for professionals) will take place on Thursday, October 15th and Friday, October 16th, followed by the Fête des Bières (open to the general public) on Friday, October 16th in the evening (6:30 pm – 11:00 pm) and Saturday, October 17th during the day (10:00 am – 6:00 pm). The full programme will be added as soon as it is published.
Prices Nancy Beer Festival 2026
Practical information — Nancy Beer Festival
Practical Information
Location
Parc des Expositions de Nancy, Rue Catherine Opalinska, 54500 Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy.
Access
- By tram: Line T1, stop Vandoeuvre CHU or Brabois.
- By car: Via the A33, exit Vandoeuvre / Parc Expo. Free parking on site.
- By train: Nancy-Ville station, then take tram T1.
Opening Hours
- Salon du Brasseur (pro): Thursday and Friday from 9 am to 6 pm.
- Fête des Bières (public): Friday evening from 6:30 pm to 11 pm. Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm.
Rates
Please check the official website fetedesbieres.com for current admission prices. Tasting packages are available.
Contact
- Fête des Bières website: fetedesbieres.com
- Salon du Brasseur website: salondubrasseur.com
A dual event dedicated to beer
The Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson and the Fête des Bières combine to create a unique event in France, bringing together professionals and beer lovers around a shared passion: the art of brewing. Held every autumn at the Parc des Expositions de Nancy in Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, this event has established itself as an unmissable fixture in the French brewing industry.
The Salon du Brasseur: a major professional trade show
The Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson takes place on weekdays (Thursday and Friday) and is aimed at professionals and knowledgeable enthusiasts in the brewing world. With around 100 exhibitors from five countries spread over approximately 5,500 m², it is one of the main professional trade shows dedicated to brewing in France.
A show for all industry players
The show brings together:
- Raw material suppliers: malt houses, hop farms, yeast producers.
- Equipment manufacturers: brewing, bottling, and packaging equipment.
- Services: analysis laboratories, consultants, training providers.
- Craft and industrial brewers: showcasing their creations and innovations.
The Fête des Bières: two highlights
The Fête des Bières is dedicated to the general public and features two main highlights:
- Friday evening: a large festive party with craft beer tastings, live music, and a friendly atmosphere.
- Saturday: the Beer and Flavors Market, where visitors can discover and purchase craft beers from across France and beyond, accompanied by local delicacies.
Nancy, capital of craft beer
The event helps position Nancy and the Lorraine region as a center of excellence for craft beer in France. The Grand Est region currently boasts a remarkable density of craft breweries, and the Salon du Brasseur & de la Boisson supports this momentum by providing a space for networking, training, and promotion for the entire industry.
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