Sample the city’s best cocktail and food offerings with these Vancouver Cocktail Week ticketed events
These ticketed events range from master classes to cocktail-paired dinners to drag shows, and represent the wide world of cocktail culture in Vancouver and beyond. Many feature global brand ambassadors and the city’s top bar stars—and all of them offer exciting tastes for those thirsty for new experiences.
Check back often as more events will be added in the coming weeks.
Sunday, March 2
Signature Sunday Cocktail Brunch
ARC Restaurant at the Fairmont Waterfront
900 Canada Place
11:30 am to 2 pm
The traditional opening brunch is one of cocktail week’s best-loved signature events and is sure to sell out quickly, so don’t delay! The event opens with a cocktail and small bites standup reception, then slides into a seated four-course gourmet brunch.
Chef Adam Middleton will take delicious twists on classic brunch dishes, pairing them with creative cocktails crafted with premium spirits while brand ambassadors mingle with the crowd.
This is the best way to start the day—and kick off Vancouver Cocktail Week 2025!
This event is sponsored by:
Monday, March 3
Sip & Guzzle Pop-Up
Good Thief
3336 Main Street
6 seatings: 7 pm, 7:15 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:00 pm, 9:15 pm, 9:30 pm
Enjoy from a selection of 5 signature cocktails by head bartender and partner, Ben Yabrow from Sip & Guzzle in NYC. One cocktail of your choice along with a paired Good Thief appetizer is included. This experience is by reservation to ensure entry.
Jungle Juice
Jungle Room
961 Denman Street
8 pm: Doors
8:30 pm: Show
We’re baaaaaaack!
Take a journey with Amy Grindhouse, Kara Juku and PM into a glamorous and entertaining night of cocktails and drag performances. These performances are hot, tasty, spiced to perfection and ready to serve you a night you won’t forget. Come for the drinks, stay for the drag! And don’t forget: In the jungle, your tips make it rain, so be sure to bring cash to show love to our performers.
Want to sit with friends? Once you’ve all bought tickets, email us at gm@jungleroom.ca with the names of your party & we’ll reserve you a table, first come first serve!
Tuesday, March 4
A Seat At Her Bar: Cocktail Pop-Up Q&A
The Flamingo Room
1214 Commercial Drive
4-6 pm
Join Tara Davies, formerly of Chupito, Winnie Sun of ELEM, Taylor Gardiner of Bar Corso and Tadia Rae of Pizza Coming Soon for this illuminating session. In the bar and restaurant industry—like many fields—women’s voices have been muted or overlooked for far too long. It’s high time we shine a spotlight on their stories, challenges and triumphs, showcasing how they elevate not only their own narratives, but also those of the women around them. Let’s toast their artistry and strength, as we savour the vibrant creations that reflect their journeys. Here’s to the bold women shaking things up and crafting a brighter future, one drink at a time! Ticket price includes snacks and a feature cocktail.
Smoke, Malt & Salt: Japanese Whisky Tasting Night
Carlino
1115 Alberni Street
6-7:30 pm
Join us on a unique culinary journey with this curated evening of Japanese whisky paired with Italian cold cuts and Friulian specialties. Start with a welcome cocktail, then taste your way through five expressions of Nikka Japanese whisky, including the rich and peaty Yoichi 10 Year Old, alongside the savoury flavours of prosciutto, carpaccio and more.
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Library Bar Pop-Up
Prophecy
801 West Georgia Street
7-10 pm
Join us for a taste of Toronto’s legendary Library Bar with 2021 World Class Global Bartender of the Year James Grant. Enjoy a selection of four cocktails from the Diageo portfolio.
Hanami at Minami
Minami
1118 Mainland Street
7:30 pm
Hanami: Flower viewing
Minami: Contemporary Japanese Restaurant, Yaletown
One of the most beautiful springtime traditions in Japan is the viewing of cherry blossoms referred to as “hanami.” Family and friends come together to enjoy the trees abloom in pretty pink flowers while sharing food and drinks. As Cocktail Week coincides with the emergence of the year’s first cherry blossoms, Minami will offer a four-course dinner inspired by the hanami tradition, paired with cocktails made using Giffard Liqueurs from France. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic options are available.
Wednesday, March 5
The Vero Bartender: 2165—Shaping the Future
D/6 Bar & Lounge
39 Smithe Street
1 pm
For the 140th anniversary of Amaro Montenegro, The Vero Bartender is back on a new journey with destination 2165: a future where we can explore the endless possibilities of mixology and let the imagination shape the flavours of the new century.
The Vero Bartender is a global mixology competition organized by Amaro Montenegro, an herbal liqueur with a secret blend of 40 ingredients developed in 1885 by Italian explorer Stanislao Cobianchi.
