Awards

Gala Tickets

The Canada Beer Cup Gala is coming to Calgary!

 

Date: October 8, 2026

BarSight Beer Hour (Doors Open): 4:30pm

Gala: 5:30-7:00pm

Location: Westin Downtown Calgary, Brittania Room

 

The gala is in conjunction with the Alberta Small Brewers Association conference, which takes place on Friday, October 9, 2026

 

The Alberta Small Brewers Association is excited to share that CCBA members receive reciprocal member pricing for this year’s Alberta Craft Brewing Convention (ACBC), taking place at the Westin Calgary alongside the Canada Beer Cup and the Alberta Beer Awards!

This year is set to be our most impactful gathering yet, bringing together breweries from across Canada for industry insights and national connections.

Schedule Highlights:

  • Oct 7: Kick-Off Pizza Party hosted by Eighty-Eight Brewing Co

  • Oct 8 (Free Pre-Convention Access, 10 AM–3 PM): Enjoy a mix of on- and off-site activities, including partner site tours and extra talks/panels.

  • Oct 8 (Evening): Canada Beer Cup Gala

  • Oct 9 (Day): Full ACBC Exhibitors & Speakers

  • Oct 9 (Evening): Alberta Beer Awards!

Sneak Peek of the Speakers:

  • Tim Weaver – Brand Before Busywork: The Brand Filter Every Small Brewery Needs: Learn how to stop wasting time and money on random marketing and build a clear, memorable brewery brand without needing a big agency budget.

  • Andrew Coplon – 5 Things Your Taproom Staff Should Be Doing: Discover data-backed, actionable strategies to turn front-of-house staff into top sales drivers while creating unforgettable guest experiences.

  • Alex Ancona – Mexican Lager, Beyond the Corn & Lime, Rooted in Terroir: The journey of finding and utilizing local ingredients to create a new style of beer that is unique to a region

How to Register at Member Rates: Simply head over to the ACBC Registration Page and select the Member Price ticket tier at checkout. Don’t forget to reserve your hotel room at the Westin Calgary using the preferred Group Rate before rooms sell out!

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