A fun-packed Japanese “Sake Festival,” designed for a relaxed tasting experience at the John Reid Pavilion, Brisbane Showgrounds from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June 2026!
— taste, discover, and enjoy!
Explore stalls featuring sake breweries visiting directly from Japan, alongside Australian distributors from across the country.
With limited entry numbers, enjoy a relaxed and comfortable tasting experience.
Discover over 100 varieties of sake, with bottles available to purchase and take home.
Perfect for a day out with friends and family.
Meet exhibitors visiting directly from Japan and experience Japanese culture beyond the glass, with stories and insights you won’t hear anywhere else.
Enjoy a wide range of Japanese food stalls, offering everything from savoury dishes to sweet treats.
Discover Japanese crafts and lifestyle goods, all available to explore and purchase on site.
Get inspired with travel tips and ideas for your next trip to Japan.
Elevate your sake experience with a variety of beginner-friendly seminars, including Sake 101 sessions led by a Sake Samurai.
All seminars are free to attend for festival guests, making it easy to learn, explore, and discover something new during your visit.








































A booking fee of 1.6% of the ticket price + AUD 1.99 applies to all ticket purchases. This fee covers payment processing costs charged by Evey Events and Shopify and is non-refundable, including in the case of cancellations or refunds.
In accordance with our liquor license, alcohol service will end 15 minutes before the close of each session. This event is for ages 18 and over. Responsible Service of Alcohol practices will be observed.
Please ensure you read the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy before purchasing tickets. You are deemed to have agreed to them at the time of purchase. Please note that children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. For example, 2 minors are accompanied by 2 adults.
TICKET TYPES
Fri & Sat Early Bird (Adult, Frist 200 buyers per session)
$59.00 + booking fee $2.93
Fri & Sat General Admission (Adult)
$69.00 + booking fee $3.09
Fri & Sat Group Discount for 4 people (Adult)
$260.00 + booking fee $9.15
Sun General Admission (Adult)
$59.00 + booking fee $2.93
Sun Group Discount for 4 people (Adult)
$220.00 + booking fee $8.51
Under 18’s
Free
DATE & VENUE
Friday, 19 June 2026
6:00PM – 9:00PM (Last Sip 8:45PM)
Saturday, 20 June 2026
11:00AM – 2:00PM (Last Sip 1:45PM)
3:00PM – 6:00PM (Last Sip 5:45PM)
Sunday, 21 June 2026
11:00AM – 2:00PM (Last Sip 1:45PM)
3:00PM – 6:00PM (Last Sip 5:45PM)
Venue: John Reid Pavilion
Brisbane Showgrounds, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills, Brisbane, Queensland 4006
A booking fee of 1.6% of the ticket price + AUD 1.99 applies to all ticket purchases. This fee covers payment processing costs charged by Evey Events and Shopify and is non-refundable, including in the case of cancellations or refunds.
In accordance with our liquor license, alcohol service will end 15 minutes before the close of each session. This event is for ages 18 and over. Responsible Service of Alcohol practices will be observed.
Please ensure you read the Terms and Conditions and Refund Policy before purchasing tickets. You are deemed to have agreed to them at the time of purchase. Please note that children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. For example, 2 minors are accompanied by 2 adults.
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