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WFP18 OCTOBER 17-19 2024
WFP19 APRIL 3-5 2025
WARSAW LEGIA STADIUM
THURSDAY 16-24, FRIDAY 14-24, SATURDAY 12-24
ABOUT
The Warsaw Beer Festival was first held in 2014, the first event of its kind in Poland. It continues to bring together modern Polish craft beer tastes and the hottest trends. They are eager to challenge bland traditions and create striking, modern beer. And the Warsaw Beer Festival is the place to experience the best of the best.
Meet the modern face of Poland’s vibrant beer culture. Experience over 1,300 beers from top brewers driving the revolution. Discover and enjoy the forefront of taste innovation, poured from more than 550 taps. There is something for everyone, even more traditional styles and experimental flavours.
For over 100 years, Warsaw’s streets have been home to a diverse mix of people and cultures. The city’s food scene has developed into a unique blend of tastes from around the world. Traditions continue at the Warsaw Beer Festival. 17 of the best foodtrucks offer visitors a distinct selection for every taste and pocket.
Besides exceptional beer, visitors enjoy a variety of other entertainment experiences. There are lots of board games, fussball, excellent coffee and arcade machines. The festival also features games tournaments, free lectures and paid tasting masterclasses. Many distinguished guests visit the Warsaw Beer Festival too.
Single ticket
25 PLN (~5,9 €)
3-day pass
45 PLN (~10,5 €)
Premium pass
90 PLN (~21 €)
Super premium pass
145 PLN (~34 €)
Kits
Premium pass: 3-day pass + base festival kit
Limited festival set worth PLN 119: a 3-day pass for the entire event, WFP18 0.5 festival glass with a dedicated kangaroo-bag and a playing card! The glass will be waiting for you at the festival stand!
Price: 90 PLN (~21 €)
Super premium pass: 3-day pass + super premium festival kit
Limited festival set worth PLN 173 with best festival gadgets: WFP18 0.5 festival glass and a kangaroo-bag, small 0,1 tasting glass, hand-painted PIN of your choice made of recycled metal and a playing card! The set can be collected at the festival stand!
Price: 145 PLN (~34 €)
READ ALL ABOUT IT!
Thriving craft beer scene leads Poland’s “piwo-lution” Notes From Poland
“Polish brewing has gone from zero to hero,” says Paweł Leszczyński, the founder of the festival (pictured below left). “The diversity, variety and authenticity of Poland’s craft sector is unique.” read more…
Warsaw’s Best At Its Greatest Fest Warsaw Insider
Much can change in a decade: people, places, trends. In many respects, the Warsaw Beer Festival has mirrored these changes, and at times even led them. From its beginnings in a stuffy, distant hall, it has grown in tandem with the country’s craft beer scene read more…
Warsaw | Welcome to the new way Brewers Journal
“There is a common language in this world we call craft beer. And that is based on a love of creating a quality product that people can enjoy. It’s why we do what we do, and why we continue to do so… read more…
Return of Poland’s biggest beer festival reveals country’s robust craft industry THEfirstNEWS
Held for the 12th time, the Warsaw Beer Festival has grown from humble beginnings to become an industry juggernaut. Widely recognized as the most important event of its genre in Central Europe read more…
Workshops and lectures in English
TASTINGS, MASTERCLASSES, SAUNA
Friday, 18 October 2024
Friday
15:00 – 16:00
workshop room first floor
TASTING
Baltic porter with Brazilian wood
Palatum Brewery from Warsaw, together with Nadhine França from Brazil, will introduce the Polish market to six types of Brazilian wood that enhance dark beers. The star of the show? A special Baltic porter brewed just for this event. Expect to explore the unique flavors of Amburana, Cumaru, Balsamo, Putumuju, Ipe, and Catanheira, while learning how each wood transforms the beer and learn how to use it.
Friday
18:00 – 19:30
workshop room first floor
FLAVORACTIV
Beer Sensory Practices
This workshop, led by DR. Boris Gadzov, will enhance your sensory skills with professional samples from FlavorActiV, led by Dr. Boris Gadzov, an expert in beer sensory science. The session includes a theoretical overview and a tasting, where you’ll explore the flavor and aroma characteristics of beer. Plus, enjoy a demonstration of recommended tasting techniques. Don’t miss this chance to refine your tasting skills!
