It’s time to top up your glass as we take a look at three fantastic beer festivals coming up. The second Bendigo Craft Beer Festival is set to take place at the Tom Flood Sports Centre on November 15. On display will be some of the best in craft beers and ciders in Victoria and beyond. Around 25 breweries will attend, with some 100 beers and ciders on offer. Entertainment includes Jackson Firebird, Jackson McLaren, The Kite Machine and Matt Katsis. Hit bendigocraftbeerfestival.com.au for further information. The Ballarat Beer Festival takes place at City Oval on Saturday, January 24, 2015. As well as a fantastic selection of local brewers, the day will also include information sessions as well as a new line-up of gourmet food, kids’ activities and more. Entertainment includes Ash Grunwald and Clairy Browne & the Bangin’ Rackettes. Hit ballaratbeerfestival.com.au for further information. The Great Australian Beer Festival takes place at the Geelong Racecourse on February 21. At this stage you’re looking at some 200 craft beers and ciders on offer. At the time of writing no music had been announced, but roving performers and ‘Best Dressed’ competitions will be a part of the day. Hit gabfgeelong.com.au for further information.