Because Beer Craft Beer Festival announces the return of Because Brrr in two nights of sessions for 2026, when we'll gather to celebrate great local craft beer and cider! Sample craft beverage vendors, enjoy delicious food, a free retro arcade, and live music acts in a sessions format. This event will take place exclusively indoors.
Craft beer, cider, and cocktail vendors on hand will include Ace Hill (Toronto, ON), Aquanova Brewing Co. (Hamilton, ON), Black Fly Beverages (Toronto, ON), Clifford Brewing Co. (Hamilton, ON), Collective Arts Brewing (Hamilton ON), Nickel Brook Brewing Co. (Burlington, ON), Sassy Britches Brewing Co. (Brantford, ON), Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. (Dundas, ON), West Avenue Cider House (Freelton, ON), and Willibald Farm Distillery & Brewery (Ayr, ON).
Food options will be available to purchase.
Live entertainment will vary by session.
Friday features Born In The Eighties — now SOLD OUT!
Saturday features UK Calling — now SOLD OUT!
Because Brrr tickets include a complimentary sampling cup and two (2) sampling tokens.
Four-ounce sampling tokens will also be available for purchase onsite.
ATM and Coat Check available onsite.
NOTE: Venue bar will not be serving alcohol during this event.
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All buyers/attendees must be 19+ years of age at time of event. No babies/children permitted.
Government-issued photo ID is required to enter.
No animals permitted other than working service animals.
All sales are final; no ticket refunds unless event is cancelled.