Toronto Cocktail Festival Events

Sample the city’s best cocktail and food offerings with these Toronto Cocktail Festival ticketed events

These ticketed events range from master classes to cocktail-paired dinners to parties, and represent the wide world of cocktail culture in Toronto 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.

Thursday, October 23

NOLA Nights: Jazz & Cocktails at Compton Ave.

Compton Ave.
1282 Dundas Street West, Toronto
6pm

Step into the spirit of New Orleans for one unforgettable evening at Compton Ave. as part of Toronto Cocktail Festival.

Our weekly Thursday jazz night gets a Louisiana twist – with live music, soulful vibes, and cocktails inspired by the French Quarter. Your ticket includes:

Two signature Louisiana-style cocktails crafted for the occasion
A Louisiana-inspired small bite
Live jazz performance in an intimate, vibrant setting

Sip, sway, and soak up the atmosphere as Compton Ave. channels the energy of Bourbon Street right here in Toronto.

Japanese Umeshu Tasting Dinner

No Vacancy
74 Ossington Avenue, Toronto
4 Seatings: 7pm, 8pm, 9pm, 10pm

This multi-course experience spotlights the versatility of Choya Umeshu, from bright highballs to bold, spirit-forward cocktails, each paired with inventive Japanese bites. Expect flavour combinations that range from delicate and refreshing to rich, playful, and unexpected—showcasing why umeshu is more than a liqueur, it’s a canvas for creativity. A night of balance, surprise, and exploration, designed for those who love discovery in every sip and bite.

Saturday, October 25

Milagro Tequila – A Brighter Pop-Up

Suite 115
532 College Street, Toronto
5:30pm-close

FREE ADMISSION. Limited capacity, arrive early.

Step into the spirit of modern Mexico with Milagro at Suite 115—a free pop-up party celebrating the re-launch of Milagro in Ontario. The night brings a vibrant, high-energy vibe with specially priced cocktails that spotlight Milagro’s 100% blue agave tequila. Think ultra-smooth Margaritas, good music, and plenty of photo-worthy moments. Admission is free, capacity is limited—so gather your friends, arrive early, and raise a glass to the brighter side of tequila, Milagro-style.

Sunday, October 26

TCF Industry & Friends Closing Party

Gift Shop
89 Ossington Avenue, Toronto
8:30pm-close

FREE ADMISSION. Limited capacity, arrive early.

Close out Toronto Cocktail Festival in style at Gift Shop. The Closing Party brings together festival friends for one last unforgettable night, featuring signature cocktails crafted with Giffard, Spring Mill Distillery, and Siete Misterios Mezcal. Expect a lively room filled with industry faces, creative drinks, and late-night energy. Raise a glass with us as we toast to the end of an incredible festival—one more round, one more memory.