
Indie Beer Fest Wales Is Coming to Depot — 9–11 July 2026
From Thursday 9 July to Saturday 11 July, our doors open for a brand-new three-day craft beer festival — part of The Great Welsh Drinks Festival — organised in collaboration with the Welsh Government Drinks Cluster and SIBA (the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates). Over 35 independent Welsh breweries will be pouring more than 150 beers across the weekend. Keg, cask, live music, DJs, and Welsh street food. All under our roof.
What to Expect
Every ticket includes a branded pint glass and a beer token to kick things off. Whether you’re a seasoned cask devotee or someone just starting to explore craft beer, there’s something here for every kind of drinker. You’ll be able to chat directly with the people who brew these beers — the makers behind some of Wales’s most exciting independent breweries.
The festival runs across three sessions:
- Thursday 9 July — Opening night from 6pm, including a dedicated trade session for pubs, bars, and hospitality professionals
- Friday 10 July — Full festival day (session times to be confirmed)
- Saturday 11 July — Final day, closing party until 10pm
Come for one night or make a whole weekend of it.
Why This Festival Matters
Wales is the only region in the UK with a genuinely growing brewing industry. This festival is a chance to experience that growth first-hand — no multinational-owned brands, no corporate conglomerates. Just Welsh independent breweries, many family-run, making exceptional beer.
We’re proud that Depot is the home for this event. Our warehouse space on Dumballs Road — just a 10-minute walk from Cardiff Central — was built for moments like this.
Grab Your Tickets
Tickets are on sale now via See Tickets. Early booking is strongly recommended — this is the first edition of Indie Beer Fest Wales, and we expect it to sell out.
For the full lowdown on the festival — including brewery details, the trade session, and tips on making a Cardiff weekend of it — check out the comprehensive guide over at Wales.org: Indie Beer Fest Wales 2026.
See you at the bar.










