Calgary Beerfest – Know Before You Go

You’re headed to Canada’s Largest Beer Festival—nice choice 🍻

Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your time at the BMO Centre.

#1 Get To & From Beerfest Safely

• Book CHECKER CABS and get 10% off using promo code CIBF. Download their App at Play Store and App Store
• Hop on the Red Line, get off at Victoria Park/Stampede Station, and walk right to the BMO Centre – it’s only steps away from Beerfest!

Great nights always include a smart ride home – Do NOT Drive and Drive!

#2 Plan Your Experience

A little prep goes a long way.

Before you arrive, know the following to help plan your experience:

FRIDAY EVENING SESSION:

• 5:00 PM: VIP Doors Open & Sampling Begins
• 5:30 PM: GA Doors Open
• 9:00 PM: No Entry
• 9:30 PM: Sample Token Sales End
• 9:30 PM: After Party Begins
• 9:45 PM: Last Pour
• 10:00 PM: Beerfest/Consumption Ends
• 1:30 AM: After Party Ends

SATURDAY AFTERNOON SESSION:

• 12:00 PM: VIP Doors Open & Sampling Begins
• 12:30 PM: GA Doors Open
• 3:30 PM: No Entry
• 4:00 PM: Sample Token Sales End
• 4:00 PM: After Party Begins
• 4:15 PM: Last Pour
• 4:30 PM: Beerfest/Consumption Ends
• 7:00 PM: After Party Ends

SATURDAY EVENING SESSION:

• 5:30 PM: VIP Doors Open & Sampling Begins
• 6:00 PM: GA Doors Open
• 9:00 PM: No Entry
• 9:30 PM: Sample Token Sales End
• 9:30 PM: After Party Begins
• 9:45 PM: Last Pour
• 10:00 PM: Event/Consumption Ends
• 1:30 AM: After Party Ends

Festival Map – Drinc! Interactive Event Map

Questions? – FAQs

Knowing what’s where helps you spend more time enjoying and less time searching.

#3 Get In Faster

Want to get inside quickly? Follow these tips:

• Enter through the Main BMO North West Entrance (next to Victoria Park LRT Station)
• LEFT <— GA | VIP —> RIGHT (double check your ticket type)
• Have your ID (this is an 18+ event) and QR Code ready before you reach the door
• Watch for signage separating Packages vs. Tickets Only
• Do your future self a favour—pre-purchase your sample tokens online and get straight to the good stuff.

A little preparation here means more time inside with a drink in hand.

#4 Make the Most of VIP

Premium Experience – Maximum Vibes

• Arrive Early – you get First Pour Access 30 minutes before anyone else
• Dedicated VIP entrance (skip the lines)
• NEW upgraded & interactive VIP lounge
• VIP only washrooms
• Exclusive access to Cooking with Beer & Crafted Sessions seminars
  • Subject to Capacity – Arrive Early to Guarantee a Seat

It’s all designed to give you a more comfortable, elevated Beerfest experience.

#5 Don’t Miss the After Party

The night doesn’t end when the festival does – the official After-Party is better than ever!

• High-energy performances from White Light, Raise Your State, TKO, Night Vision, and SLØFISH b2b BAMBOOZU (Dos Leches).
• Expect top-tier drinks from Cold Garden Beverage Co. and ByHendo’s Cocktails & Shaft!
• Get After Party tickets with your discounted Beerfest Packages and keep the celebration going!
• You can also pre-purchase After Party tickets as an Add On Here

Take your time, try something new, and enjoy the atmosphere. Whether you’re discovering a new favourite or just soaking it all in with friends, it’s all part of the experience.

We’ll see you at #YYCBeerfest 🍻

Sincerely,

Bill Robinson

President – ABF

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