Hop -resistant and Thanksgiving: Two highlights in Villacher autumn!
Discover the autumn program in Carinthia: Hopfest, Thanksgiving and "Coffee With Cops" in October 2025. Enjoy local beers and specialties!

Hop -resistant and Thanksgiving: Two highlights in Villacher autumn!
On Saturday, September 27th, the market will be brought to life with the annual hop festival. Loud Click Carinthia take several regional breweries in this festival. Among them are Hochtal beer from Bad Bleiberg, Loncium from Kötschach, the Malte Beer Manufaktur from Wollanig and Turmbräu Melcher from Maria Gail. BES Visitors can look forward to a variety of beer specialties that are tasted on site.
In addition to the beer offer, market club chairman Gerfried Hopf will also offer culinary delights. The festival promises a successful combination of enjoyment and sociable coexistence.
More events in autumn
However, the hop festival is only one of several events that will take place in autumn. The traditional Thanksgiving Festival will be celebrated on October 11th, in which city pastor Richard Pirker will bless the harvest crown. A supporting program that includes a quartet of the Villacher financial choir and carriage rides creates a festive atmosphere. Also market feeders: Inside, specialties will offer and take away.
In addition, the police invite you to "Coffee With Cops" on October 8th and 11th. Here, citizens can ask questions in a relaxed atmosphere and discuss security issues.
The hop festival in Bochum
Another remarkable event that will take place in Bochum in the summer of 2026 is the hop festival in front of the mining museum. How Hopping reports, the festival will last for three days. Numerous breweries and local brewers offer beers from different countries, craft beers and local beer delicatesses. Many options will also be available for the culinary continuation. The event is also accessible without the Hopfenreise Pass, which, however, has additional offers.
Visitors should look forward to a diverse experience that will be interesting for both beer lovers and culinary explorers.
Tips for beer festival visitors
For everyone who enjoys beer festivals, there are some valuable tips from Beer explorer to optimize the festival experience. This includes drinking enough water, especially at summer events outdoors, as well as snacks to neutralize the taste between the different beers. It is also recommended to obtain information about breweries and the beer offer in advance in order to be able to enjoy specifically.
Responsible drinking and enjoying beer in moderation are not only important for the individual experience, but also for the well -being of all festival goers.