Friday
18:00 – 19:30
workshop room first floor
WORKSHOP
Craft Your Own Mead: Furious Meads Master Class #1
Join us for a workshop featuring six different Furious Meads, where you’ll craft your own unique bottle to take home! We’ll discuss the history of Furious Meads and what sets them apart from traditional meads. You’ll also have the chance to customize your own version, adding your favorite adjuncts before bottling and labeling it. Each session will feature different meads to taste. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to create your own Furious Meads bottle!
Friday
19:30 – 20:30
workshop room first floor
WORKSHOP
Craft Your Own Mead: Furious Meads Master Class #2
Join us for a fun workshop with six different Furious Meads, where you’ll get to craft your own unique bottle to take home! We’ll chat about the history of Furious Meads and what makes them special, plus you’ll have the chance to customize your own version with your favorite ingredients before bottling and labeling it. Each session will feature different meads to taste. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to create your own Furious Meads bottle!
Friday
20:00 – 21:30
workshop room first floor
FLAVORACTIV
Advanced Beer Sensory Practices
Enhance your beer knowledge with our advanced sensory workshops led by Dr. Boris Gadzov. Perfect for producers, brewers, judges, and enthusiasts, this session includes a theory and tasting segment, where you’ll explore beer’s flavor and aroma characteristics. A unique chance to expand your sensory skills!
Friday
20:00 – 22:00
sauna
SAUNA
Awakening of the Senses: Whisks and Hops
We enter the sauna and immerse ourselves in warmth, sounds, and scents. We relax our muscles and calm our breath. A specialty of this event will be the ritual which involves direct contact with nature through the touch of soft, fragrant, hot forest bouquets made from tree branches. We will use these whisks – brooms to massage, warm, wrap, and even whip you. In addition to the scents of the forest, we’ll add the aroma of hops. It’s like diving into a forest IPA 🙂 After the session, we cool down with a literal bucket of cold water. As a result, we feel rejuvenated and fully prepared to enjoy the masterpieces of the art of malt and hops.
It’s worth bringing three towels with you (one for drying off, one for sitting on in the sauna, and one for covering up or wearing a robe) and flip-flops. If you don’t bring them, don’t worry – we have towels available for rent on board. Of course, we come to the sauna sober! Alcohol is a substance that should be used responsibly, as it tends to hit you suddenly in the sauna. Therefore, we recommend kombucha, delicious kvass, or low-alcohol beers for the sauna, of which you’ll find a wide selection at the festival.
Saturday, 19 October 2024
Saturday
12:30 – 13:30
workshop room first floor
WORKSHOP
WBP Top Rated Barrel Aged Beer
Can’t make it to the festival on Thursday or Friday but love barrel-aged beers? No worries! Join us for a special bottle share event featuring six top-rated barrel-aged brews from the first two days of the fest. Handpicked based on Untappd ratings, these beers will be waiting just for you. Don’t miss your chance to catch up on the best! Led by Łukasz Gralewski (Kaingorn).
Saturday
14:00 – 15:00
workshop room first floor
TASTING
Antidoot
Join us for a tasting of Belgium’s most innovative brewery, Antidoot! Since 2017, they’ve been crafting unique barrel-aged beers, ciders, wines, and hybrids with wild fermentations and exciting flavors. In this session, we’ll sample 8 different releases and dive into their story. Led by Sonny Van Assche, wild beer enthusiast and owner of Furious Meads.
Saturday
16:30 – 17:30
sauna
SAUNA
Relaxing Aroma Session
We enter the sauna to immerse ourselves in warmth, sounds, and scents. We relax our muscles and calm our breath. After the session, we cool down with a literal bucket of cold water. As a result, we feel rejuvenated and fully prepared to enjoy the masterpieces of the art of malt and hops.
It’s worth bringing three towels with you (one for drying off, one for sitting on in the sauna, and one for covering up or wearing a robe) and flip-flops. If you don’t bring them, don’t worry – we have towels available for rent on board. Of course, we come to the sauna sober! Alcohol is a substance that should be used responsibly, as it tends to hit you suddenly in the sauna. Therefore, we recommend kombucha, delicious kvass, or low-alcohol beers for the sauna, of which you’ll find a wide selection at the festival.
