Are you a big fan of beer? We’ve got just the event for you: the BLIB festival (Bières Libres et Indépendantes à Bordeaux)! And no, in Bordeaux, we don’t just do wine events, we know how to be creative! And Blib is definitely one of the events not to be missed this year, as it celebrates its 10th anniversary! Created in 2015, this Bordeaux festival dedicated to craft beer honors the creativity and know-how of independent breweries every year. In 2025, BLIB returns in force to celebrate craft beer from April 14 to 18, 2025!
A week of beer festivities
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Conceived by a collective of professionals, independents and individuals, amateurs and connoisseurs of the brewing world, BLIB aims to improve the image of beer in Bordeaux. A number of events will take place at various locations in the Bordeaux metropolis to celebrate beer, those who brew it and those who share it. And the program is packed to the rafters! For your enjoyment , the Blib is surfing on the return of aperitifs on the terrace and the liveliness of spring! From Monday to Friday, the festival will feature over 50 events organized in partner bars, cellars, breweries and restaurants, where you can discover and taste quality craft beers!
It’s almost as if there’s no day, no place and no time to enjoy a good beer!
On the program:
- Tap Take Over (TTO): A brewery takes control of the taps in a partner bar to introduce you to its creations.
- Food and beer pairings: Restaurants offer menus specially designed to accompany craft beers, providing a unique gastronomic experience.
- Meetings with brewers: Take part in tastings at wine merchants and discover the secrets of brewing!
- Brewery tours: Immerse yourself in the world of Bordeaux’s craft breweries with a behind-the-scenes tour of their microbreweries.
A grand finale at Hangar 14
On Saturday, April 18, the festival comes to a close in style with a grand finale at Hangar 14, on the banks of the Garonne. This legendary venue will welcome 70 exhibitors from all over Europe to share their beers and other craft beverages, including ciders, kefir, sake and even gin! The drinks will be accompanied by a convivial atmosphere, relaxed entertainment and music all day long!
During the event, you’ll be able to sample a wide selection of beers and other artisanal products. Food trucks will be offering tasty dishes for all tastes, including burgers, hot dogs, crêpes and oysters! Throughout the afternoon, you’ll be able to sway to lounge music, then enjoy a concert by Pranck & Damien to close the evening with electro-acoustic blues/rock! As for entertainment, there will be table soccer, pétanque and corn hole tournaments, with great prizes to be won!
And if you’re coming exclusively for the tastings, there will be workshops with zythologist Hélène Milliard on a variety of beer-related themes, with additional sessions available on reservation.
Bordeaux, a major player in craft beer in Europe
Bordeaux is the place to be when it comes to beverages! Already renowned for its winemaking excellence, Bordeaux is also becoming a major player in the European brewing revolution. The BLIB festival is helping to showcase a fast-growing local brewing scene, where craft beer is more than just a drink: it’s becoming a truly gastronomic, creative and responsible product !
📍 Hangar 14, 173 Quai des Chartrons, 33300 Bordeaux
📅 April 14-18, 2025, Grand Final on Saturday, April 18
⏱️ Saturday, April 18, 2pm to midnight
🫰 Admission to Hangar 14 is 7€.
We look forward to seeing you at this not-to-be-missed event to discover, taste and discuss craft beer in a warm, festive atmosphere!