Join us for the Canadian final at D6 Lounge on Wed March 5th. We have a limited number of complimentary tickets available. All guests will receive a welcome cocktail on arrival, enjoy small bites and experience the exciting atmosphere of a live cocktail competition. Additional drinks and bites will be available for purchase.
A Locavore Cocktail Adventure
The Acorn
3995 Main Street
4 seatings: 5:30 pm, 6 pm, 8 pm, 8:30 pm
Join The Acorn restaurant and longtime friends and neighbours, Odd Society Spirits, for a one-night-only cocktail dinner celebrating Vancouver Cocktail Week! This exclusive collaboration showcases a multi-course dining experience paired with innovative cocktails crafted by The Acorn’s head bartender Lewis Reid and Odd Society’s own Mia Glanz. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of locavore cuisine and local spirits in perfect harmony. Must be 19+ to participate.
NOTE: In addition to our listed ticket structure, we can accommodate limited groups of 3 and 5 (based on availability). Please contact us directly for adjusted pricing.
Owl&Rooster Bar Takeover at Bao Bei
Bao Bei
163 Keefer Street
2 seatings: 6 pm, 8 pm
Acclaimed Sapporo Japan Bar Owl & Rooster, a 50 Best Bars Discovery, returns to Vancouver for a special guest shift at Bao Bei. Following the Vancouver Cocktail Week 2024 appearance, Hisatsugu Saito is back to showcase his exceptional cocktail mastery. Experience innovative creations highlighting Nikka Whisky. Your ticket includes a seat at the bar, one cocktail of your choice, dumplings, and exclusive Nikka merchandise. A special menu of five additional signature Nikka cocktails will be available for ordering.
A Cocktail Coup with Bar Trench
Meo
265 East Pender Street
2 seatings: 6 pm, 8 pm
Experience the creative mixology of Bar Trench, an acclaimed Asia’s 50 Best Bars from Tokyo, in a bar takeover at MEO. Renowned bartender Rogerio Igarashi Vaz collaborates with the MEO bartending team to present a unique cocktail experience. Discover new and classic Bar Trench libations, all expertly crafted with Nikka Whisky. Your ticket includes a seat at the bar, one cocktail of your choice, a Katsu Sando, and exclusive Nikka merchandise. Five additional signature Nikka cocktails will be available for ordering.
Cocktails and Cabaret: The Prohibition Edition
Ventura Room
695 Cambie Street
Doors: 6:30 pm; Show: 7:30 pm
Step Into the Glamour of the Roaring ’20s! Welcome to Cocktails and Cabaret at the Ventura Room—a seductive night of burlesque, soulful singing, and a live band. Sip on handcrafted prohibition-style cocktails as you’re dazzled by captivating performances and vintage elegance. The hidden door is open—will you join the revelry? Hosted by Vancouver Burlesque Co.
*Tickets are for entry only.
Festa della Primavera: A Cocktail-Paired Dinner
Carlino
1115 Alberni Street
7:00 pm
Celebrate the ancient Italian tradition of chasing away winter and welcoming spring with the Festa della Primavera (flower festival) and its breathtaking floral displays. Guests will experience the beauty of fiori colori and feel as if they’re dining in an Italian garden in this immersive cultural experience. Enjoy a four-course dinner that blends traditional Italian ingredients with innovative cocktail pairings, celebrating the culinary richness of Italy.
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Thursday, March 6
Spirited Women Whisky Tasting
The Flamingo Room
1214 Commercial Drive
4-6 pm
It’s time to sip, savour, and celebrate Spirited Women – a whisky-tasting night like no other!
Whether you’re a whisky aficionado or just curious about the “water of life,” this evening at Vancouver’s Miami-inspired cocktail bar is all about bold flavours, inspiring stories and memorable connections. The fabulous whisky curator Stacy Kyle will lead you on n exploration of handpicked whiskies paired with stories of trailblazing women who’ve left their mark on the whisky world. Think of it as a tasting tour, with a side of empowerment and laughter!
The Dalmore Tasting and Pairing
ELEM
2110 Main Street
5-8 pm
This exquisite experience will guide you through a carefully curated selection of The Dalmore’s finest whiskies, paired with expertly crafted dishes by Vish Mayekar designed to elevate and complement the complex flavors of these exceptional drams. ELEM Beverage Director Winnie Sun will also prepare Dalmore Old Fashioned, Penicillin, and Café Royal cocktails with a creative twist.
A Tequila Komos & Paired Chocolate Tasting Experience
Brix & Mortar
1137 Hamilton Street
5:30-8 pm
Tequila Komos is redefining the category of ultra-luxury tequilas. Join us for a special evening where you’ll have the opportunity to taste Tequila Komos and experience these exceptional tequilas in multiple ways. Hailing from the same birthplace, chocolate and tequila are historically joined and pair beautifully. At this event, you’ll enjoy these pairings in a guided tasting, followed by a cocktail reception.
