
Battle of the Brewers
Friday 17 - Saturday 26 October
Ready to choose our next beer? Battle of the Brewers is back for the 2nd year in a row - and you get to choose our next beer.
Come down to the taproom from 17 - 26 October to sample a tasting paddle and cast your vote!

Emerson's Oktoberfest 2025
Emerson's is bringing Oktoberfest to Dunedin once again in
2025!
Featuring a German Pilsner 5% and a Festbier 5.2% beers, German sausages, and a live Oompah band, creating the perfect atmosphere for Oktoberfest in Dunedin.
Tickets sell out fast. Don't miss out!

30 YEARS OF EMERSON'S PILSNER WEEKEND
Friday 13 June - Sunday 15 June
Join us at Emerson’s Taproom and say Cheers to 30 Years of Emerson’s Pilsner! We’re marking the milestone with a special anniversary brew, inspired by the original Pride of the Plains Pilsner – crisp, refreshing, and full of nostalgia.
• Live music on Saturday 14 June • A Special burger will be on the Menu • Great food, good vibes, and plenty of Pilsner to go around.
Free Entry | All Welcome

DUNEDIN FASHION FOR A CURE
Monday 4 August
**SOLD OUT**
Get ready, Dunedin! Fashion for a Cure is back for one unforgettable night of fashion, music, and fundraising for breast cancer research, all set in the iconic Emerson’s Brewery. Monday 4th August 6:30pm.
One Show. One Cause. 16 Designers.

BATTLE OF THE SOUTHERN IPA'S
Friday 28 March
Come into Emerson's Taproom and try the beers from various Southern breweries involved in the Battle of the Southern IPA's. The official competition is being judged at Smiths Craft Beer House in Queenstown on the same day. However, your choice of Southern IPA beer in Emerson's Taproom will count as a vote towards the People’s Choice Award, announced at 7:30pm! Try one or try them all but come & join us for a brew! Sometimes it's good when things go South.

ST. PRACTICE DAY
Sunday 16 March
The Emerson’s brewery is some 19,410 km from Dublin. We might just be the furthest brewery on the planet, from Ireland. But even we go to great lengths to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, and this year we are even celebrating the occasion one day early…like a practice run. Come and join us in the Taproom this Sunday 16 March from 11am. Free Entry! There will be a special menu & live music to bring the cheer. Our newest brew Wild Rover will be on offer to add to the festivities.

2025 Locals Day at Emerson's
Saturday 22 February
Raise a glass to Dunedin. Join us in the taproom for Emerson's second annual Locals Day on Saturday 22 February, a celebration of the diverse flavours and talents within our Dunedin craft beer & distillery scene. We'll feature guest taps & cocktails from your favorite local breweries and distilleries.
Live Music | Free Entry | Local Beer | Local Distilleries
Cheers to those unique stories behind every sip. Come on in and try local.