Events

An elevated 5-course, cocktail-paired opening toast to Vancouver Cocktail Week.Kick off Vancouver Cocktail Week at one of the festival’s most beloved signature events. Join us at Boulevard Restaurant + Oyster Bar for a decadent and imaginative journey into the art of brunch.This five-course experience is where West Coast culinary excellence meets world-class mixology. Executive Chef […]

Spend a sophisticated Sunday afternoon at D/6 mastering the essential pillars of mixology.Your journey begins with a welcome cocktail designed to awaken the palate before diving into an interactive afternoon of hands-on discovery.This masterclass pulls back the curtain on the three fundamental methods of cocktail creation: built, shaken and stirred. Led by general manager Miles […]

Enjoy Nikka cocktails and snacks during this guided 4-stop cocktail crawl in Gastown.Walk the cobblestone streets of Gastown on this guided cocktail adventure featuring Nikka spirits. This weekend journey stops at four of the neighbourhood's most distinct bars—Pidgin, L'Abattoir, Clough Club, and Arcana—where you'll enjoy a unique, crafted cocktail starring the complexity of Nikka spirits […]

Join us for a trade-focused deep dive into one of cocktail culture’s most enduring icons, the Martini.Originally from London, England and now based in Toronto, H brings a career that bridges two of Canada’s most influential cocktail cities. His Vancouver résumé includes Jules Bistro, The Diamond, and Revel Room, and he was named Vancouver Magazine […]

Enjoy Empress 1908 Gin cocktails and snacks during this guided 3-stop cocktail crawl on Main Street.Explore the artistic and eclectic spirit of Main Street on this intimate, guided tasting experience, showcasing the distinctive style of Empress 1908 Gin. This evening crawl visits three celebrated neighbourhood haunts—Good Thief, The Watson and Key Party. At each stop, […]

VCW & The Flamingo Room turn up the volume with Cyrus Jordan. A high-energy night of live music, packed-house vibes, and Flor de Caña rum.For one night only, Vancouver Cocktail Week and The Flamingo Room are turning up the volume.The Flamingo Room is celebrating the city’s vibrant performing arts community by transforming their intimate lounge […]

Join Carlos "Berry" Mora for a Condesa Gin tasting, ARCA Tulum bar techniques, and a trade-only rooftop reception.Experience the Vancouver debut of Condesa Gin, the spirit embraced by Mexico’s culinary royalty. Join us at Lavantine Rooftop for an exclusive masterclass led by Carlos "Berry" Mora—Mexico’s 2026 Mixologist of the Year, Condesa Brand Ambassador, and the […]

Explore the 6,000-year history of Fenjiu Baijiu at Good Thief. Enjoy an expert-led tasting, snacks, and cocktails with this iconic spirit.Discover the spirit that has shaped 6,000 years of history. While Baijiu is the world’s most-consumed spirit, its nuanced "Light Aroma" category is the industry’s best-kept secret—until now. Often compared to mezcal for its deep […]

Taste the Johnnie Walker spectrum with Diageo’s Rob Renda. Enjoy a welcome cocktail, 4 premium pours, and chocolate pairings at Ventura RoomJoin us at the Ventura Room for an interactive afternoon exploring the Johnnie Walker family, hosted by Diageo Brand Ambassador Rob Renda. This is a great chance to learn about the different expressions and […]

Five Yaletown masters battle at Brix & Mortar. Sip competition cocktails, enjoy canapés, and vote to crown Yaletown’s best bartender!Five bartenders. One title. You cast the vote.The stakes are high at Brix & Mortar as five of Yaletown’s cocktail masters go head-to-head in a live battle for neighborhood bragging rights. This high-energy evening of liquid […]