In an exciting development for beer lovers and music fans alike, Young Henrys has been officially designated as the beer partner for the 2026 Sydney edition of the Laneway Festival. This partnership means that attendees can look forward to enjoying a diverse selection of Young Henrys’ brews, including their famed ginger beer, throughout the day and into the night at this much-anticipated event. Scheduled for Sunday, February 8th, the festival will take place at its beloved venue in Centennial Park, which has become synonymous with Laneway’s vibrant celebrations of music and culture.
Festival-goers can expect to savor a lineup that's sure to please from this Inner West brewery, ranging from refreshing Ginger Beer during the sunlit hours to the more robust Newtowner Pale Ale as the evening unfolds. This pairing of Young Henrys with Laneway is an organic match, perfectly reflecting the festival's dedication to live music, cultural expression, and community engagement.
Oscar McMahon, co-founder of Young Henrys, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration during a recent statement. He noted that this partnership embodies the brand's strong connections to Sydney's dynamic creative subcultures. "We established the Young Henrys brand by connecting with like-minded individuals immersed in the vibrant, eclectic subcultures of our city. The Laneway Festival represents a quintessential embodiment of this spirit, and we are honored to serve as the beer that will keep those spirited conversations flowing at Laneway Sydney 2026," McMahon remarked.
With over a decade of operations under their belt in Sydney’s Inner West, Young Henrys has earned a solid reputation as a devoted champion of Australian music, arts, and cultural initiatives. Their commitment to supporting live music is evident through their extensive involvement in various events, spanning from local pub performances to larger festivals like Laneway and SXSW Sydney.
By partnering with Laneway, Young Henrys continues to reinforce its strategy of positioning itself prominently at significant cultural events that attract a youthful and music-focused audience. This collaboration promises to be a highlight of the festival, fueling discussions about the intersection of craft beer and live music experiences.
