Bière à Lille (BAL) 2026 in Lille | Lille
Celebration
The Lille Beer Festival (BAL) will be held in the European metropolis of Lille from November 2nd to 8th, 2026. This year's festival, celebrating the rich beer culture of northern France, will last for a week and feature a variety of activities in bars, restaurants, and public spaces. A highlight is the closing weekend on November 7th and 8th at Saint-Sauvé train station, where dozens of breweries and hundreds of beers will be open to visitors.
From November 2nd to 8th, 2026, numerous events will be held in bars, restaurants, and public spaces throughout Lille. Most weekday events are free and include tastings, brewery meet-and-greets, and themed nights. The grand closing weekend on November 7th and 8th will take place at Saint-Sauvé train station: Saturdays are typically from 13:00 to 21:00, and Sundays from 12:00 to 19:00. Dozens of breweries from the region, France, and abroad will showcase their beers. The event also includes food service, interactive performances, and cooking shows.