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ECBF will be throwing After Parties on both Friday and Saturday nights as well as on Sunday afternoon, with delicious beverages, exceptional DJs, and exciting dancing.

So whether you’re a craft beverage aficionado or just ready for a fun night out, make plans to head to the After Party to keep the vibes going.

Packages are on sale now, with admission packages starting at just $89.99. That includes entry into the festival, $40 in sample tokens, after-party access, and a commemorative sample mug.

A huge list of breweries, distilleries, cideries, restaurants, and events can be found on the festival’s 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 Banded Peak Brewing, Old Prospector Distilling, and Wild North Brewing Co., to name just a few.

You better bring your appetite as some of the best food spots in Edmonton will be serving up dishes, including The Druid Irish Pub, Flipside BBQ, and SpiceBros.

In addition to wandering out and drinking some of the best craft beer from around the world, there will also be local music and live DJs, seminars, and even a sports lounge where you can watch the big game on a giant screen.

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

Edmonton Craft Beer Festival 2026

When: March 6 and 7, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to late (Friday), noon to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to late (Saturday)
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre – 7515 118th Ave. NW, Edmonton
Tickets: Various prices, including packages, purchase online