Byward Beerfest 2025 at Lowertown Brewery, in the heart of the Byward Market!
January 30 - 31, 2026
Join North America’s Best Annual Celebration of National Gastronomy.
Ten of Canada's Best Chefs demonstrate their culinary expertise in three intense competitions over two days.
- Mystery Wine Competition
- Black Box Competition
- Grand Finale Competition
A portion of proceeds supports music education, sports opportunities and healthy food for Canadian youth through MusiCounts, Spirit North, Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE) and BGC Ottawa (formerly Boys and Girls Club).