Okanagan Fest of Ale, Penticton

The Okanagan Fest of Ale is a two-day craft beer and cider festival held every April at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. It's organized by the Okanagan Fest of Ale Society. 2026 was the 29th annual festival, and 2027 marks its 30th.

When is the Okanagan Fest of Ale?

A Friday evening and Saturday afternoon in mid-April. The 2027 festival is Friday, April 9 (4 to 10 pm) and Saturday, April 10 (noon to 6 pm).

Where is it held?

The Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, 273 Power Street, Penticton.

What's included?

Admission includes a tasting glass, two tasting tokens and live entertainment. Extra tokens are sold on site; in 2026 they cost $3 each.

Tickets

• Tickets have been sold online through ValleyFirstTix.com and at the Valley First box office at the South Okanagan Events Centre.
• Prices rise in stages as the festival gets closer, so buy early.
• Tickets are for one day only, with no re-entry.
• You must be 19 or older to attend.

Tips for visiting

• Eat first. Then pace yourself through the tokens.
• Stay downtown. The convention centre is a short walk from Penticton's downtown hotels and restaurants.
• Come back in September. Penticton Beer Week takes you inside the city's breweries.

Quick facts

• Held: every April
• Where: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre
• Age: 19+
• Organizer: Okanagan Fest of Ale Society

See every annual event on our Okanagan festivals calendar.

Last updated October 2026.