We’ve got some beer-y good news for all you Gold Coast brews lovers that is sure to quench your thirst for a good time.
The beloved Crafted Beer Festival is returning to the Gold Coast in 2025; the iconic beer celebration will be held at the beachside precinct of Broadbeach’s Kurrawa Park on Saturday 13 September, 2025—and now, after brewing some serious buzz with their first announcement, they’ve just dropped an even bigger second wave of breweries, food, and bubbly festival fun.
The Second Drop: Bigger, Bolder and Beer-ier
Crafted is now officially boasting 50+ breweries and over 400 individual brews, making this the biggest edition yet. Joining the already stacked lineup are cideries and breweries like Bertie’s Cider, Boxer Brewing Co., Cane Cutter’s Brewing, Eighth Day Cider, Golden Axe Cider, Helios Brewing, Terella Brewing, Ventura Brewing and YEPP Brewing Co.
On the food front, prepare your tastebuds for newcomers Bigoli, Wagyu Blacks, Gluten Free Donuts, I Heart Calamari and Italian Pizzas alongside festival favourites.
And for those who like their beer with a side of competition, the brand-new Crafted Games Arena will be your playground—think beer yoga, ping pong battles, and basketball shootouts, plus roaming mischief from the interactive Master of Puppets competition.
Meanwhile, the festival’s sizzling Crafted Smokeshow is turning up the heat with hot wing challenges, slider throwdowns, and live BBQ demos that will test your appetite and your mettle.
The First Drop: What We Already Know And Love
Turning nine years old—and more than ready to celebrate it—the beer extravaganza is bringing together a whirlwind celebration of craft beer, creativity and quality.
Crafted is celebrating the return of Gold Coast festival faves such as Precinct Brewing, Balter Brewing, Burleigh Bewing Co, Black Hops, Madocke and more, as well as weloming some crafty newcomers making their Crafted debut such as Tap That Brewery, cult-favourite Kaiju! Beer and Bacchus Brewing Co.
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Not a fan of beer? Granddad Jack's has you covered with their iconic two-storey vintage cocktail and spirits bar and Carafe Wine will be pouring premium sustainable wines. There's also an exciting new addition in the form of Carafe Wine Masterclasses, including a Champagne Masterclass and a Rosé Blending experience led by winemaker Archie Cox.
Once you’ve got your beer gut in full force, tuck into some of the mouth-watering bites from local foodies, such as traditonal American low'n'slow BBQ from Flamin Grillas, spice-packed wings from Cychos Buffalo Wings, smashburgs from Smash Burger Society, beef brisket and pulled pork from Sticky Addiction and many more.
We're excited for the launch of Crafted Smokeshow—a sensory overload of all things smoking, sizzling and seriously competitive. Expect BBQ eating competitions, live cooking demonstrations, smokey eats and more.
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Pair your brews and chews with tunes from an array of local and Australian acts. Prepare to get down with the Beddy Rays, bringing their indie rock beats to the festival stage, along with the sounds of Le Shiv, FELONY., Thirst Trap, Dropics, Alison, and Beatniks DJs, ensuring there’s a beat for every brew lover.
Crafted Beer Festival has sold out in previous years, so be sure to snag your tickets from $56 schooner rather than later. First release tickets are already sold out.
While you wait to quench your thirst, here are the some of the best craft breweries to hit around the Gold Coast.
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