Enjoy Cantera Negra Tequila cocktails and snacks during this 3-stop cocktail crawl on Main Street.This Mount Pleasant neighbourhood has become Vancouver’s best for food and drink, boasting some of the most exciting independent eateries (and drinkeries) in the city. This… Continue Reading →

Taste through all of El Tequileño’s nine expressions and learn all about this storied spirit and brand.Meet Master Distiller Tony Salles, grandson of Don Jorge Salles Cuervo, who founded El Tequileño in 1959. Named Gran Tequilero by the National Chamber… Continue Reading →

Pasta making class at Il CentroJoin us for our Lunedi Cucina con Noi featuring Pasta Making!In this class we will learn how to make and roll out fresh ravioli from scratch using eggs and flour, along with a vegan version…yes,… Continue Reading →

NYC's Sip & Guzzle takes over the bar at Good Thief.Enjoy from a selection of 5 signature cocktails by head bartender and partner, Ben Yabrow from Sip & Guzzle in NYC. One cocktail of your choice along with a paired… Continue Reading →

Take a journey with Amy Grindhouse, Kara Juku and PM into a glamorous and entertaining night of cocktails and drag performances.Doors: 8 PMShow: 8:30 PMWe’re baaaaaaack! Take a journey with Amy Grindhouse, Kara Juku and PM into a glamorous and… Continue Reading →

Learn about the tequila-making process and sample Don Julio Tequila.Join Rob Renda, Luxury Portfolio Ambassador as he takes you on a journey of Mexican flavours paired with Don Julio Tequila. We will take you through the tequila making process, from… Continue Reading →

Join partner and head bartender Ben Yabrow as he talks about NYC’s Sip & Guzzle.Join partner and head bartender Ben Yabrow as he talks about NYC’s Sip & Guzzle, an intimate Japanese-style speakeasy that serves bespoke, innovative libations for both… Continue Reading →

A cocktail pop-up Q&A.Join Tara Davies, formerly of Chupito, Winnie Sun of ELEM, Taylor Gardiner of Bar Corso and Tadia Rae of Pizza Coming Soon for this illuminating session. In the bar and restaurant industry—like many fields—women's voices have been… Continue Reading →

Enjoy Gray Whale Gin cocktails and snacks during this 3-stop cocktail crawl in Yaletown.It’s all about the urban vibe in this former warehouse district turned trendy residential and shopping ’hood. This tour begins at the lovely Japanese restaurant Minami, then… Continue Reading →

Taste Nikka Whisky paired with Italian small plates and cold cuts.Join us on a unique culinary journey with this curated evening of Japanese whisky paired with Italian cold cuts and Friulian specialties. Start with a welcome cocktail, then taste your… Continue Reading →

A four-course dinner inspired by the hanami tradition paired with cocktails made using Giffard Liqueurs from France.Hanami: Flower viewingMinami: Contemporary Japanese Restaurant, YaletownOne of the most beautiful springtime traditions in Japan is the viewing of cherry blossoms referred to as… Continue Reading →

Get acquainted with the Beverage Collection portfolio—an agave-forward lineup with some gems from Central and South America.The story begins with some of the best mezcal and tequila on the market, and ends on a sweet note with a collection of… Continue Reading →

Soren Schepkowski from Mount Pleasant Vintage & Provisions will teach you the art of crafting exceptional drinks in this essential seminar.He will cover the core principles of cocktail evaluation, the six base cocktails and how to modify and personalize recipes.… Continue Reading →

Explore the fascinating story of umeshu, its versatility in cocktails, and the art of pairing it with food.Meet umeshu, a Japanese liqueur made from ume, a fruit closely related to the apricot. While many store-bought umeshu varieties rely on artificial… Continue Reading →

Join us for a deep dive into the wonderful world of Sheringham Distillery and all of its west coast colours.Sheringham, self-described as "a small distillery with big dreams,” has certainly lived up to its goal. Having already won the world's… Continue Reading →

Enjoy Flor de Caña Rum cocktails and snacks during this 4-stop cocktail crawl on Commercial Drive.Vancouver’s Little Italy is vibrant, fun and bold, especially when it comes to flavour. Start your tour at the intimate Bar Corso, a little slice… Continue Reading →

