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From the people who bring you Toronto’s Festival of Beer! Spring BeerFest TO happens May 18 & 19, 2019. There is only one type of ticket for this event and that’s a General Admission ticket. You must be legal drinking age 19+ to purchase. Proper ID is required. We love children, but there are no children permitted on site. We also love pets, but unfortunately you need to leave your pet at home. This event happens rain or shine. This is an outdoor event. There are no refunds or exchanges. There will be be no refunds in the event of cancellation due to inclement weather. No in & out privileges. Please drink responsibly. Here are some common questions we get asked…

Where is Spring BeerFest TO?

Spring BeerFest TO happens at Fort York: Garrison Common. HERE is a map.

When is Spring BeerFest TO?

Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 of the May Two-Four Weekend.

What are the hours of Spring BeerFest TO?

12pm to 7pm on Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19. Taps turn off at 6:30pm on both days.

Are tickets on sale now? (Hint: YES!)

You can lock in your plans for the May Two-Four weekend now by clicking the button(s) below or on the home page of our website! Also, feel free to sign up to our email database HERE and we will let you know when we release our list of brewers and games.

Get Tickets to Spring Beerfest TO Saturday!

Get Tickets to Spring Beerfest TO Sunday!

What comes with a ticket?

General Admission tickets are $24.00 and come with entry to one day of the event and a commemorative sampling mug.

What kind of entertainment is at the event?

We have a ton of awesome games which you can find HERE, and music from Conor Cutz!

Conor Cutz is an open-format DJ and entrepreneur hailing from Toronto, Canada. Known for his turntablist background and ability to read any crowd, Conor redefines the role of a party DJ through style and sophistication.

Conor has worked closely with coveted brands such as Versace, Cadillac, Red Bull and Fashion Magazine to name a few and has been seen playing both corporate and club events across Canada, the U.S. and Western Europe. Most recently, Conor was asked to perform an exclusive U2 after party at the top of the CN Tower, and even appeared as a headliner for one of Canada’s largest cultural festivals on behalf of Toronto Dominion Bank.

Conor Cutz currently holds residencies at some of Toronto’s most notable venues including The Four Season’s Hotel, Brooklynn, SOHO House and more.

How do I get to Spring BeerFest TO?

Transit or cab is the best way to get to the event. Please do not drive. HERE are the best routes direct from the source: the people at Fort York Garrison Common

Can I leave and come back in?

There are no in/out privileges.

What happens if it rains?

This is an outdoor event. Please come prepared. The event happens rain or shine. You can bring your rain gear. Make sure you bring a rain jacket and rain boots are probably not a bad idea either. Umbrellas are allowed.

Is there parking?

We highly recommend you do not drive, but understand that some designated drivers need to find parking. Fort York Garrison Common list THESE as the closet parking spots.

Can I cover Spring BeerFest TO as Media?

Please email info@beerlicious.ca and put in your request.

Can I be a vendor at Spring BeerFest TO?

We are pretty full up this year, but we run many events throughout the year. Reach out to arizona@beerlicious.ca to see if there is a future fit!

Can I bring my children?

This is a 19+ event that includes beer. Although we love children, they will not be allowed on the grounds. This also means that we cannot allow babies in. This is tough for us, because babies are the best. No strollers, no babies, no children. We can only admit those who are 19+.

Can I bring my dog/cat/parrot/baby goat?

No pets with the exception of service animals and their human. You can, however, show us pictures of your pet when you are here.

Where do babies come from?

Storks.

Anything Else?

info@beerlicious.ca is our email address.

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That’s right! The ultimate cottage in the city party is back again with amazing cottage games, delicious beer, and tasty food trucks for your enjoyment. Who needs the real cottage anyway when you have this event right in your backyard, right? It all goes down at Fort York: Garrison Common during the Victoria Day long weekend (May 18 & 19).

Tickets for Spring Beerfest TO go on-sale April 9th at 11am and cost $24.00 but you can purchase your tickets before anyone else if you sign up to our email list! Also, feel free to give us a follow and a like on our social channels below! Much appreciated. #BeerLove #SBFTO2019

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Spring BeerFest TO starts today! Tickets are now on sale, and cottage vibes are in the air! All that’s left to do is figure out the deets… important stuff, like… how will I get there? Should I wear my flowy tank and khaki shorts or my jean jacket and summer dress with the flowers on it? Can I bring water? Will my backpack be okay? Where can I find my favourite beer? Let us help you with those answers so that you’re guaranteed to have your best Spring BeerFest TO yet! Below are the Top Tips on enjoying SBFTO…

Get Tickets to Spring Beerfest TO Saturday!

