BAL Festival Weekend – Beer in Lille

Come and discover the French capital of beer during one of its flagship events: the BAL – Bière A Lille festival, which takes place from November 2 to 9, 2026. This festival, created in 2017, is now one of the largest in France with 70 breweries from around the world and more than 20,000 visitors during the week dedicated to the emblematic drink of the Northerners. The perfect opportunity for you to (re)discover this drink or the city from an atypical angle during a special weekend.

Price range: €229,00 to €319,00

Price range: €229,00 to €319,00 per person

Booking

Add travel insurance for €10 per person.
More information here

Program

Day 1

  • Arrival on site and collection of your rental at the hotel
  • Delivery of the festival program to consult the various events of the evening*
  • Discover your beer expert kit (4 local beers, beer expert booklet, bottle opener, coasters, goodies, etc.)*
  • Free evening

Day 2

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit to a microbrewery in the center of Lille, with 3 tastings
  • Lunch in a microbrewery: main course + drink (4 x 12,5 cl beer or soft drink) + coffee or tea
  • Arrival at the festival with VIP access (2-day pass + festival drink + festival t-shirt + guided tour)
  • Guided tour of the festival by the organizers with 3 beers included
  • Free evening

Day 3

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit the La Piscine museum, considered one of the most beautiful museums in France (whenever you want between 13 p.m. and 18 p.m.) – optional 
  • Free lunch
  • Free afternoon (you have the possibility to return to the festival thanks to your 2-day pass)

*also included in the 2 days / 1 night version

Other ideas:

Lille Saint Sauveur Treasure Hunt

30,00 

Old Lille Treasure Hunt

30,00 

Use our knowledge of the city and its best addresses to come and discover the French capital of beer.

L'Echappée Bière, organizer of the Beer Festival in LilleThe festival, taking place on November 7th and 8th, 2026, invites you to spend a weekend exploring the history of this ancient beverage. The program includes strolling through the cobbled streets of Old Lille, stopping at a brewery dating back to 1740 to learn about the brewing process and the history of beer in the North, stepping into a cozy estaminet* that brews its own beers to enjoy a regional meal, and exploring the festival grounds with the organizers for a private tour during which you can taste three craft beers.

Take advantage of this weekend to discover one of France's finest museums, home to major works by Rodin, Claudel, and Chagall. It's also an opportunity for you to take home exclusive souvenirs like a beer-tasting kit with local beers and a collector's festival t-shirt as a souvenir.

In short, a perfect stay to discover the city and the warmth of the people of the North from an atypical angle.

Want to add an extra night? A meal? We can tailor-make your stay. Contact us if needed. 

*typical regional restaurant

 

 

Included :

  • The night(s) depending on the length of stay
  • The breakfast(s)
  • Tourist taxes
  • Visit to the Vieux-Lille microbrewery with tastings
  • Your VIP passes for the BAL festival (2-day pass + festival drink + festival t-shirt + guided tour + 3 tastings)
  • Guided tour of the BAL festival with the organizers
  • Self-guided tour of the La Piscine Art Museum (optional)
  • Saturday lunch in a microbrewery (main course + dessert + drinks)
  • On-site transport with metro tickets
  • Your travel guide
  • Your beer expert kit (4 local beers, beer expert booklet, bottle opener, coasters, goodies, etc.)

Any questions?

Other ideas:

Lille Saint Sauveur Treasure Hunt

30,00 

Old Lille Treasure Hunt

30,00 

Gift card

Let your loved ones choose the beer event or destination of their dreams. Opt for a gift card valid on the entire L'Echappée Bière website and offers.

