The event

300
Craft beer, ciders, and fizzy drinks
4
Sessions
3
Epic Days

THE FESTIVAL IS BACK, 100% OUTDOORS & INCLUDES FIZZFEST

August 8, 9 & 10, 2024

Back for 2023

FIZZFEST is your chance to taste a range of pre-mixed cocktails, sodas and seltzers.

 

Music

Some of Halifax’s hottest Djs are bringing their talents to the Halifax Seaport Cider & Beerfest.

THURSDAY EVENING, FRIDAY EVENING, SATURDAY AFTERNOON, SATURDAY EVENING

Karate

Opening Night Thursday & Saturday Afternoon

Joining the festival this year will be Canadian DJ/ Producer Jason O'Grady
better known as Karate Kactus. His sound is said to be the perfect blend of good vibes and electro energy.

DJ Randora

Friday & Saturday Night

DJ Randora, one of Halifax’s most popular, will be keeping the weekend hopping!

Food

A festival of this proportion would not be complete without some spectacular munchies. Halifax is not just known for its great beer, it's also known for its vibrant culinary scene. This year we are excited to bring locally-inspired food from a mix of restaurants to serve up some of the finest food the region has to offer. .

Asado

Asado Wood Fired Grill

Asado is pleased to attend this years Halifax Seaport Beerfest! Serving up their famous BBQ Chicken & Kansas City-Style Pork Side Ribs. Accompanied with Alberta Beef Brisket Sandwiches, Oktoberfest Sausages and a host of house made sauces and sides. See you there!

Smokinstein Food Truck

Smokinstein Food Truck is one of Halifax's newest food trucks, locally sourced menu with a smoked food theme. Available for events, weddings and more!

Dominic's Cucina

Wood fired pizza truck ! Serving authentic Italian food to the streets of the HRM!

Location

This year’s festival will be held outside in the open air parking lot at the entrance to the Halifax Seaport, 1209 Marginal Rd, Halifax NS B3H 4P7.

Charitable partner

The Halifax Seaport Beer festival is committed to giving back. Each year, Seaport Cider & Beerfest donates a portion of the net proceeds to various local, regional & national charities.

Adsum for Women and Children Adsum for Women and Children

FAQ

Festival entry, souvenir mug, music and a great time! *Excludes any food or merchandise available for purchase inside the festival.

VIP Ticket includes Souvenir Glass and access to the festival floor a full hour early. Attendees can interact with brewers and special guests and enjoy access to limited and specialty products in addition to all regular offerings.

About 2 weeks before the fest…..it takes a long time to “pull” together

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Book your corporate rate for Halifax Seaport Beerfest August 10 - 12, 2023

Info to follow.

This year you can book with the Westin Nova Scotian and then book your festival ticket online separately.

Sorry, this is a 19+ event and we’re not set up for pets.

Food is NOT included with the ticket; however, there will be great beer-friendly food for sale from food trucks and local restaurants on site.

Even with the best planning, breweries and distilleries can occasionally run out of very limited or popular product. As well, some smaller producers are unable to attend all four sessions and these are noted on the drink list where possible. Luckily, with more than 300 unique brands to choose from you’ll never go thirsty!

Absolutely! We couldn’t make the festival happen without the support of our volunteers. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please see the Volunteer page for details.

Unfortunately, no. The festival has a strict no re-entry policy, so please plan accordingly.

A designated smoking and vaping area is located in the venue.

All Festival guests are expected to drink responsibly and ensure they have a safe way home. Any guest who is intoxicated before entering the event may be denied entry. Any guest found intoxicated within the event will be refused further service and asked by management to leave the venue without refund and may be subject to further consequences.

This is a 19+ event. All attendees must carry a valid ID as they may be asked to produce it for verification. A valid ID is a driver’s license, government-issued photo ID or passport.

All bags will be subject to inspection to ensure the safety of our customers.