Epicurean Calgary

October 2019

October 18-19, 2019

Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival

Stampede Park's BMO Centre, Halls D & E

Times:
Friday, October 18: 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 19: 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 19: 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Ticket Prices:
Early Bird (before September 6):
Friday evening: $25
Saturday afternoon: $20
Saturday evening: $28

Regular Online (after September 7):
Friday evening: $30
Saturday afternoon: $22
Saturday evening: $33

Door:
Friday evening: $35
Saturday afternoon: $26
Saturday evening: $38

VIP:
Friday evening: $35-$40
Saturday afternoon: NA
Saturday evening: $38-$43
A VIP ticket grants you speedy access into the Grand Tasting Hall through an exclusive entrance, access to a private sampling coupon booth, a private coat check (fee applies), an Eau Claire Distillery Cocktail, and a tasty bite upon arrival.

Sampling Coupons:
Sampling coupons are $0.50 each and can be purchased at the Grand Tasting Hall. Samples range from 1 to 20 or more coupons, depending on the item. Prices per sample are set by exhibitors.

Explore an incredible array of dynamic wines, smooth spirits and downright delicious beers from around the globe, all under one roof. Cap it all off with tantalizing bites from some of Calgary’s best restaurants, and you’ve got a can’t-miss event. After all – with over 20 years under their belt, they're nearly aged to perfection.
On October 18th and 19th wine and food lovers are invited to indulge at the 22nd annual Calgary Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival. The Festival will feature a wide array of world-class wine, premium spirits, import and micro-brewed beer, and an assortment of local culinary creations in a fun, social, and relaxed atmosphere. This year, the Festival will once again feature a Saturday Afternoon Session, providing even more opportunity to sip and sample.

The Grand Tasting Hall
The Stampede Park BMO Centre will host Calgary's 2019 Grand Tasting Hall, with over 200 exhibitor booths featuring the latest adult beverage products and local menu items. Enjoy a distinguished collection of wines from around the globe, along with premium spirits, single malt and blended scotches, port, specialty liqueurs, and import and micro-brewed beer. Pair your beverages with a delicious selection of nibbles from local restaurants, hotel and food purveyors. Offering something for everyone, products will range from value based to ultra exclusive. The Grand Tasting Hall offers a unique opportunity to explore new products, interact with the experts and discover new finds. While at the Festival, stop by the on-site Sobeys Liquor store to purchase your favourite finds to enjoy at home.

The Great Big Taste Awards
The Great Big Taste Awards are their version of the People’s Choice Awards, but without the red carpet and way fewer speeches. Vote for your favourite sips and samples after the Festival and they’ll crown the winners in two food categories and 14 beverage categories. Share your top choices on social media using #RMWFF2018 and you’ll be entered to win some seriously delicious prizes.

Giving Back
Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is proud to support the following organizations in 2019, and offer attendees unique opportunities to give back to the community while enjoying this year's Festival; SAIT & NAIT, Mealshare, and the Calgary and Edmonton Food Banks.

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October 18-26, 2019

Alberta Beer Week

Various locations in Alberta

Click here for the event page. Events are constantly being added, with currently more than  listed throughout Alberta.

Get ready for the 5th annual Alberta Beer Week!
Events are being planned across the province to introduce you to the incredible variety of fresh, local beers that are being produced in breweries led by passionate entrepreneurs and craftspeople. From our smallest towns to our urban centres, there’s a brewery near you and an Alberta beer for everyone!
Alberta Beer Week is a celebration of fresh, local beer hosted by the Alberta Small Brewers Association. Special events will be taking place around the province celebrating local beer.
The Alberta Small Brewers Association is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to promoting craft Alberta beer. They celebrate local entrepreneurs, educate the public on the benefits of local beer, and work with the Alberta Government to create the best brewing environment.

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November 2019

November 8-9, 2019

Edmonton Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival

Edmonton Convention Centre, Halls A-C, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

Friday, November 8: 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 9: 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 9: 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Tickets:
Regular Online:
Friday: $30
Saturday afternoon: $22
Saturday evening: $33
General Admission Door:
Friday: $35
Saturday afternoon: $26
Saturday evening: $38
VIP:
Friday: $35
Saturday afternoon: NA
Saturday evening: $38
Enjoy perks with VIP tickets
- Enjoy pre-scanning and speedy access into the Grand Tasting Hall
- Access to a private coat check
- Welcome cocktail from Eau Claire Distillery and a tasty bite included
- Private coupon booth

Sampling coupons are $0.50 each, available for purchase onsite.

The Edmonton Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is bringing new and delicious products, meaning distinguished wines, premium spirits and downright delicious beers all under one roof. Cap it all off with gourmet food samples from some of Edmonton’s best restaurants and you’ve got a must-attend festival. After all – with 20 years under their belt, they've nearly aged to perfection.

The Grand Tasting Hall
The Edmonton Grand Tasting Hall will fill with exhibitors featuring the latest adult beverage products and local menu items. Guests will enjoy a distinguished collection of wines from around the globe, along with premium spirits, single malt and blended scotches, ports, specialty liqueurs, and import and micro-brewed beers. Guests can pair beverages with a delicious selection of nibbles from local restaurants, hotels and food purveyors. Samples range from value based to ultra-exclusive, offering something for everyone! The Grand Tasting Hall offers a unique opportunity to explore new products, interact with experts and discover new finds. While at the Festival, stop by the on-site Sobeys Liquor store to purchase your favourite finds to enjoy at home.
Also take part in The Great Big Taste Awards and more.

Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits
While at the Festival, don't forget to stop by the on-site Sobeys Liquor and Safeway Wine & Spirits store to pick up new, exciting products and old favourites to enjoy at home. Sign up today to receive great deals on the wines you love with eflyers from Sobeys Liquor or Safeway Wine & Spirits.

The Great Big Taste Awards
The Great Big Taste Awards are a version of the People’s Choice Awards, but without the red carpet and way fewer speeches. Vote for your favourite sips and samples after the Festival and crown the winners in two food categories and 14 beverage categories. Share your top choices on social media using #RMWFF2018 and you’ll be entered to win some seriously delicious prizes.

Giving Back
The Rocky Mountain Wine & Food Festival is proud to support various organizations, and offer attendees unique opportunities to give back to the community while they enjoy the Festival. Support the Edmonton Food Bank with a monetary or non-perishable food donation. Every donor will receive a ballot to win a special prize!

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