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Grape, Grain & Graze Festival returns this September

Grape, Grain & Graze Festival is returning to Sydney Showground on 19 September, giving visitors the chance to sample hundreds of Sydney Royal medal-winning wines, beers, ciders, spirits and fine foods. Presented by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, the one-day festival celebrates the best of the recently held Syd…

Grape, Grain & Graze Festival returns this September
“Held after Sydney Royal judging, the festival offers guests a rare opportunity to discover and taste recently awarded trophy medal winners from across Australia,”

The experience gives guests direct access to medal-winning products and the chance to taste their way through an impressive showcase of Australian excellence. “Grape, Grain & Graze offers outstanding value and an experience unlike anything else in Sydney.

Guests can sample hundreds of award-winning wines, beers, ciders and spirits in a single afternoon, while enjoying quality food, live entertainment and the atmosphere of a genuine Sydney Royal celebration,” said Murray Wilton, General Manager of Agriculture and Sydney Royal Easter Show. “Held after Sydney Royal judging, the festival offers guests a rare opportunity to discover and taste recently awarded trophy medal winners from across Australia,” he added. Entry includes tastings of Sydney Royal medal-winning wines, beers, ciders and spirits, grazing stations, live music and access to the Sydney Royal Marketplace where visitors can sample and purchase a range of award-winning food and beverages.

An optional add-on for lovers of beer is ‘The Grain to Gold Beer Masterclass’. The immersive guided tasting experience celebrates Sydney Royal’s medal-winning brewers and explores the journey from grain to glass as expert brewers and industry insiders reveal the techniques, ingredients and passion behind the brews.

Visitors will be able to taste a curated selection of medal-winning brews and uncover the craftsmanship and innovation that define Australia’s brewing scene. The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW said it is the perfect event for beer enthusiasts, curious sippers and anyone looking to deepen their appreciation for the art of brewing. There is a range of other optional add-ons, including: trophy-winning wine tastings; a guided medal-winning wine and cheese masterclass; an immersive distilled spirits masterclass; and premium food experiences such as oysters and dessert boxes.

Winners of the 2026 Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show will be announced on Thursday, 17 September at an award function, following judging in early September.

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  • Who: Sydney Royal · September · Grape · Grain · Sydney Royal Beer

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