Beer lovers from Osoyoos and across the South Okanagan will soon assemble at the Penticton Trade & Convention Centre this weekend to raise a glass or two to celebrate the 20th Annual Okanagan Fest-of-Ale.
This well-loved beer festival will take place on Friday and Saturday and will feature over 40 breweries and cideries from across the province and the Pacific Northwest.
Martin Lewis, director with the Okanagan Fest-of-Ale said the festival continues to grow and attract people from across the province and other parts of Canada.
“There are a lot of beer festivals out there now, so having brand new craft breweries choose to participate in Fest-of-Ale, says a lot about what we are doing.”
There will also be five cideries participating, including a couple of new ones.
“We are very excited to be adding an outdoor component to the festival this year,” Lewis said.
It was also announced that the Penticton Hospitality Association is partnering with the Okanagan Fest-of-Ale Society.
Tickets are now available for sale in person at the Days Inn, at many local breweries, the SOEC box office, Penticton & Wine Country Visitors Centre and online through Valley First tickets.
The two-day event takes place at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre and features live entertainment, fabulous food and an opportunity for beer enthusiasts to sample a wide section of premium and craft brews as well as craft ciders.
Not only does the festival host a venue for beer enthusiasts, but it also generates money for local Penticton charities.
In its 23-year history, the Fest-of-Ale Society has gifted over $500,000 in net proceeds back to the community.
For more information, visit www.fest-of-ale.bc.ca.
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