Saturday
15:00 – 16:00
workshop room first floor
TASTING
WBF Top Rated IPAs
Can’t make it to the festival on Thursday or Friday but love barrel-aged beers? No worries! Join us for a special bottle share event featuring six top-rated barrel-aged brews from the first two days of the fest. Handpicked based on Untappd ratings, these beers will be waiting just for you. Don’t miss your chance to catch up on the best! Led by Łukasz Gralewski (Kaingorn).
Saturday
15:30 – 16:30
workshop room first floor
MASTERCLASS
O’Hara’s Brewery
Join us for a tasting of O’Hara’s beers at the Warsaw Beer Festival! Established in 1996, this family-owned brewery is a pioneer of Irish craft brewing, rooted in the historic Barrow Valley. Discover the evolution of Irish brewing and sample a selection of their finest beers in this engaging masterclass!
Saturday
16:30 – 17:30
workshop room first floor
TASTING
WBF Top Rated Sours
Love sour beers? Don’t miss the chance to taste some of Poland’s best-rated Sours at the Warsaw Beer Festival! We’ll feature a variety, including Fruited Sours, Pastry Sours, Fruited Gose, and Berliner Weisse. Join certified beer judge Artur Napiórkowski for this fun and refreshing experience!
Saturday
17:00 – 18:00
workshop room first floor
MASTERCLASS
Green Gold
Join us for a tasting of Green Gold beers at the Warsaw Beer Festival! This innovative Slovenian microbrewery began in a garage and aims to create beers with amazing „superpowers”! The owner, Luka Rojnik, blends Slovenian tradition with global brewing knowledge, focusing on hoppy beers while also crafting delicious imperial stouts. Don’t miss this chance to explore their unique products!
Saturday
18:00 – 19:00
sauna
SAUNA
Like a Cat on a Hearth – Lazy Sauna Session
Our sauna vessel offers the opportunity to disconnect from the festival bustle to find balance and warm up so that cooling down with a delicious cold drink afterward becomes an even more exceptional experience.
It’s worth bringing three towels with you (one for drying off, one for sitting on in the sauna, and one for covering up or wearing a robe) and flip-flops. If you don’t bring them, don’t worry – we have towels available for rent on board. Of course, we come to the sauna sober! Alcohol is a substance that should be used responsibly, as it tends to hit you suddenly in the sauna. Therefore, we recommend kombucha, delicious kvass, or low-alcohol beers for the sauna, of which you’ll find a wide selection at the festival.
Saturday
21:00 – 22:00
sauna
SAUNA
Meeting with the Forest
For the last time in this edition of the festival, we immerse ourselves in warmth, and above all, in the rustle of twigs and the scent of the forest. You’ll be greeted by the touch of hot, soft, fragrant oak twigs, which Lucjan – not without reason calling himself the Wit – will use for massaging and whipping.
It’s worth bringing three towels with you (one for drying off, one for sitting on in the sauna, and one for covering up or wearing a robe) and flip-flops. If you don’t bring them, don’t worry – we have towels available for rent on board. Of course, we come to the sauna sober! Alcohol is a substance that should be used responsibly, as it tends to hit you suddenly in the sauna. Therefore, we recommend kombucha, delicious kvass, or low-alcohol beers for the sauna, of which you’ll find a wide selection at the festival.
GUIDED TOURS
Thursday, 17 October 2024
Thursday
20:00 – 21:00
festival stand 2nd floor
GUIDED TRIP WITH TASTING
Craft Beer is More Than Just Bitterness!
Let’s be honest – bitterness in beer isn’t always everyone’s favorite, or maybe you’re just looking for a break from it. This tour will showcase craft beers that offer so much more, from sour to sweet, fruity, malty, caramel, and chocolate profiles. A perfect chance to explore how diverse the world of beer can be, and to try something new that will surprise your palate. Led by Dominik Hawraj.
By joining the tasting you get the Warsaw Beer Festival 0,1 tasting glass!
Friday, 18 October 2024
Friday
16:30 – 17:30
festival stand 2nd floor
GUIDED TRIP WITH TASTING
Trail over the strong beers
Join us on a tour to discover the world of truly powerful beers – imperial porters and stouts, Belgian strong ales, barley wines, and even frozen beers. This is the perfect opportunity to taste some of the strongest and most intense beers on the market. Led by Dominik Hawraj.
By joining the tasting you get the Warsaw Beer Festival 0,1 tasting glass!
