Food & DrinkJul
Toronto Festival of Beer
Canada's largest beer festival — hundreds of craft beers, food, and live music.
When
2026: July 24–26, 2026
2027: TBD
2025: July 25–27, 2025
Where
Bandshell Park, Exhibition Place
Area
Liberty Village
Cost
Paid · $30–$75
Format
outdoor
Attendance
30K+ visitors
Running Since
1996 (30 years)
Family Friendly
Not typically
VT Insider Tip
Go to the Friday evening session — it's the least crowded and the vibe is better. The VIP area gives you access to limited-release beers and shorter lines. Eat before you go.
About
The Toronto Festival of Beer brings together hundreds of breweries at Bandshell Park for a massive weekend celebration of craft beer. Beyond the tastings, there's live music, food vendors, and beer education sessions. It's evolved from a basic beer tent into a proper festival experience.
What to Expect
Three days of beer tastings from 100+ breweries. Multiple music stages, food vendors, and beer education. Saturday afternoon is the busiest session.
Pro Tips
Buy a sampling package rather than full pints — you'll taste more variety. Bring cash for food. Pace yourself and drink water between rounds.
Getting There
Bandshell Park at Exhibition Place. Streetcar 509 or 511 from Union Station. Walk from Liberty Village. Don't drive.