Calgary International Beerfest
May 1st & 2nd, 2026
BMO Centre, Stampede Park | Calgary, AB, Canada
The Calgary International Beerfest is not only Canada’s largest beer festival, but it has grown to be one of the top 5 biggest and best beer festivals in the world.
The CIBF brings together over 200 craft breweries and distilleries to showcase over 700 types of beers, spirits, ciders, and meads. Hear great stories in the Brew Master Seminars, learn to cook and pair beer with food in the Cooking with Beer Seminars, and explore the emerging craft distillery industry in the distillery district. Sample from 25+ amazing restaurants and eateries, enjoy the music & DJ stages, sports screens, and other entertainment scattered throughout the festival. Most importantly, have an amazing time!
For more information on this event, go to https://albertabeerfestivals.com/festivals/calgary-international-beerfest/
Peterborough 2026 I❤️Beer Festival
May 2nd, 2026
Healthy Planet Arena | Barrie, ON, Canada
The 3rd annual Peterborough I❤︎BEER Festival hits the Healthy Planet Arena on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. Come sip your way through the best Ontario beers, ciders, and spirits and dance like nobody’s watching. Local pride, local hops, and a day (or night) you won’t forget!
With Tables galore— 30+ of them—surrounded by the buzz of festival energy. Whether you’re sipping, snacking, or just spectating, it’s the perfect place to relax, mingle, and eavesdrop on some very serious beer debates.
The event is all about Local pride, local hops, and a day (or night) you won’t forget!
For more information on this event, go to https://www.iheartbeer.ca/guelph
Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival
May 27th – June 1st, 2026
Various Locations | Kentville, NS, Canada
Apple blossom time signals the end of another winter and offers the promise of a new growing season. The valley is bursting with blooms, and Kentville can’t wait to welcome you! This major annual festival centres around community events including 2 parades, concerts, fireworks, BBQs, orchard tours, food truck parties, and way more!
Join in the celebration and be a part of the Apple Blossom Festival family!
For more information on this event, go to https://www.appleblossom.com/
The Port City Beer Run
May 31st, 2026
Moosehead Brewery | Saint John, NB, Canada
The Port City Beer Run is back, and it’s the hoppiest, bubbliest, and fest-iest yet!
The 5k run begins at 11am at the Moosehead Brewery with a quick stretch, then a fun and easy run (or walk) down Harbour Passage to the Marco Polo Cruise Terminal. You’ll be welcomed at the finish line with cheers and beers from dozens of NB beer, cider, wine, and spirit producers. Festivities continue until 3pm.
Tickets for non-runners available!
For more information on this event, go to https://www.ingoodcoevents.ca/