Friday
18:00 – 19:00
festival stand 2nd floor
GUIDED TRIP WITHOUT TASTING
Warsaw Beer Festival Insider
Get an insider’s look at one of Europe’s best beer festivals. During this tour, I’ll point out the most interesting breweries and unique beers while sharing stories and anecdotes from the Polish craft beer scene. It’s a great way to feel the festival vibe from behind the scenes. Led by Michał Toński.
Saturday, 19 October 2024 r.
Saturday
15:00 – 16:00
festival stand 2nd floor
GUIDED TRIP WITHOUT TASTING
Warsaw Beer Festival for newcomers
If it’s your first time at WFP, this tour is perfect for discovering the best breweries, beers, and attractions at the festival. I’ll show you around and point out the highlights, especially those beers you’ll only find at WFP. Led by Michał Toński.
MAIN STAGE
Thursday, 17 October 2024
Thursday
19:30 – 20:00
main stage
DISCUSSION
Diversity is Great: Green Gold Brewing: Innovation and Passion from the Heart of Slovenia’s Hops 
Slovenian hops and beer innovation in one. Listen as Green Gold Brewing creates unique beers from the heart of one of Europe’s most important hop regions. The conversation will be led by Kacper Groń from Piwna Zwrotnica.
Thursday
20:00 – 20:30
stadium turf
WELCOME SPRING
Grand Opening
We’re celebrating 10 years of the Warsaw Beer Festival! Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the upcoming three-day beer feast. Be part of the joy, excitement, and amazing energy that will accompany us throughout the entire festival!
Friday, 18 October 2024
Friday
16:15 – 16:45
main stage
DISCUSSION
Baltic Porter in Brazilian Wood: Exotic Aromas in Every Sip – Nadhine França and Łukasz Kojro from Browar Palatum
Discover an extraordinary combination of flavors! Baltic Porter aged in Brazilian barrels is a unique experience that will surprise your taste buds. Join us to learn how exotic wood influences the character of this beer and what makes it so special.
Friday
20:00 – 21:00
main stage
CONTEST
Spicy Challenge
For the third time, the #WFP stage will host the Spicy Challenge, a spicy food competition with the Gryfus brewery. Anyone can compete. But think about it carefully. The sauces are provided by Dziki Bill, so it will be really spicy!
Friday
21:00 – 22:00
main stage
CONTEST
Harpagan Cup
Do you have the spirit of a true harpagan? Come and compete against other participants for the title of the toughest thug at WFP! This event requires not only physical strength but also iron will and mental toughness. You’ll face a series of challenges that will test your skills, determination, and strategy. Join us and give it your all in this epic battle for the championship title!
Friday
24:00 – ?
White Crow Craft Beer&Kitchen
Wileńska 25
AFTERPARTY
The White Crow – the youngest craft beer bar in Warsaw!
On this day, due to the guests of the Warsaw Beer Festival, White Crow – Biały Kruk – will be open until the last larger group leaves! The kitchen will also be available until at least 1 a.m., depending on the number of orders.
All guests with passes (green wristbands) will get a 20% discount, and exhibitors (red wristbands) will get a 30% discount!
Saturday, 19 October 2024
Saturday
12:45 – 13:30
New Breweries Zone
SPORT
Yoga on the pitch of the Legia Stadium
Come and practice yoga with us! This is a unique opportunity to exercise on the green grass of the Legia stadium.
Saturday
13:45 – 14:30
New Breweries Zone
SPORT
Beer Yoga
Practice yoga with us at the Stadium pitch. You need comfortable clothes, a mat and something to drink. There may be beer, also completely non-alcoholic.
Saturday
14:00 – 15:00
stadium turf
SPORT
The Right Direction: Love Yourself – Take Care of Yourself – Test Yourself!
A run for everyone, even beginners and non-runners, covering a distance of 2 km. Join us for a lap around the stadium and cross the finish line on the field. Co-organized with the Kochasz Dopilnuj Foundation, we promote a healthy lifestyle and cancer prevention. The run is free, with an exciting starter pack, and attractive prizes for the fastest runners and the best costumes. Healthy body, good beer!!! Cervisia bona bonum vitae! To good beer and good health!
Register for our running event! While the number of participants is limited, we might be able to sign you up on the day of the event an hour before the start.
Saturday
14:30 – 15:00
main stage
MOVIE
Beer Competition Documentary
Premiere of a documentary showcasing the work of beer judges: Beer Competition Documentary. After the film, its creator, Dieter Proost, will have a conversation with judge Marek Kamiński (Kingpin Brewery).
