12 Things you need to know about

Cape Breton Beer Fest 

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When & Where is Cape Breton Beer Fest?
The 7th Annual Cape Breton Beer Fest will take place Saturday December 2nd, 2023 at the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion (The Big Fiddle).

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There will be ONE showing. from 6:00pm-9:30pm. (For VIP's)

General Admission ticket holders may enter at 7:00pm

 

What are the ticket prices?
VIP: $85

General: $75

Designated Driver: $25

 ALL PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO HST

 

Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are available on our website. Tickets purchased online will be sent to the email provided.  iPhone users may add their tickets to their apple wallet.

What do I get as a VIP Ticket Holder?
*VIP holders will receive a special edition CBBF Glass

 

How big are the sample sizes?
Craft Beer & Cider samples are 4 oz.  Wine samples are 1 oz. while spirit samples are 1/4 oz.

 

What if I don’t drink alcohol?

There will be non-alcoholic beverages available, provided by Cape Breton Beverages, with designated driver tickets for $25+tax each. 

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What if I don’t drink craft beer?
No need to worry, there will be a variety of options for product sampling.  There will be tasting options from a local Premium Apple Cider vendor, local Wine Products and a local Spirit Companies.

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Ok got it, so how does beer fest work?
Once in the show there will be local food and beverage vendors from all over the province serving Beer, Cider, Wine and Spirits. Drink samples are included in the price of admission however the food will be sold by each food vendor.

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What if I run out of sample tickets?

Sample tickets are no longer required.

 

Glass Rinsing 

There will be a number of glass rinsing stations placed throughout the event floor, here you can rinse your glasses to ensure the accurate brewery taste!

 

Will there be entertainment
YES, there will be live music entertainment in the round.  It will be an intimate setting.

 

Do you get to take my tasting glass home?
YES, Your Cape Breton Beer Fest Glass is yours to keep!

 

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