Join The Acorn and Odd Society Spirits for this one-night-only cocktail-paired dinner.Join The Acorn restaurant and longtime friends and neighbours, Odd Society Spirits, for a one-night-only cocktail dinner celebrating Vancouver Cocktail Week! This exclusive collaboration showcases a multi-course dining experience… Continue Reading →

Featuring guest shift with Hisatsugu Saito highlighting Nikka Whisky cocktails.Acclaimed Sapporo Japan Bar Owl & Rooster, a 50 Best Bars Discovery, returns to Vancouver for a special guest shift at Bao Bei. Following the Vancouver Cocktail Week 2024 appearance, Hisatsugu… Continue Reading →

A Rogerio Igarishi Vaz guest shift at Meo featuring Nikka Whisky cocktails.Experience the creative mixology of Bar Trench, an acclaimed Asia’s 50 Best Bars from Tokyo, in a bar takeover at MEO. Renowned bartender Rogerio Igarashi Vaz collaborates with the… Continue Reading →

Step Into the Glamour of the Roaring ’20s!Welcome to Cocktails and Cabaret at the Ventura Room—a seductive night of burlesque, soulful singing, and a live band. Sip on handcrafted prohibition-style cocktails as you're dazzled by captivating performances and vintage elegance.The… Continue Reading →

A four-course cocktail-paired Italian dinner.Celebrate the ancient Italian tradition of chasing away winter and welcoming spring with the Festa della Primavera (flower festival) and its breathtaking floral displays.Guests will experience the beauty of fiori colori and feel as if they’re… Continue Reading →

An industry-only seminar that explores hospitality in Canada and how to create your own award-worthy drinks.This industry-only seminar, presented by the Canadian World Class winning team, looks at Canadian hospitality—a journey from coast to coast creating globally recognized bartenders. You… Continue Reading →

It’s time to sip, savour, and celebrate Spirited Women – a whisky-tasting night like no other!Whether you’re a whisky aficionado or just curious about the “water of life,” this evening at Vancouver’s Miami-inspired cocktail bar is all about bold flavours,… Continue Reading →

Explore the world of amaro!We will begin with a welcome cocktail showcasing amaro’s versatility in cocktails, followed by a masterclass that will dive deep into the history, production, tasting notes of various amaros and its role in cocktail culture. A… Continue Reading →

Taste The Dalmore's finest whiskies alongside expertly-crafted dishes and creative cocktails.This exquisite experience will guide you through a carefully curated selection of The Dalmore's finest whiskies, paired with expertly crafted dishes by Vish Mayekar designed to elevate and complement the… Continue Reading →

A live drag show combining the fierceness of Vancouver drag with playing an epic game of D&D.Join the Fabulous Foursome and the enigmatic GM Tim in a world of swords, spells, and lipsyncs for yet another Fierce Adventure.• Your ticket… Continue Reading →

The Canadian whisky experience with J.P. Wiser’s & Lot 40.Join us for all things Canadiana with J.P. Wiser’s Canadian Whisky and Lot 40. What’s more Canadian than hockey, poutine and Canadian whisky? We’ll have it all, with cocktails from J.P.… Continue Reading →

Join us for this guided tasting seminar through the history of bitters and the plants associated with them.Guests will receive a greeting cocktail and snack during a meet and greet, and 3 cheeky (1.5oz) sized cocktails and bitter samples during… Continue Reading →

Join us for an evening of all things agave with one of the world's best tequilas for making Margaritas.We’ll be shaking things up with feature cocktails from Altos Tequila and Del Maguey Mezcal, as well as tequila and mezcal flight… Continue Reading →

Vancouver Cocktail Week's signature eventSaturday, March 8, 2025The closing night gala is the biggest, most glamourous event of Vancouver Cocktail Week, and it’s one you don’t want to miss. Don your most stylish black-and-white cocktail fashion and step into the… Continue Reading →

Cocktail & Paint: Sip, Paint, and Meet Sully!Join us for a unique evening of creativity and cocktails! Start by meeting the team at Esquimalt Vermouth and explore their crafted spirits. Then, sit down for a special Painting & Sip class,… Continue Reading →

Learn how alcohol affects your body and how to recover if you over-indulgeAlcohol is fun until it isn’t, and that’s usually the morning after. Learn how alcohol affects your body, how to guard yourself against its damaging effects and how… Continue Reading →