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HAGSTRAVAGANZA at The White Hag Brewery
2025-08-09 | The White Hag Brewery, Ballymote, The White Hag Brewery, Ballymote, Sligo, Ireland
Get ready for the ultimate summer celebration! HAGSTRAVAGANZA returns to The White Hag Brewery on August 9th, bringing together bands, beers, and brilliant vibes in beautiful, balmy Ballymote. Mark your calendar and join us for a festival that’s bigger, bolder, and better than ever before!

Date: 9th August 2025

Doors open: 1:00pm
What To Expect
Food Trucks to Feast On:

Weirdough: Indulge in slow-fermented pizzas crafted to perfection.
The Amazing Roast Chicken Roadshow: Juicy chicken sandwiches and hearty roast dinners.
Dave’s Big Beefy Burgers: Sink your teeth into the best burgers around.
Glen’s Wild Atlantic Oysters: Fresh, delicious oysters straight from the sea.
Driftwood Coffee Cart: Get your caffeine fix with artisanal coffee.
…more to be Announced!

Music & Entertainment:
The Line-Up

Rock out in the Beer Hall Marquee with amazing local bands and DJs keeping the energy high.
Special guest performers to keep the party alive.
Unleash your competitive side in the Beer Garden Olympics or join one of our Brewery Tours for a behind-the-scenes look.

The Beers:

With 80+ beers on offer, you’ll be spoiled for choice! Sip on creations from The White Hag, discover brews from top Irish breweries, and sample rare, one-of-a-kind beers from our special international friends. This is your chance to taste beers you’ve never experienced before—and may never see again!

Getting Home: The Noisiest Train in Europe!

Wrap up your Hagstravaganza adventure with a ride on The Noisiest Train in Europe, heading back to Sligo that evening. It’s the perfect end to a day of music, food, and incredible beers.

Why Wait? Get Your Tickets Now!

Hagstravaganza is more than a festival; it’s a celebration of craft beer, community, and good times. Whether you’re here for the music, the food, or the brews, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Rally your crew and get ready to raise a glass to an unforgettable day at The White Hag Brewery!
Get your ticket now on their website here

White Hag Brewery & Taproom Tour
2025-07-25 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-18 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-11 15:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-04 15:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Join The White Hag Brewery Tour | Guided tours by their Co-Founder Bob Coggins and brewery team, who together will bring you on a journey of Irish Craft Beer, from grain to glass!

Bob Coggins: Co-Founder | Passionate about Craft Beer & Sligo with over 20 years in Marketing and Communications.
Taproom Tastings | Experience the taste of The White Hag. Enjoy samples of our handcrafted beers made right here in Sligo in the town of Ballymote.

The White Hag set out to make interesting and innovative beers, with a nod towards the ancient and classic beer styles that were common in our hinterland for generations. While known for their award winning stout range and a stellar set of IPA’s that make up most of their core range, their sour programme is emerging as probably their point of differentiation.
The Púca sour range in particular has captured the imagination of the beer consumer who wants a tart, effervescent mixed fermentation sour beer. It’s supported by their Heather Sour, Apple sour and a few other special and collaboration sours they’ve made along the way.
They also collaborate with many of their peers in the industry, and have made beers with breweries from across the world that have been truly ground breaking for them.
Come & join them on a tour of their Brewery & Taproom and experience the flavours and culture of The White Hag Brewery.
Itinerary:
A warm welcome awaits you at The White Hag Craft Brewery in the idyllic town of Ballymote, Co. Sligo. A unique Craft Beer Tasting experience with Sligo native Bob Coggins. Come on a journey with Bob to discover the rich heritage and flavours behind the history of The White Hag. Visit the brewery on site and get a deep insight into the processes and the scale at which the brewery produce daily fresh beer. Enjoy some of The White Hag beers, order beers to be shipped to your doorstep and buy cans from our Taproom to take with you on the rest of your trip!
Things to bring:
Comfortable clothes and a warm jacket in colder weather as the warehouse can be cold!
What is included:

Taproom Tour – 3 sample beers
Taproom Tours & Tasting – 3 sample beers, tour of the brewery
Taproom Tours & Tasting – Sours Edition – 3 sample beers, tour of the brewery, sours samples & charcuterie board
Buy & Send – customers can scan our Taproom QR code, order our beer and send it to their home address & we will ship it on the day of purchase.

Additional information:
Free Parking available on site for customers only
Accessibility:

The Taproom, Warehouse and Brewery are fully accessible.
They have 2 wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
The tours all take place on the ground floor.

Dietary requirements:

They can cater for coeliacs (gluten free).
They have two lab tested gluten free certified beers.
Most of their beers are dairy free.
They would appreciate 48 hours advance notice for any dietary requirements.

Languages:

While the experience is delivered in English, we also have guides available in Taiwanese, Italian and Ukrainian.

How to book:
You can book your place on The White Hag website here

Hagstravaganza Beer Festival - White Hag Brewery, Ballymote
2024-08-10 13:00 - 21:30
The highly anticipated Hagstravaganza Beer Festival returns for its 10th annual edition, promising an unforgettable celebration of craft beer and community.
Scheduled to take place on August 10th, this year’s festival is set to elevate the beer experience to new heights with over 50 beers, live music entertainment, and the best food in the west of Ireland.
Hagstravaganza 2024 is all set to showcase a dazzling selection of craft beers from renowned breweries and famous brewers from around the world.
Craftsmanship, creativity, and passion converge as master brewers present their finest brews, offering attendees an opportunity to savor a diverse range of flavors and styles of beers never
seen before in Ireland – every brew has never poured here before!
Event Highlights:

With food from Pratai fresh chips, Weird Dough Pizza, The Country Grill, Driftwood Coffee Cart, and Wild Atlantic Oysters, there’s something for everyone.
Live Bands and Entertainment This year we will see the return of local legends ‘Plan C’ pumping out their versions of 90’s and 00’s banger’s. We’ll also be joined by Trad & Folk Rock band Crooked Trad, from Westport, all topped and tailed by Sibh Conmy from Dublin bar Street 66 on the decks.
Community Spirit: Hagstravaganza Beer Festival is not just about beer; it’s about fostering a sense of community. The event supports local charities and initiatives each year, giving back to
the region that has supported the festival over the years.

Get Your Tickets

Tickets for the Hagstravaganza Beer Festival 2024 are available for purchase online through Eventbrite here. As this milestone event is expected to draw an enthusiastic crowd, attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment.
About Hagstravaganza Beer Festival
Since its inception, the Hagstravaganza Beer Festival has been a celebration of International brewing and beer culture, bringing together beer enthusiasts and industry experts to explore the art of brewing in an Irish context. As the festival enters its Tenth year, it continues to uphold its commitment to providing a platform for talented brewers while contributing positively to the local community.