Beer gift card

Useful information

Day 1

  • Arrival on site and collection of your rental at the hotel
  • Delivery of the festival program to consult the various events of the evening*
  • Discover your beer expert kit (4 local beers, beer expert booklet, bottle opener, coasters, goodies, etc.)*
  • Free evening

Day 2

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit to a microbrewery in the center of Lille, with 3 tastings
  • Lunch in a microbrewery: main course + drink (4 x 12,5 cl beer or soft drink) + coffee or tea
  • Arrival at the festival with VIP access (2-day pass + festival drink + festival t-shirt + guided tour)
  • Guided tour of the festival by the organizers with 3 beers included
  • Free evening

Day 3

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit the La Piscine museum, considered one of the most beautiful museums in France (whenever you want between 13 p.m. and 18 p.m.) – optional 
  • Free lunch
  • Free afternoon (you have the possibility to return to the festival thanks to your 2-day pass)

*also included in the 2 days / 1 night version

Useful information

Day 1

  • Arrival on site and collection of your rental at the hotel
  • Delivery of the festival program to consult the various events of the evening*
  • Discover your beer expert kit (4 local beers, beer expert booklet, bottle opener, coasters, goodies, etc.)*
  • Free evening

Day 2

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit to a microbrewery in the center of Lille, with 3 tastings
  • Lunch in a microbrewery: main course + drink (4 x 12,5 cl beer or soft drink) + coffee or tea
  • Arrival at the festival with VIP access (2-day pass + festival drink + festival t-shirt + guided tour)
  • Guided tour of the festival by the organizers with 3 beers included
  • Free evening

Day 3

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit the La Piscine museum, considered one of the most beautiful museums in France (whenever you want between 13 p.m. and 18 p.m.) – optional 
  • Free lunch
  • Free afternoon (you have the possibility to return to the festival thanks to your 2-day pass)

*also included in the 2 days / 1 night version

Warning !

We reserve the right to cancel the activity if we do not have a total of 10 participants for the day. We will inform you at least 48 hours before the activity. We will offer you a rescheduled date or a refund.

The stays

FOR WHO ?
For everyone from 2 to 50 people, whether you are a couple, friends, an association, a stag party or simply a family.

OR ?
Throughout the brewing regions of France, Belgium, and the Czech Republic. From Lille to Alsace, via Brussels, Belgian abbeys, Prague, and even the countryside of the Ardennes.

WHEN?
All year round, most often on weekends but not only.

WHAT?
A variety of themes to suit all your needs. Nature, cycling, or seaside stays are available for those looking to unwind. For those looking for a city break, culture lovers, or foodies, we also have what you need.

We invite you to embark on a micro-adventure, discovering committed artisans, preserved sites, and also trendy and historic breweries that make beer today or made beer yesterday. To enhance our stays, in addition to 1 to 3 brewing activities per trip, we add other activities to enrich the experience and discover a region from a new perspective.

AND HOW?
Nothing could be simpler. Book online or by contacting us. We'll send you a gift box to your home, perfect for yourself or as a gift. Inside, you'll find your travel guide and the perfect beer-loving adventurer's kit. Then, all that's left to do is set a date together later by phone or email once you've chosen the one that suits you.

Useful information

Day 1

  • Arrival on site and collection of your rental at the hotel
  • Delivery of the festival program to consult the various events of the evening*
  • Discover your beer expert kit (4 local beers, beer expert booklet, bottle opener, coasters, goodies, etc.)*
  • Free evening

Day 2

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit to a microbrewery in the center of Lille, with 3 tastings
  • Lunch in a microbrewery: main course + drink (4 x 12,5 cl beer or soft drink) + coffee or tea
  • Arrival at the festival with VIP access (2-day pass + festival drink + festival t-shirt + guided tour)
  • Guided tour of the festival by the organizers with 3 beers included
  • Free evening

Day 3

  • Breakfasts
  • Visit the La Piscine museum, considered one of the most beautiful museums in France (whenever you want between 13 p.m. and 18 p.m.) – optional 
  • Free lunch
  • Free afternoon (you have the possibility to return to the festival thanks to your 2-day pass)

*also included in the 2 days / 1 night version

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the game.

Warning !

We reserve the right to cancel the activity if we do not have a total of 10 participants for the day. We will inform you at least 48 hours before the activity. We will offer you a rescheduled date or a refund.