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Welcome to Nacht van de Grote Dorst 2027 in Itterbeek
Nacht van de Grote Dorst, also known as the International Geuze and Kriek Festival of the Pajottenland, takes place on the grassy square by the church in Itterbeek. Organized by Het Geuzegenootschap since 2004, the festival is held every two years and is dedicated entirely to traditional sour beers from the region: lambic, oude geuze and kriek. An official date for the upcoming edition has not yet been confirmed.
Highlights and Attractions at Nacht van de Grote Dorst in Itterbeek
- More than 100 different lambic, geuze and kriek beers from Belgian breweries and blenders under one roof
- Well known names in the scene such as Cantillon, Boon, Girardin, Drie Fonteinen, Oud Beersel, Timmermans, Lindemans and Hanssens
- An international crowd of sour beer enthusiasts traveling in from many different countries
- Regional food specialities from the Pajottenland served alongside the beers
- Close ties to local brewing heritage, since several lambic breweries are based in the municipality of Dilbeek
- A relaxed, village style atmosphere on a church square rather than a typical festival ground
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
Past editions have taken place on a Friday or Saturday in April or May, most recently on Saturday, May 3, 2025, for the tenth edition. As the festival runs every two years, the next edition is expected in 2027, though an official date has not yet been announced. Program details such as opening hours and participating breweries will be added here once confirmed.
Tickets and Admission for Nacht van de Grote Dorst 2027
Admission to the festival has traditionally been free. Beers are paid for individually or through drink tokens purchased on site, so actual spending depends on personal consumption. No fixed ticket prices are planned for 2027.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Itterbeek
- Itterbeek lies west of Brussels in the municipality of Dilbeek and is easily reached by car or public transport from the city
- Since the festival takes place on a small village square, expect limited parking nearby
- Nearby Brussels makes a convenient base for accommodation
- As this is a niche event for sour beer enthusiasts, it is worth planning travel early once the date is announced
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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