The Ultimate Guide to the Aylsham Beer & Gin Festival 2026

Raise a glass to one of the biggest weekends in Aylsham's summer calendar! The Aylsham Round Table Beer & Gin Festival returns to the Town Hall on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 July, promising two days packed with great drinks, fantastic live music, delicious food and a wonderful community atmosphere. Get your tickets, click here

Opening Times

Friday 17 July - 6.00pm – 11.00pm

Saturday 18 July - 11.00am – 11.00pm

A Festival for Every Taste

Whether you're an ale enthusiast, gin lover or simply looking for a fantastic summer social event, the festival has something for everyone.

Live Music Throughout the Weekend

A fantastic programme of live entertainment will keep the festival buzzing from the opening night through to Saturday's finale.

Friday 17 July

8.00pm – NR Ska

The weekend gets underway with the infectious energy of NR Ska. Bringing together the unmistakable sounds of ska and two-tone, they'll have the festival dancing from the first evening with an uplifting mix of classics and crowd favourites.

Saturday 18 July

12.00pm – Ade Cockburn

Saturday begins with local musician Ade Cockburn, whose relaxed acoustic style provides the soundtrack to ease you into a day of food, drink and festival fun.

2.30pm – Brad James

A familiar face on the Norfolk music scene, Brad James performs well-loved songs, creating the atmosphere as the afternoon crowd gathers.

5.30pm – Game Plan

As the evening approaches, Game Plan raise the tempo with an energetic set of rock and pop favourites, guaranteed to get you singing along.

8.00pm – Agent Orange

Headlining the event are North Norfolk favourites Agent Orange. Renowned locally for their high-energy performances and repertoire of classic rock and contemporary hits, they're the perfect act to bring another memorable Beer & Gin Festival to a close.

Great Food All Weekend

You will be well looked after throughout the weekend by Chef Norgate, serving freshly prepared food from Friday evening through to Saturday night.

Leave the Car at Home

Planning to visit on Saturday? This year the organisers have teamed up with Sanders Coaches to provide a FREE dedicated Beer Festival shuttle bus from North Walsham to Aylsham via Felmingham. Whether you're joining friends for an afternoon of sampling beers and gins or staying to enjoy the evening entertainment, simply hop aboard and let someone else do the driving.

Supporting the Community

Every ticket purchased helps make a difference. The Beer & Gin Festival is organised by volunteers from Aylsham Round Table, whose fundraising supports charities, community groups and local projects throughout Aylsham and the surrounding villages. By attending, you're not only enjoying a brilliant weekend, you are helping to support good causes across the community.

Make a Weekend of It

If you’re not local and you're thinking of staying over, then you’ll find a great selection of accommodation on the Visit Aylsham website

Whether you're coming for the music, the drinks, the food or simply the atmosphere, you'll find a warm welcome waiting.

Festival at a Glance

📍  Aylsham Town Hall, Market Place

📅  Friday 17 & Saturday 18 July

🍺  Beer • Craft Ale • Cider

🍸  Premium Gin Bar

🎵  Live Music All Weekend

🍔  Freshly Prepared Food by Chef Norgate

🚌  FREE Saturday Shuttle Bus from North Walsham via Felmingham

❤️  Raising Money for Local Charities & East of England Air Ambulance

Gather your friends, raise a glass and join us for one of Aylsham's biggest and most enjoyable weekends of the year. Cheers!