Langford Beer Festival
July 15th 2023
3pm – 8pm
Starlight Stadium, Langford BC
Returning for its second year, Langford Beer Festival is storming the field this year with some exciting new upgrades.
We are expanding our capacity (adding an extra 80,000 sqft for you to enjoy) by moving onto the field at Starlight Stadium. This means more vendors, more entrances to alleviate excessive wait times and lots of space for you to hangout as you sip on some of the best beer BC has to offer.
The festival will bring forth a curated lineup of 80+ craft beers and ciders from across BC, live music from local Westshore talent, lots of food trucks and treats plus fun new activities and games.
See you on the field!
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
As a carbon-positive, all-suite hotel, accommodations at The Parkside feature fully equipped kitchens and kitchenettes, washers and dryers, private balconies, gas fireplaces, separate sleeping areas and plenty of space to relax and unwind. Amenities include various meeting and event spaces, a wellness centre (featuring an onsite spa, 25-metre indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness centre), a private movie theatre, a rooftop patio with fire pits, along with Tre Fantastico Bistro. Uniquely Parkside—and fondly referred to as the heart of the hotel—the atrium is home to hundreds of plant species and koi.
email: reservations@parksidevictoria.com
direct: 250-940-1200.
Swans Hotel
The Swans building was originally built in 1913 and renovated from a warehouse into loft apartments in 1987, later the apartments were converted into the Swans Hotel suites. Guests enjoy views of the iconic Victoria BC harbour, character buildings, and Johnson Street Bridge. Each suite is still equipped with a full kitchen, features original art from the founder’s personal collection, and showcases the original brick and wood beams that give the building so much character.
Use Code: VBSattendees1023 when booking and show your tickets at check in!
email: info@swanshotel.com
direct: 250-361-3310 ext. 4
Participating Breweries
Food Vendors
Pulse Radio
With powerful harmonic vocals and high energy setlists, Pulse Radio is one of the most versatile dance bands in Victoria! A 4 piece Top 40 party band performing hits from the 80’s to today.
Games & Inflatables!
Challenge your friends to a 100 foot long Obstacle Course. Check out the life-sized Hungry-Hungry-Hippos game and shot your shot at Basketball Bounce. Stay more low key with our lawn games like giant chess, giant jenga, corn hole and ping pong!
Our Partners
FAQ
How is Langford Beer Festival different from last year?
Welcome to Langford Beer Festival 2.0! After our inaugural year in 2022, we heard your feedback and have made some very exciting changes. First and foremost, Langford Beer Festival is moving onto the field at Starlight Stadium for a ton more room for our guests to wander and enjoy. This expansion allows us to bring in some fun entertainment while ensuring there is a lots of space on the field to walk around and minimize lines. Second, we are using two gates this year for entry, the same gates used for PFC Games, for extra fast entry to the festival. Gate A is beside Boulder House and Gate B is on the Langford Lanes side. A site map will be posted soon for a good visual representation.
What are the ticket options?
We have two ticket options this year: Premium and General Admission.
Premium tickets gets you fast entrance to the festival at special Gate C (site map coming soon), located off of Glen Lake Road. Premium tickets include 16 drink tokens, your beer program and tasting cup plus access to both of Cascadia’s Premium Lounge & Deck. Find the Cascadia Premium Deck beside the stage for a great view of live music. Cascadia’s Premium Party Lounge is located on the north side of the field.
General Admission tickets includes entry to the festival with 10 drink tokens, plus your beer program and tasting cup.
What do tokens get me?
One token is redeemable for one 4oz sample of delicious craft beer. Tokens can be purchased on site for $2 each including tax. Cash, credit or debit is accepted. Red tokens from the previous yeas or other VBS events are redeemable.
What should I bring to the festival?
This event is 19+ so please bring two pieces of government issued ID. Please have your ticket pulled up on your phone and ready to be scanned at the entry. Please dress for the weather as this festival is outdoors and will be happening rain or shine. We recommend you bring in a water bottle to fill up inside. No other outside food or drink will be allowed in.
Are dogs allowed?
Unfortunately no dogs are allowed at the festival. Exceptions can be made for service animals.
Is there parking available?
There is no dedicated parking for the festival, but there is some parking available both at the stadium and across from Langford Parkway. Capital Bikes is onsite provided a free bike valet, we recommend you take the Goose with your friends and plan for a safe way home.
What types of beer does this festival include?
Langford Beer Festival brings forth a line-up of close to 80 beers. This also includes a variety of ciders and non-alcoholic beers. Other non-alcoholic drinks like kombucha, soda and juice may be available for purchase from participating food vendors. Our full beer list will be posted on this webpage in July.
How can I get a discount on my Langford Beer Festival ticket?
We have two options for how you can get discounts to our events:
1. Become a Victoria Beer Society Member, sign up online and receive discounts to all of our events throughout the year. VBS Members receive $5 off tickets to Langford Beer Festival.
2. Download our new app Victoria Beer Quest to complete free challenges and earn points. Points can be redeemed for coupons to anything in the Victoria Beer Society shop, including tickets to events and merchandise. Quests include challenges like checking into local breweries when you go out for a pint with friends, visiting your local Cascadia Liquor Store, or swinging by the Langford Station for our summer series: Fridays at the Station.