The 30th Qingdao International Beer Festival is in full swing in the eastern coastal city of Qingdao, Shandong province.

Besides 1,500 different brews from across the globe, the carnival also features artistic performances, business opportunities and cultural exchange activities, according to the organizers.

Golden Beach Beer City in Qingdao West Coast New Area, which boasts the world's largest beer square covering more than 800,000 square meters, is the main venue for the event.

Visitors pose for a photo at the 30th Qingdao International Beer Festival. [Photo/IC]

Beer tents are awash with loud music and performances during the annual beer carnival in Qingdao. [Photo/IC]

Cartoon mascots and performers take part in a parade in the Golden Beach Beer City during the beer festival. [Photo/IC]

Revelers enjoy beer and snacks at the 30th Qingdao International Beer Festival. [Photo/VCG]

Singers perform at the 30th Qingdao International Beer Festival. [Photo/VCG]

Visitors have a good time at the 30th Qingdao International Beer Festival. [Photo/VCG]

Foreigners pose for a photo during the beer carnival in Qingdao. [Photo/VCG]

Fireworks, cultural and art performances and sporting events are staged at the beer festival. [Photo/IC]

The carnival-like beer event is a must-visit for festival-goers. [Photo/IC]

Revelers can feast on a wide variety of local and international food at the beer festival. [Photo/IC]