Ale Trails in Vancouver Island

Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria, BC

Greater Victoria is home to Canada’s first brewpub and some of British Columbia’s most popular breweries. Venture beyond — visit nearby Sooke or hop a ferry to explore the Southern Gulf Islands. Unique experiences are waiting in Greater Victoria!

Central Vancouver Island Ale Trail

Community craft breweries abound from Cowichan’s warm climate and agricultural heritage to Nanaimo’s urban, maritime vibe and the tranquil beaches of Parksville Qualicum Beach

Northern Vancouver Island Ale Trail

Vancouver Island is a big place, home to diverse landscapes and an assortment of excellent craft breweries in the communities of the Comox Valley, Campbell River and Port McNeil.

Pacific Rim Ale Trail

The Pacific Rim region, encompassing Port Alberni, Ucluelet and Tofino, is known for its ancient rainforest, abundant marine life, and ferocious winter squalls; it’s here that the storm-watching trend originated.

BC Farm-Based Ale Trail

Anchored by BC’s farm-based breweries, the BC Farm-Based Ale Trail is built around the breweries that have always had one foot in the soil — inviting farm-based cideries, BC Farmers Markets, agritourism experiences, and farm-based accommodations to join them in showcasing the best of each region including Parksville/Qualicum Beach, Cowichan, Saanich, Delta, Langley, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge, Penticton, Pemberton, Squamish, Gibsons and Sechelt.

Craft Beer In Vancouver Island

Events in Vancouver Island

Dark & Candy Beer Fest @ Small Gods
Oct
23

Dark & Candy Beer Fest @ Small Gods

Free
Twilight Movie & Party Night
Oct
25

Twilight Movie & Party Night

Free
Halloween Movie Night at Ace Brewing
Oct
26

Halloween Movie Night at Ace Brewing

Free
Small Gods Run Club
Oct
27
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Small Gods Run Club

Free
Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead
Oct
31

Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead

Cost: $10
8 Years Sauvage
Nov
7

8 Years Sauvage

Free
Orchard Market - Junction Orchard & Cidery
Nov
8

Orchard Market – Junction Orchard & Cidery

$0
Remembrance Day 11K @ Small Gods
Nov
8

Remembrance Day 11K @ Small Gods

Free
Cider and the City at Sea Cider
Nov
8

Cider and the City at Sea Cider

Cost: $40
Harbour Comedy presents: Graham Clark
Nov
14

Harbour Comedy presents: Graham Clark

$25
Benji's November Pub Quiz
Nov
25

Benji’s November Pub Quiz

Cost: $12.00
Orchard Market - Junction Orchard & Cidery
Dec
6

Orchard Market – Junction Orchard & Cidery

$0
Oops! I Forgot... Orchard Market
Dec
20

Oops! I Forgot… Orchard Market

$0

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