Gravity Beer Festival returns in partnership with Edinburgh’s Summerhall Arts

Summerhall Arts’ Sam Gough (left) and Aly Mathers of Barney’s Beer, with acrobats Eric and Zinnia

Gravity Beer Festival has begun the build up to its 2025 event, which will be held at Edinburgh cultural hub Summerhall Arts on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th September.

The festival, which aims to spotlight the cutting-edge of craft in beer-making from across the UK and beyond, has been held on the grounds of Summerhall since its launch in 2023.

Barney’s Beer, the team behind Gravity, have their year-round home at the Summerhall Brewery, which was first established on the site in 1705.

This September’s event promises to have 14 of the UK’s best craft breweries and cider makers onsite to help guests explore and enjoy a curated line-up of ‘exceptional beers, experimental brews, and exclusive festival-only pours’.

Acrobats Eric and Zinnia on the barrels at Barney’s Beer

Founder Andrew Barnett, aka Barney, said: “Gravity has always been about more than just beer. It’s about craft in every sense of the word.

“By partnering with Summerhall, Gravity is creating an event that feels as much like a cultural happening as it does a celebration of craft beer. The partnership reflects our shared belief in supporting independent makers and providing a platform for boundary breaking ideas.

“We’re thrilled to strengthen that collaboration with Summerhall Arts this year, a space that shares our ethos of innovation, creativity, and independent spirit.”

Chief executive of Summerhall Arts, Sam Gough, added: “At Summerhall Arts, we’re passionate about championing artisanal craft and authentic makers, so we’re thrilled to welcome Gravity Beer Festival back this year.

“Founded by our long-time collaborators and neighbours at Barney’s Beer, the festival reflects a shared spirit of creativity and community. It’s set to be a vibrant celebration right here on our doorstep.”

For more information and to view the full line-up of breweries for 2025, visit gravitybeerfestival.co.uk

Festival organisers stress that Eric and Zinnia will not be pouring at the actual festival