“We’re aiming to give people some great survival tools and reasons to embrace winter,” brewery owner, Murray Howe, said.

“Each June we bring out our darkest beers to help make winter warmer. These aren’t ordinary beers. They’re big, audacious, crazy Imperial stouts, coffee stouts, chocolate porters, strong dark Belgian ales and brown ales – and we’ve ensured there’s something for everyone.

“So take a walk on the dark side. Experience Port Stephens and try some warming dark beers, and delicious food specials – including our famous one kilogram rack of dark beer-marinated ribs which are making a return for the festival. Enjoy great live music and great company.”

Tim Rossington, of X Factor fame, will perform on Saturday, June 11, with the hugely popular Mark Wells Band following up on Sunday, June 12. See murraysbrewingco.com.au.