2010 Festival Highlights:
This years Beerfest has grown to encompass two days - Friday August 13th & Saturday August 14th, 2010. The festival is a true celebration of all things brewed and is a great opportunity to sample, experience and learn about beer and cider in a relaxed and fun setting!
The spectacular Halifax Seaport will once again host the mostly outdoor site. Tented booths and pavilions as well as inside the spacious Pavilion 20, all near Pier 21. Armed with souvenir sample cup and guide, we urge you to explore the incredible range in styles and countries on offer.
Employ your senses, ask questions and keep an open mind – you will be surprised.
Read official Press Release here (PDF). View PDF of Festival Map
Highlights for year four include:
- 175+ beers & ciders from 70 breweries, half of which are not available in the NSLC
- 6 Maritime microbrewers including Garrison, Picaroon's (new) and Gahan House.
- Ontario and Maine booths will be back again bigger than ever and we'll likely have our first Quebec micro's!
- Local ciders from Stutz and Tideview as well as legendary Strongbow from England and McAuslan's Cidre Du Minot
- Great entertainment... and the amazing "Old Wagon Whiskey"
- Q104 will be back again to broadcast onsite
- Ladies VIP Brew Tour - featuring Mirella Amato, one of Canada’s top beer connoisseurs! Jump the queue for a fun & informative gals-only VIP tour of the brewing world on opening Friday night and again Saturday afternoon. $10.
- More washrooms (as always!)
- Fabulous food offerings from even more great Taste of Nova Scotia food partners....
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Session 1: Friday, August 13th, 2010
Session 2: Saturday, August 14th, 2010
Session 3: Saturday, August 14th, 2010
Capacity: 1500/session (don't wait and be disappointed!) Location: Under tent and canopy in the historic Halifax Seaport Tickets: Available starting July 12th. $40(+hst)/person Advance, $45(+hst)/person at the Door. Includes a 4 oz. souvenir glass to sample the many fine brews and a souvenir program. Tickets will be on-sale at select Halifax and area NSLC stores. Tickets will also be available at Garrison Brewing (902-453-5343), & Bishop's Cellar (902-490-CORK). |
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Projected Attendance: Projected Attendance: 4000+ (max. 1500/session) Projected Vendor Participation: 70 breweries with 175+ brews & ciders from Canada and abroad. (See 2010 Breweries List here) Food & Non-alcoholic Booths: Great beer deserves great food. This year we'll team up with even more Taste of NS partner restaurants to offer tasty foods for sale to hungry festival goers. Scanway Catering, FID Resto, Saege, and Brussels Restaurant and Brasserie are among those confirmed to sell beer-inspired creations to hungry festival goers. Age: This is a 19+ event. Attendees should be prepared to show ID, no pets or children will be allowed on site. Bands: Keith Andrews - Afternoon session |
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Please plan ahead & drink responsibly!
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