Hop Harvest Day 2025 – A Once-a-Year Celebration of Fresh Hops and Fresh Beer!

The idea of four seasons in a year is universally accepted—but if you ask a farmer, brewer, or anyone who works with the land, they’ll tell you it’s more than that. Seasons are dictated by the cycles of nature, the ripening of fruit, the cooling of the air, the golden swaying of grain in the fields.

At Van Dieman Brewing, we don’t just work with the seasons—we brew by them. Every year, our farm brewery revolves around harvests—grain, fruit, coolship conditions, and, of course, hops. And if there’s one moment that excites us like no other, it’s Hop Harvest.

The Magic of Fresh Hops

March signals the arrival of hop season—that fleeting window where these fragrant green cones reach peak ripeness, bursting with oils that define the boldest, freshest beers. For a brewer, this is the holy grail. There’s no substitute for the intensity of just-picked hops—their aroma at its most vibrant, their impact on a brew unmistakable.

In previous years, we’ve averaged over a whopping 500kg of fresh, resinous hop cones, and trust us—they have to be smelt to be believed! The citrus, pine, and floral notes fill the air, creating an intoxicatingly fresh aroma that makes this day truly unforgettable.

Join Us for Hop Harvest Day 2025!

Once a year, we throw open our gates and invite YOU to be part of the magic. Whether you’re a die-hard beer lover, a homebrewer keen to learn more, or just someone who enjoys a hands-on day in the fresh air, we’d love you to join us for our annual Hop Harvest Day!

📅 Saturday, 15th March 2025
⏰ From 9:00 AM
📍 Van Dieman Brewing, 537 White Hills Road, WHite Hills

Together, we’ll be hand-picking our entire hop harvest in a single day—sorting, stripping, and preparing them for their final destination: a 2025 fresh hop brew, and for kilning to use across the next 12 months Estate beers. This is a community effort, a true paddock-to-pint experience, and a rare chance to see (and smell!) hops at their absolute freshest.

What You Need to Know

✔️ Bring: A long-sleeve shirt, a hat, something to sit on
✔️ Families Welcome: Kids can join in, but we kindly ask that pets stay home
✔️ Food & Drinks: A small lunch and fresh brews will be provided (but feel free to bring snacks, especially for little ones)
✔️ Stay as Long as You Like: While we aim to be done in about 4–5 hours, you’re welcome to come for as long (or as short) as you like

This is a once-a-year opportunity to get hands-on with the raw ingredients of beer, meet like-minded beer lovers, and experience the craft brewing process from the ground up.

Secure Your Spot!

To help us plan the day, please register in advance here:

Hop Harvest Day Registration

So, grab your mates, bring your enthusiasm, and come be a part of Hop Harvest Day 2025. We’ll have cold beers waiting for you at the finish line! 🍻