One of Canada's biggest beverage festivals is coming to Calgary with epic after parties | Daily Hive

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One of Canada’s biggest beverage festivals is happening in Calgary next month, and there are some huge shindigs planned for the event.

The 2026 Calgary International Beerfest (CIBF) takes place on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at the BMO Centre in Stampede Park.

With over 700 beverages, ciders, and spirits from more than 200 breweries and distilleries to discover, you’re bound to find a new favourite to raise a glass with. And the parties are going late into the night.

Calgary International Beerfest

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CIBF will be throwing after-parties on Friday evening, Saturday afternoon and Saturday night, with delicious drinks and live entertainment.

This year’s lineup includes DJs Raise Your State, SLØFISH b2b BAMBOOZU (Dos Leches), White Light, and TKO.

Calgary International Beerfest

Beerfest packages are on sale now, with general admission and VIP, including $40 in sample tokens, after-party access, a commemorative sample mug, and early admission.

The latter will also grant you access to an exclusive VIP lounge, VIP private washrooms, a separate VIP entrance, a VIP lanyard, and one free admission to each beverage seminar, subject to capacity.

Calgary International Beerfest

A huge list of breweries, distilleries, cideries, restaurants, and events can be found on Alberta Beer Festivals’ website. The makers come from all over the world, and we can’t wait to try as many as possible.

Some of the best breweries around will be just a stall away to try, including 33 Acres Brewing, Grey Owl Meadery, Odd Company, and Tide Cocktail Co.

You’d better bring your appetite, as dishes will be served by some of the best food spots in Calgary, including Big Dog Smokehouse & BBQ, Cluck n Cleaver, and Ranchman’s.

Calgary International Beerfest

Advance tickets are on sale now. Pick yours up and get ready for the hoppiest event of the year.

Calgary International Beerfest

When: May 1 and 2, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to late (Friday), 12 to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to late (Saturday)
Where: BMO Centre at Stampede Park – 20 Roundup Way, Calgary
Tickets: Various prices, including VIP packages. Purchase online

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