The Whistler Village Beer Festival is here! Beer lovers have been waiting all year for the return of this tasty festival, and this year, it’s bigger than ever. Running for a total of 7 days, the festival offers a full-on schedule of activities and events for beer enthusiasts to enjoy.
The festival runs from September 9th to 15th and offers events at various venues throughout Whistler from cask nights, tap takeovers, beer yoga and more.
Be sure to check out these great events taking place during the Whistler Village Beer Festival:
Axes & Ales
September 9th, 2-7pm
Function Junction
This Function Junction block party features axe throwing at Forged Axe, beers at Coast Mountain Brewing and a closing party with bbq, live music and more at Whistler Brewing Co.
Craft Cultures: Sea, Land, Sky
September 10th, 7-11pm
Audain Art Museum
This evening celebrates the themes of sea, land and sky, complimented with tasty appetizers, beers and live music.
Sip & Stretch
September 11th, 6-7pm
Westin Resort & Spa
Join Connor Eccles from Lululemon in an hour-long yoga session which includes a complimentary beer and entry for a chance to win various prizes including Lululemon gear.
Casque Que C’est
September 12th, 7-11:45pm
The Brewhouse
This event celebrates cask beers with tastings from eight breweries picked by in-house brewer Derrick Franch. Attendees vote on their favourite cask.
Master Crafters: Haze Craze
September 13th, 7:30-10:30pm
Longhorn Saloon
This blind taste testing event showcases the finest in hazy beers. Attendees are encouraged to sample the beers and then cast the vote for peoples’ choice.
Main Event
September 14th and 15th, 12-5pm
Whistler Olympic Plaza
Sample beer and ciders from over 70 breweries at the Whistler Village Beer Festival’s main event. Enjoy live music, food vendors and more.
Official After Party
September 15th, 5 pm-1am
Longhorn Saloon
Wrap up an exciting week of beer-filled festivities with an evening on the Longhorn’s patio.
To purchase tickets and full event details, visit the Whistler Village Beer Festival website here.