Fierce Adventures
Guilt & Co.
1 Alexander Street
7-9 pm
A live drag show combining the fierceness of Vancouver drag with playing an epic game of D&D. Join the Fabulous Foursome and the enigmatic GM Tim in a world of swords, spells, and lipsyncs for yet another Fierce Adventure.
Your ticket guarantees you entry and a seat but does not guarantee a whole table to your group. Because Guilt & Co is set up for lounge seating, you/your group may be seated with other parties based on seating availability.
Your ticket is only valid for the Fierce Adventures show, if you would like to stay for the late show (a different artist, starting at 9pm) the charge is $7 per person per set.
Highwayman Pop-Up
Prophecy
801 West Georgia Street
7-10 pm
Join us for a taste of Halifax’s popular Highwayman Restaurant & Bar with 2024 World Class Global Bartender of the Year Keegan McGregor. Enjoy a selection of four cocktails from the Diageo portfolio.
Friday, March 7
Strange Brew: The Canadian whisky experience with J.P. Wiser’s & Lot 40
The Stock Room
1144 Homer Street
6 pm
Join us for all things Canadiana with J.P. Wiser’s Canadian Whisky and Lot 40. What’s more Canadian than hockey, poutine and Canadian whisky? We’ll have it all, with cocktails from J.P. Wiser’s 10-Year-Old Canadian Whisky and Lot 40, your favourite Canadian bites and, of course, hockey. Ticket includes one complimentary feature cocktail.
Saturday, March 8
Cherry Blossom Tipsy Tea
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar
900 West Georgia Street
2 seatings: 12 pm and 3 pm
Indulge in a “tipsy” update on Notch8’s whimsical Cherry Blossom afternoon tea, featuring an exquisite selection of Lot35 teas, complemented by handcrafted pastries and savory bites, all inspired by the beauty of spring. Be immersed in beautiful decor, where delicate pink hues and hundreds of blossoms set the scene. Tickets include one complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a trio of ‘Teatails’ (tea cocktails made with Fairmont’s Lot35 teas). Those looking to give the experience a little extra kick can purchase additional cocktails created by the Notch8 bar and beverage team.
Casa Agave with Altos Tequila
The Stock Room
1144 Homer Street
6 pm
Join us for an evening of all things agave with one of the world’s best tequilas for making Margaritas. We’ll be shaking things up with feature cocktails from Altos Tequila and Del Maguey Mezcal, as well as tequila and mezcal flight tastings, feature bites and entertainment. Ticket includes one complimentary feature cocktail.
Black & White Gala
Rosewood Hotel Georgia
801 West Georgia Street
7 pm: VIP
8 to 11 pm: Partygoers
The closing night gala is the biggest, most glamourous event of Vancouver Cocktail Week, and it’s one you don’t want to miss! Don your most stylish black-and-white cocktail fashion and step into the beautiful Spanish Ballroom where top bartenders from near and far craft unique cocktails just for you. It begins with a VIP hour with passed canapés and cocktails, and then the doors open onto the party of the year, with cocktail-inspired food to graze on, a DJ and live music to dance to, and sips from more than two dozen premium spirits brands to savour. Note that this event also supports Mind The Bar.
And, because we want you to stay safe and keep the party going, the Rosewood Hotel Georgia will be offering special room rates for the evening.
This event is sponsored by:
Sunday, March 9
Cherry Blossom Tipsy Tea
Notch8 Restaurant & Bar
900 West Georgia Street
2 seatings: 12 pm and 3 pm
Indulge in a “tipsy” update on Notch8’s whimsical Cherry Blossom afternoon tea, featuring an exquisite selection of Lot35 teas, complemented by handcrafted pastries and savory bites, all inspired by the beauty of spring. Be immersed in beautiful decor, where delicate pink hues and hundreds of blossoms set the scene. Tickets include one complimentary glass of sparkling wine and a trio of ‘Teatails’ (tea cocktails made with Fairmont’s Lot35 teas). Those looking to give the experience a little extra kick can purchase additional cocktails created by the Notch8 bar and beverage team.
Painting a Legend: The Esquimalt Vermouth paint and sip class
Ventura Room
695 Cambie Street
2 to 5 pm
Join us for a unique evening of creativity and cocktails. Start by meeting the team at Esquimalt Vermouth and explore their crafted spirits. Then, sit down for a special Painting & Sip class, where you’ll create your very own masterpiece of Sully! Enjoy a guided painting session with a glass of delicious vermouth or cocktail in hand, and leave with a beautiful painting of your favorite character. It’s the perfect blend of art, fun, and great drinks. Come for the cocktails, stay for the creativity!
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