Fire up your appetite, Vancouver! The city’s most mouthwatering summer tradition is back and better than ever. Brewery & the Beast Vancouver returns on Sunday, July 27, transforming Concord Pacific Place into an open-fire cooking spectacle of flavour, flame, and festivity. Featuring top-tier chefs, acclaimed restaurants, and a curated lineup of craft beverages, this all-inclusive festival promises an epic afternoon of indulgence, live music, and culinary adventure.
More than just a food event, Brewery & the Beast is a full-scale premium sensory experience. Over 60 of Vancouver’s best culinary talents will present bold, innovative, flame-kissed creations, offering guests an “all you can savour” feast. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, and guests can choose their own adventure when it comes to pairing the dishes with a refreshing selection of cocktails, craft beer, cider, premium wine, seltzers, and non-alcoholic options. Adding to the vibrant atmosphere, live music and guest DJ’s will set the tone throughout the afternoon, with details of the entertainment lineup to be announced soon.
Looking to level up? VIP ticket holders will enjoy a one-hour exclusive experience with a premium selection of bites and beverages from acclaimed guest chefs and bartenders, a private lounge to relax between tastings, private bars, and 10 minutes of early access to the Main Event. General admission guests are invited to savour unlimited food and drinks from some of the best places in the city while taking in the live entertainment from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., making it the ultimate Sunday summer celebration.
Tickets are available now, with VIP Experience at $299.95 and Main Event at $178.95 (plus taxes and fees). Purchase individual tickets online at breweryandthebeast.com. Special group rates are available by contacting tickets@17blackevents.com.
Following the Vancouver festivities, Brewery & the Beast will take its signature experience on the road, with stops in Calgary on August 24 and Vancouver Island on September 21.
“Brewery & the Beast has always been about bringing people together over incredible food, drinks, and music,” says Scott Gurney, Director of 17 Black Events, the festival’s producer. “This year, we’re raising the bar with an even more polished and immersive experience. From the lineup of chefs and presenters to the beverages and entertainment, 2025 will be our best year yet.
With Two Rivers Meats returning as a key sponsor, Brewery & the Beast continues to push the boundaries of prestige chef-led celebrations. Stay tuned for the full list of participating restaurants, beverage partners, and musical acts coming soon.
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