London Vegan Beer Fest

Opportunity for Independent Vegan Businesses

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One of the greatest joys for me as Fat Gay Vegan over the past 16 years has been championing independent vegan businesses.

Whether it has been writing about exciting new products on this blog, organising Hackney Downs Vegan Market, or helping small businesses connect with thousands of customers through supper clubs and events, I have always believed that our independent traders are the heart of the vegan movement.

That is why I am so excited that the return of London Vegan Beer Fest this September 19th in Mile End will feature a dedicated retail tent packed with incredible independent businesses.

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Tribute Band Lineup at London Vegan Beer Fest

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I’ve been working overtime on the return of London Vegan Beer Fest, taking place at Mile End Stadium on September 19th, 2026.

It’s all super exciting but one element of the day has me particularly excited.

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Trader Applications Open for London Vegan Beer Fest

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After what feels like a lifetime of plotting and planning, London Vegan Beer Fest is coming back on Saturday 19 September, 2026. Yes, really. It has been gone since 2018 and now it is returning.

And I’m excited to hear from independent breweries and food traders who want to be a part of the day in Mile End, East London.

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London Vegan Beer Fest early bird tickets

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The almost 16-year FGV journey has been a wild ride of ups and downs.

I’ve written more blog posts than I could possibly remember, hosted supper clubs, curated markets, traveled on cruises, published a book, spoken on panels, and met thousands of people.

One of the things I’ve been most proud of throughout all this time is London Vegan Beer Fest and I was sad when it came to a premature end in 2018.

But now it is back in a big way and early bird tickets are on sale now!

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Site of London Vegan Beer Fest 2026

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London Vegan Beer Fest returns

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I honestly never thought this day would arrive.

I am thrilled to announce the return of the legendary London Vegan Beer Fest.

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London Vegan Beer Fest 2018 was a huge success

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Wow. What a day.

The day after a big event like London Vegan Beer fest is what I imagine the day after a wedding might feel like.

We work extremely hard for months and months to make London Vegan Beer Fest a reality. We want it to be a day to remember for our guests but it all seems to be over so quickly.

I popped over to Instagram this morning and collated some of the best pics posted by attendees yesterday.

There was beer. A lot of beer. There was an incredible line up of food. There was an amazing and raucous karaoke room. There was face painting.

Actually, this was more fun than a wedding!

Check out the photos below and be sure to buy tickets for our Coventry, Glasgow and Sheffield versions of this event online here.

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Brewery line up for London Vegan Beer Fest

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London Vegan Beer Fest is less than three weeks ago so it is the perfect time to tell you about the AMAZING brewery line up we have for the event on Saturday July 14, 2018.

We have the following:

On top of all of this, Temple of Seitan will be running an indoor beer and food hall.

It’s almost TOO MUCH. You can see the food trader line up online here.

I will be publishing the full beer list as we get closer to the date.

Click here now to buy your cheap early bird tickets for just £5 plus small booking fee. If we have any left on the day, they will be £9.

You can also buy the official London Vegan Beer Fest t-shirt online now. These will not be sold at the event. They are a web exclusive.

RSVP and invite friends over on the Facebook event page.

Three weeks until LVBF

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With just three weeks to go until the 6th annual London Vegan Beer Fest, I wanted to drop by and give you an update on what is happening on Saturday July 14, 2018.

London Vegan Beer Fest is taking over Hackney Downs Showroom, Hackney Downs Studios and TEMPLE GOODS cafe for one hell of a party.

Some of the attractions include:

  • MASSIVE indoor beer hall hosted by superstar brewery Brass Castle
  • Outdoor food and beer market featuring some of the best vegan street food in London and breweries from all over the UK
  • Indoor food and beer hall run by Temple of Seitan
  • Sponsor Follow Your Heart sampling products
  • Karaoke performance room
  • Face painting (yes, for adults!)

This is going to be a party you don’t want to miss.

We are currently selling early bird tickets for just £5 plus booking fee. If we have space on the day, tickets will be £9. Almost 50% of tickets have already gone, so be quick.

Click here to book now and RSVP to the Facebook event page.

Yorkshire brewery headed to London

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London Vegan Beer Fest is coming back for a sixth year in a row and we have lots of lovely surprises planned for Saturday July 14, 2018.

All the news will roll out over the next few months, but the first big announcement is all about Brass Castle.

Superstar vegan brewery Brass Castle of Yorkshire is returning for a second year in a row to run a huge, indoor beer hall at the London event.

They will be once again taking over the Hackney Showroom with a multi-tap bar while we have some exclusive food traders in the back alley.

Add to this our outdoor beer and street food market and London Vegan Beer fest is going to be a HUGE day out.

Early bird tickets are already on sale and are almost 20% gone. Buy here.

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Highlights from London Vegan Beer Fest

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I’m a little worn out after a big day, but the sore feet and weary eyes seem completely worth it when I look back over these photo highlights from the 5th annual London Vegan Beer Fest.

Hackney Downs Studios came alive in an explosion of beer, food and a hell of a lot of friendly people.

Thanks to the Studios for hosting the giant event and huge appreciation to our sponsors Follow Your Heart.

One million offerings of thanks to all the wonderful people that worked hard and volunteered their time to make the event a runaway success.

Next stop? Sheffield! Now onto the London photos.

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London Vegan Beer Festival! #lvbf17

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Loving my #lazyboykitchen mac&cheese and my black beeble stout #lvbf17

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Happy weekend frens ❤️ #lvbf17 #beer #morebeer #evenmorebeer

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@peanutbutterbakery vegan donuts galore. #vegan #veganeats #vgang #whatveganseat #donuts #lvbf17

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#Vegan chilli cheese fries from @lazyboykitchen at #lvbf17 #vegang

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My 4th London Vegan Beer Fest and the best so far – thanks @fatgayvegan

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This pint of Detroit Sour City by @twistedbarrelale is outstanding. At London Vegan Beer Fest #lvbf17

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The #vegan fish and chip truck @battered_v are doing a roaring trade at London Vegan Beer Fest #lvbf17

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London Vegan Beer Fest is amazing this year. Look at the @brasscastlebrewery beer hall! #vegan #lvbf17

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Only all the fab people at London Vegan Beer Fest today. @heartofcakelondon #lvbf17 #vegan

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I’m drunk and being taught to pull a pint at London Vegan Beer Fest. #lvbf16 @brasscastlebrewery

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The best thing about London Vegan Beer Fest was the people. Everyone was so lovely and friendly. #lvbf17

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And we’re off!!! #veganbeerfest2017 #fatgayvegan #followyourheart

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