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VCBW Craft Beer & Music Festival returns to Vancouver July 2023.
The largest craft beer event in the Lower Mainland will be back for its 12th year. The festival will feature over 150 craft beers and ciders, with participating breweries and cideries from around the world. Alongside the various vendors, festival attendees can immerse themselves in two-days of jam-packed music from some of Canada’s top artists (2022 featured Bedouin Soundclash, Half Moon Run, Titus Bank, and Skratch Bastid).
While craft beer remains the cornerstone of the festival, VCBW 2023 will be a celebration of so much more. Breweries from BC and beyond, a lineup of notable Canadian artists, local art displays, and some of the city’s best chef pop-ups and food trucks will make for an immersive, lively event for Vancouver beer and music fans.
The VCBW Craft Beer & Music Festival will take place at the PNE Fairgrounds, 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver in July 2023. Safety and inclusivity remains a top priority for the annual festival as it welcomes everyone back. To pre-register for pre-sale tickets and to subscribe to VCBW’s newsletter to be the first to get the latest news visit www.vcbw.ca
- DATE Saturday July 8, 2023
- TICKETS April 25 @ 10AM
- TICKET PRICES
$65.00 - $125.00
(plus fees) - VENUE PNE Fairgrounds
- DOORS OPENVIP: 2PM | GA: 3PM
Tickets
G.A. – SAT
PNE Fairgrounds
July 2023/3pm
$40
- Admission 3-7pm
- Souvenir Tastings Glass
- All Concerts (that day)
VIP – SAT
PNE Fairground
July 2023/2pm
$85
- Admission 2-7pm
- Souvenir Tastings Glass
- All Concerts (that day)
- VIP ONLY Tasting / 2-3pm
- VIP Entrance
- Access to GoRVing VIP Area
2022 Musical Acts ['23 Coming Soon]
Bedouin Soundclash
Canadian indie rock and reggae royalty Bedouin Soundclash took a creative hiatus after climbing to the pinnacle of the Canadian music industry, and now they’re back better than ever to continue the next chapter in their singular genre-defying career – a career which has seen them celebrated at home and abroad with JUNO awards, Top 10 radio hits (When the Night Feels My Song, Walls Fall Down), and international tours with No Doubt, Ben Harper, The Interrupters, and Thievery Corporation. 2022 will see Bedouin Soundclash return with a brand new album on Dine Alone Records.
Titus Bank
Titus Bank has a voice that can stop an audience in its tracks. The Vancouver-based pop adventurer can effortlessly shift from a smooth croon to a soulful vibrato to a note-perfect howl — arresting and inviting; confident yet vulnerable.
He is now entering the next phase of an already-prolific music career with the unveiling of “I Do Yeah,” the first seismic single from his forthcoming debut solo album. While Titus previously made waves with his ambitious, song-a-day 365 Songwriting Challenge (during which he wrote, recorded and released 185 in the span of a year), “I Do Yeah” is the result of a shifting focus towards songwriting refinement over sheer quantity.
Half Moon Run
I’m proud of the fact that, as we live and grow, we’re able to continue to make music that evolves and changes and seems to be meaningful,” Conner Molander observes as his band, Half Moon Run, crosses the 10th-anniversary mark. “It’s not like we found a trick and had a successful album because of that trick, but 10 years is a long time to be with a group of people doing creative work. You have to keep on allowing yourself to change and grow… and leave things behind.
Scratch Bastid
Stage presence, technical prowess and versatile selections that span the complete musical spectrum—from hip hop to house, disco to dancehall, reggae to funk and back again—Bastid is a true crowd favourite with an unrivaled ability to create unforgettable moments with music.
2022 Food Vendors ['23 Coming Soon]
ARC Iberico
A selection of fine Spanish plates and handhelds. Choose from Jamón Ibérico Acorn Fed “Pata Negra”, Bocadillo De Cinco Jotas,Bocadillo De Chorizo Iberico, Tabla De Charcuteria, and more.
BKH Jerky
For over 30 years B.K.H. Jerky has been serving the Lower Mainland. William Lim the founder of this amazing jerky in Canada, discovered how to make beef and pork jerky in Singapore. Hence ’Singapore Style’ From the original Bee Kim Heng, Master Teo Ah Tian, which he himself has over 40 years of jerky perfection.
A family owned business, which only uses the finest cuts of Canadian grown beef and pork products. Features a sweet and moist savoury flavour or if you like a little kick in your mouth try it spicy!
Cazba
Boasting multiple Lower Mainland locations, Cazba is local favorite for Persian cuisine.
Enjoy a selection of fresh dishes prepared with herbs, vegetables, rice and melt in your mouth meat pairings of lamb, chicken or fish.
Salty's Lobster Shack
A taste of Halifax in the form of lobster rolls! The ultimate summer comfort food; Salty’s is known for their modern takes on old school classics. Don’t miss their Lobster Grilled Cheese, White Sturgeon Caviar Roll or the Jamaican Lobster Patty.
The Real Patty Co.
The Real Patty Co embodies what it means to be Canadian by merging the flavors from their Caribbean roots with inspiration from all of the culinary diversity that surrounds Canadians. Their Jamaican patties are a representation of that.
Wandering Mollusk
A wanderer himself, and a longtime fan of the crustacean community, Jess Taylor of Wandering Mollusk brings the freshest, finest quality oysters to festivals and events across BC. Stop by and enjoy live oyster shucking and platters galore.
Dos Amigos
Vancouver’s only Food Truck serving Tex-Mex style street food. Enjoy California style Burrito, Tacos, Baja fries, Nachos, Churros and a lot more.
Indish
Specializing in Indian Street food, owners, Anant and Tushar have created a menu featuring an array of curries, bowls and flavourful sides at this food truck that is dedicated to serving these Indian inspired dishes.
2022 Drink Vendors ['23 Coming Soon]
2022 Sponsors
FAQ's
VCBW will be taking place the PNE Fairgrounds at 2901 E. Hastings in Vancouver, BC.
SATURDAY JULY 8, 2023
2-7PM (VIP TICKETS)
3-7PM (GA TICKETS)
There are two categories of tickets: GA and VIP.
Tickets are sold in “tiers”. The first tier to be released will be the least expensive. Once that tier sells out, the next tier will be released and on and on. Each subsequent tier is more expensive than the last. As such, the sooner you purchase you ticket, the least expensive it will be.
There is no difference in the tickets from tier to tier other than the price.
GA
TIER1: $65
TIER2:$75
TIER3:$85
TIER4: $95
VIP
TIER1: $95
TIER2:$105
TIER3:$115
TIER4: $125
Each ticket grants the holder admission onto the site, all alcoholic beverage samples, a souvenir tasting cup, access to the food and sponsor exhibits and viewing of all the concerts/entertainment.
Yep! We will be soaking up the rays of sun or frolicking within the drops of rain.
Please visit the front page of vcbw.ca to learn about the differences.