Get Tickets to Spring BeerfestTO Sunday!

Location: Fort York: Garrison Common. HERE is a map.

Saturday & Sunday Hours:

• 12:00pm – Doors Open for Hoptimized Ticket Holders
• 1:00pm – Doors Open for General Admission Ticket Holders
• 6:30pm – Last Call
• 6:45pm – Taps Off
• 7:00pm – Closed

11 – What You Can Bring…

• –Valid photo ID – This is a 19+ event (a photocopy of ID does not count)
• –Your Ticket. (Best to print it out and bring with you, unless you ordered a mobile ticket)
• -Sunblock
• -Sunglasses
• -Hat
• -Comfortable Shoes
• -Cash
• -TTC tokens / PRESTO card
• -Mobile phone – to take selfies, call a cab or Ubes – Please enjoy responsibly, don’t drink and drive.
• -Raincoat, Umbrella (check the weather before you leave home)
• -Blanket

10 – What You Can’t Bring With You…

• -Pets (We love them, but they can’t come with you)
• -Children (We love them too, but they can’t come with you) Even if you have a teeny tiny baby, we cannot let anyone under the age of 19 in the event. We hope you understand.
• -Water Bottles – Our event will offer free water. You do not need to bring that fancy water bottle!
• -Opened water bottles
• -Food
• -Chairs
• -Coolers
• -Large video cameras
• -Selfie Sticks (seriously, are these things still a ‘thing’? lol)
• -Cameras, other than for personal use
• -Mobile phone charger (there is no place to plug it in)
• -Water guns
• -Your own glassware/bottles.
• -Illegal Substances (aka: Weed, ganja, green, doobs, doobies, reefer, trees, hash, hashish, devils lettuce, shrooms, or any other type of drug)

9 – Think Ca$h

We appreciate plastic just as much as the next person, but cash is king at the Festival. We have teams walking around that will be selling tokens and they’ll only accept cash. We’re not saying empty your bank account, but be prepared if you want to move around quickly.  ATMs will be on site. Token Booths do accept Credit Card Payments, but we always reco cash for getting ‘er done quickly.

8 – Tokens

Tokens are the onsite currency. 1 token = $1. Most samples onsite are 1 token for a 4oz pour. Some brewers charge more: imports and premium brands.

7 – Your Backpack Will be Searched

We’ll be using metal detector wands and searching backpacks at the gate – it’s not that we don’t trust you, it’s just how it goes! You’ve all been to events before and witnessed someone giving security a hard time over searching their belongings. The reason we do it is not because you’re a criminal, but because we want everyone to be safe and have a great time.

6 – Don’t Drink & Drive

Don’t drive! It’s a Beer Festival and chances are you’ll be enjoying some beverages. Not only do we not want you to drink and drive, but it’s going to be a challenge maneuvering your way around the city with large events going on.  Please enjoy the convenience of the TTC or a cab or an Ubes. Yeah, we said Ubes.

5 – Great Beer is Great Beer

There will be a bunch of different brews to try. HERE is the list of breweries that will be at #SBFTO 2018.

4 – Bring Your Appetite

The food purveyors we have this year are second to none. HERE are some of them!

3 – Game On!

Archery Tag. Bocce. Soccer Billiards. Volleyball. Giant Jenga. Giant Chess. HERE is the full list with pics!

2 – Marshmallows

Spring BeerFest TO has all the fixings of a cottage. This includes fire pits and marshmallows. Fans can expect us to break the marshmallows out each day around 4pm.

1 – Drink Water & Dress for the Weather

Seriously, stay hydrated. We will have a water station for you to rinse and refill. Just take your commemorative mug (which you get when you arrive), rinse it out and fill it up at a water station. And don’t forget to wear sunblock. Even if it is grey and cloudy. This is vital. Sunblock and water are soooooooo key!! Your raincoat, rubber boats, umbrella may make your experience better today (day 1) since it rained a bit this morning but tomorrow (Sunday) it’s clear skies and warm weather. Even if it rains, we pour.