Saturday
16:00 – 22:00
main stage
RACE
Drone Racing Poland Cup
Get ready for extreme excitement during the season finale of the national drone racing league „Drone Racing Poland Cup”! The best Polish pilots and international guests are competing for the title of 2024 Season Champion! This is the grand final in the F9U (Drone Racing) category, where drones reach speeds of 200 km/h in under 2 seconds! It’s not just a showcase of advanced technology, but also incredible reflexes, as pilots race through the course at breathtaking speeds of up to 160 km/h! And all from the best spot for cheering – the stands of Legia Stadium!
Saturday
18:15 – 19:45
main stage
AUCTION
Bid on the White Whales!
Auction for the OD-DO Association. Nothing heats up the stage as much as an auction of beers and gadgets led by Michał „Chmielobrody” Stemplowski. Emotions guaranteed!
Festival Gadgets
are avaliable HERE
FAQ
WORLD AMBASSADORS
Join two wild and crazy guys in our adventure through the beery world of nerds. We write about and interview the people behind the beer.
Ieva Romaite
Craft beer enthusiast and avid traveler. Each beer tells a unique story, that I’m always happy to hear and share!
KAERU BEER is an Anglo-Japanese Writing & Professional Services consultancy that focuses on international Craft Beer & Cider.
Nadhine França
Brazilian brewer, beer sommelière, beer judge, and columnist. The first woman to occupy the presidency of ABRACERVA, the Brazilian craft beer association.
Filip Spławiec
Experienced traveler, gourmet, craft beer and whiskey fanatic. All his expeditions revolve around experiencing new flavors, experiencing cultures and people.
Kobi Kremer
Craft beer entrepreneur. Breweries Consultant, tutor of local and international craft beer tours, and the founder of the Hoppy beer festival in Tel Aviv.
Lukáš Provazník
Co-owner of two craft beer pubs in Brno, beer judge, taster, traveler, lecturer and consultant. Gypsy brewer and brewmaster with a passion for history of beer being put into practice.
aka the TASTE Hunter. Beer-Taster & International Beer Judge. Consultant, Storyteller, Sensory & Tasting teacher, multi-products Taster. Totally food & drink enthusiast.
Freelance writer and translator with a focus on travel and leisure. Loves telling stories about fascinating people and places, good beer, and good rum. Co-founder of the “Beer Ambassadors”.
LOCATION
Legia Warsaw Stadium
Stadion Legii Warszawa
Łazienkowska 3, 00-449 Warszawa
WHAT TO DO (IN WARSAW)
Check out Polish Beer Trails – Warsaw
Featuring easy-to-use maps sprinkled with historical points of interest, the sightseeing routes take users not just past some of the city’s hidden and not-so-hidden glories, but also a series of pubs on the frontline of Poland’s brewing revolution. Prepared by Slow Craft NGO – two are avaliable in English and you can read about the whole idea in Warsaw Insider.
21 reasons to go to Warsaw
Warsaw offers somany things to do and seeand has everything you want when you’re going on a city break; incredible landmarks; beautiful old town streets and squares; lively parks and gardens; cool museums; hearty local food; vibrant nightlife. Sounds good, right? So let’s dive a little deeper into all the reasons to visit Warsaw that will surely make you book a flight right now!
Just eat it!
Warsaw has undergone a true gastronomic revolution over the last couple of years, becoming a frequent destination of culinary travels. The culinary offerings of our city have already been described by foreign media such as Forbesor the influential blog HappyCow Vegan Guidewhich in 2017 ranked the Polish capital at the top of most vegan-friendly cities. Use your favourite app to find the best places!
Drink them all! – ontap.pl is the page for you
CNN Travel have named Warsaw as one of the Top 15 cities in the world for craft beer, placing the Polish capital in the same bracket as big hitters such as Berlin, Brussels, Portland and Melbourne. Polish brewers are learning, inventing and creating their own ways of brewing. At the same time, they’re also involving and evolving a lot of traditional techniques which other countries aren’t. You can find ALL craft beer pubs and check what beers they have on tap at our Polish web page ontap.pl which is always up-to-date!
Experience other festivals!
Warsaw is a city of culture, helding the biggest number of theatres in the world! Check local websites and news and surely you will find interesting events right about your corner!
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