2026 Feature Events
Find an overview of the main events below, or browse the full event listing and purchase tickets on the festival website.
Whistler Village Beer Festival Main Event
Saturday, September 19
12 – 5 PM | Whistler Olympic Plaza
Not to be missed, the Main Event, presented by Gibbons Whistler, features more than 40 craft beverage manufacturers pouring over 80 varieties of beer, cider, canned cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. Plus, enjoy food trucks, games and live music with local favourite The Hairfarmers and Celtic world party folk rockers, The Whiskeydicks.
General Admission Tickets include:
- Access to the Main Event on Saturday
- Official WVBF sampling mug
- 5 tasting tokens upon entry, more than previous years
- Add on a discounted ticket to Longhorn Saloon Oktoberfest, while quantities last
- Access to 40+ craft beverage manufacturers and 80+ cider, beer, canned cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
All Access Tickets include:
- Skip the line with a separate All Access express entry lane
- Official WVBF sampling mug
- 8 tasting tokens upon entry
- A ticket to Oktoberfest, the Official Afterparty at Longhorn Saloon
- A BBQ smokie
- Bonus swag
- A bonus Adventure Group Day Ticket valued at over $50, valid during WVBF festival week (September 16 to 20)
- Access to 40+ craft beverage manufacturers and 80+ cider, beer, canned cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
Additional tasting tokens can be purchased pre-event at a discounted rate or purchased in person at regular pricing during the Main Event.
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Beerfest Bingo and Boogie
Tuesday, September 15
7 - 10 PM | Tapley's Neighbourhood Pub
To kickoff the Whistler Village Beer Festival week, join Bingo and Boogie where they’ll be dropping the beats, serving cold drinks, and giving away massive prizes!
Mountain Culture Collective Industry Night
Wednesday, September 16
5 - 10 PM | Stonesedge Kitchen
An industry focused gathering celebrating the people, businesses and brands that shape mountain culture. The evening will bring together mountain athletes, industry partners, brands, hospitality operators, media and community leaders for an opportunity to connect, collaborate and celebrate the Whistler community.
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Stretch & Sip
Thursday, September 17
4 - 7 PM | Plaza Patio at Westin Resort & Spa
A wellness focused activation that brings together movement, local food and beverage, music and Whistler’s iconic apres culture. Guests will start with a relaxed wellness experience before transitioning into a vibrant social atmosphere, creating a unique blend of wellness and apres.
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Paint & Sip
Friday, September 18
4 - 8 PM |Stonesedge Kitchen
An art and culture-focused experience celebrating local creativity, food and beverage, music and après culture. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with local artists in a relaxed, social environment before the experience evolves into an evening of music, drinks and community.
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Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 19
5 PM - 1 AM | The Longhorn Saloon
Raise a stein at Oktoberfest at Longhorn Saloon, part of Whistler Village Beer Festival 2026. Expect authentic Oktoberfest music, German-style beers and a lively beer hall atmosphere in the heart of Whistler. With your first beer included, it’s an evening built for dancing, celebrating and making the most of a classic fall tradition. Lederhosen and dirndls are encouraged.
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Caesar Fest Presented by Mott's
Sunday, September 20
9 AM - 2 PM | Black's Pub
A distinctly Canadian way to close out the festival week, celebrating one of Canada’s most iconic cocktails, the Caesar. This relaxed but highly social event will bring the community together for good food, drinks, music and plenty of Canadian spirit.
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Programming is subject to change.
*These events are restricted to guests over the age of 19. Additional Sampling Tokens will be available for purchase on site at the Main Event, maximum of 10 tokens per purchase. Non-refundable.