Whistler Village Beer Festival

September 16 – 20, 2026

This homegrown festival of craft beer is held annually in the fall and features five days of beer-fuelled fun with Oktoberfest, brewery tastings, après parties and more. Everything culminates with a one-day Main Event at Whistler Olympic Plaza on the Saturday. Here’s what you need to know about the 13th edition of the Whistler Village Beer Festival so you can plan your stay today.

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.

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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Longhorn Saloon 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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There is more programming still to be announced – please check back soon!

*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.

Plan Your Festival

With several days of events, why not make it an extended stay and take time out to enjoy Whistler in the fall. Here are some festival planning tips and suggestions for other things to see and do in-between sampling delicious craft beer:

  • Book your accommodation early for the best rates
  • Check out Whistler’s three breweries in Insider's Guide: Craft Beer Breweries in Whistler
  • Play a round at one of Whistler's incredible golf courses, each with a delightful patio to end the day
  • Try one of Whistler’s exciting outdoor activities (beer tastes better with a dash of adventure)
  • See Whistler from a new perspective with the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, then have beer with a view on the mountain!
  • Whistler’s patios are perfect for people watching - pull up a chair and watch the world go by
  • Take your appetite to one of Whistler’s restaurants for a feast
  • Need to rest and recover after a hard day’s tasting? Whistler’s lakes, beaches and spas are the answer

Stay 3+ Nights and Receive a Free $100 Whistler Dining Voucher

Secure your lodging for the Whistler Village Beer Festival. Extend your stay to 3+ nights to receive a free $100 Dining Voucher.

Offer Details:

Book 3+ nights and enter promo code FALLDINING at check-out or call 1.800.944.7853 and mention the offer to one of our Travel Consultants when booking. Valid at participating restaurants.

Hurry - this offer is available only at Whistler.com while quantities last!

Dining Voucher valid for 3+ night stays with arrival dates between September 8 - November 30, 2026. Unused Dining Vouchers expire on November 30, 2026. Vouchers are only available while quantities last.

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