Spring Sessions of Toronto’s Festival of Beer happens THIS weekend at Fort York Garrison Common!

Location: Fort York: Garrison Common. HERE is a map.

Hours: Noon to 7pm on Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21.

We will have plenty of activities for you and your mates this weekend. We created a Top 5 list to highlight what is going on at Spring Sessions … and because people tell us ‘You’ll get more clicks on the article if it’s a Top 6 list”:

1) See Live Music

Juno award-winning outfit Elliott Brood are playing a live acoustic Campfire Session on Saturday, May 20. Then, the very next day, Canadian Rockers The Trews will play their very own Campfire Session on Sunday, May 21. Pick your day and use code SAVEFIVE to take $5 off your tickets.

Get SATURDAY Spring Sessions Tickets!

Get SUNDAY Spring Sessions Tickets!

Use code SAVEFIVE to save $5 off Tickets!

2) Become a Legend at Soccer Darts

THIS IS BREAKING NEWS… The Toronto Sport & Social Club are bringing Soccer darts to Spring Sessions. We’re hearing that this may be the biggest thing to hit Toronto since the invention of the beautiful game! Haha. We totally can’t wait to try it!

3) Own The Bocce Court

Some reports stat that Bocce is the most played activity in the world. Thankfully Track & Field Bar has picked up on the trend and will be at Spring Sessions to host all your bocce needs. Bocce Standards Association rules apply. (Totally just made that rules part up. Apologies to those who are actually a part of the BSA. No disrespect homies.)

4) Roast A Marshmallow, or ten!

Hanging around a fire pit is pretty much mandatory. It’s like Rule 1 of the cottage: “If your clothes don’t smell like camp fire, were you actually even at the cottage, bro?” We have confirmed approval from the executives that marshmallow decisions…. THERE WILL BE MARSHMALLOWS!

5) Taste A Brew

18 brewers will showcase their wares this weekend at Fort York: Garrison Common. HERE’s the list of who is coming.  Our recommendation is to take your time. Sample it, don’t just drank it all down. Brewers work super hard to craft each brew. This is their life work. Enjoy it… and as always, please sample responsibly.

6) Eat Some Food

We hand selected and curated our favourite food purveyors and here’s a quick list of who will be there: Mustache Burger, Chimney Stax Baking Co, Ontario Corn Roasters, Oyster Boy, Tiny Toms, and Smoke’s Poutinerie. HERE’S the list.

There you go. Some tips from us to you. Here’s a video to get a taste from last year…

Hello Beer Friends and Beer Fam, As you all know TFOB Spring Sessions is back at Fort York Garrison Common with a great line-up of ice cold beer and tasty food, alongside some killer live music from The Trews and Elliott Brood. Tickets are on sale now and the link is below… But first! Let’s talk about winning stuff. Introducing #BeerHuntTO. This is a collaboration between the fine folks at Great Lakes Brewery and us, the gang at Toronto’s Festival of Beer.

Here’s the skinny:

You have the chance to score yourself some Spring Sessions tickets, along with some stylish GLB gear. This is sort-of-like a scavenger hunt, but made super simple. Check out THIS link from GLB which explains everything. All ye need to know is that awesome stuff is to be won and you need to follow GLB on Twitter and GLB on Facebook.

More on Spring Sessions:

Do you have plans for the May Two Four Long Weekend? Well… now you do! Toronto’s Festival of Beer Spring Sessions happens May 20 and May 21 at Fort York: Garrison Common. Come experience a curated selection of beer and food alongside cottage vibes and live music. New this year: Acoustic Campfire Sessions featuring Elliott Brood and The Trews.

Get Spring Sessions Tickets Now!

(and use code SAVEFIVE to save $5 off your tickets)

Discover a new brew, taste some killer culinary, play some cottage games and watch some amazing bands play acoustically in the Campfire Sessions. Sounds like a perfect cottage weekend … without the commute!

Here’s some quick links:

• Learn more about Juno award-winning Elliott Brood.
• Learn more about Canadian Rockers The Trews.
• Learn more about the Breweries that will be at Spring Sessions.
• Learn more about the Food options that will be at Spring Sessions.
• Or check out the Spring Sessions FAQ.