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🎉 Thank you for an amazing day!

🗓️ See you next year
👀 Follow to learn when 2027 vendor applications open Summer officially kicks off with YGK Craft Beer Fest!

Come on Saturday, June 11th at Fort Henry with downtown Kingston as a backdrop.

06/26/2026

We’re still buzzing from how incredible this year’s event was! Huge cheers to everyone who came out and made the festival unforgettable.

Swipe through for some amazing performer moments - the energy was unreal 🎤🔥

Stay tuned and follow us to stay up to date on:
2027 Event Information 📅
Vendor Applications 🛍️
Performer Applications 🎶

Thanks again for coming out - see you next year, YGK! 🍺💛

06/14/2026

✨ Wow. What a day. ✨

A huge thank‑you to everyone who helped make yesterday’s event such a fun and memorable one. To our incredible vendors, performers, and sponsors - we appreciate you! And a big shoutout to our events team and admissions staff for all the hard work that went into making the day run smoothly.

We already can’t wait for next year 😉. Want to be a part of next year’s event? Follow us to learn about vendor applications for next year.

06/13/2026

🌞 Today is the day! 🍻
Join us! Tickets are still available online and will also be sold at the door (but may take longer!)

Some key reminders:
✔️Entry runs from 1 PM to 7 PM (event ends at 8 PM)
🚫 No outside beverages or food
🚌 Shuttle available and free parking
🎟️ Tickets are still available online or with our admissions team. For faster entry, we recommend purchasing online in advance

Kick off your day by cheering on the Kingston Pride Parade in the morning, then head over to the festival for an amazing afternoon.
👉ygkcraftbeerfest.ca

06/12/2026

🎉 Tomorrow's the big day - YGK Craft Beer Fest is here! 🎉
It’s not too late to join us. Tickets are still available online or upon arrival at the main admissions booth.

Here’s what you need to know for a smooth and fun day:
✔️ Entry is open from 1 PM to 7 PM (festival ends at 8 PM) - no re-entry!
🚫 No outside beverages, food, weapons, or illegal substances
💧 We do have a water bottle refill station, so bring an empty reusable bottle
🪑 Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs
🌞 Don’t forget sunscreen - it’s going to be a beautiful day
🅿️ Free parking is available on site, and guests are welcome to leave their vehicles overnight. Please enjoy responsibly and do not drink and drive.
🚌 Check out our post earlier this week for shuttle information
⚠️Recommended to bring: sunscreen, a chair, and an empty water bottle

We can’t wait to kick off an amazing day of music, drinks, food, and good vibes with you. See you soon! 🍺🎶

06/11/2026

✨ Vendor Spotlight: ✨
Bobcaygeon Brewing Co. at YGK Craft Beer Fest this Saturday!

Known for crafting great brews meant to be enjoyed among friends, Bobcaygeon offers a mix of seasonal creations and beloved favourites - from crisp lagers to bold IPAs, refreshing sours, and rich stouts. There’s something for every kind of beer lover.

Stop by their booth this Saturday and discover why Bobcaygeon Brewing Co. has become a go‑to for flavour, variety, and good times. 🍻 Tickets still available at ygkcraftbeerfest.ca

06/10/2026

Wondering how to get to the festival? We’ve got you covered! 🍻🚌
Use our Ride Home Program, featuring one shuttle looping every 30 minutes between these stops:

🏠 Memorial Centre - 303 York St.
🏒 Slush Puppie Place - gate 4
🏰 Fort Henry Main Parking Lot

Shuttle Schedule:
🕧 First departure at 12:30 pm from Memorial Centre
🕣 Last trip at 8:30 pm from Fort Henry

Prefer to drive?
🅿️ Free parking available
🌙 Vehicles may be left overnight - stay safe!

Enjoy the festival responsibly and have an amazing time! 🍻✨

06/09/2026

We’re just days away from YGK Craft Beer Fest and the forecast is looking absolutely perfect for an outdoor celebration! 🌤️🍻
Here are a few things to keep in mind:

🍺 Entry starts at 1pm but you’re welcome to arrive anytime after
🚪 Enter through the main admissions area
🔁 No re‑entry once you’ve entered
🐶 Leashed, well‑behaved dogs are welcome
🚫 No outside food or drink - but feel free to bring an empty water bottle to fill at our water stations
🪑 Bring a lawn chair or blanket if you’d like to relax in comfort

Tickets are still available! 🎟️

06/08/2026

🍻Le festival de la bière artisanale YGK, c'est ce samedi !

On a hâte de vous accueillir pour le lancement officiel de l'été. Une journée inoubliable vous attend au bord de l'eau, avec une ambiance, des saveurs et une compagnie exceptionnelles.
Il est encore temps de réserver vos billets ! Ne manquez pas ça !

👉 À samedi !

06/07/2026

✨ Vendor Spotlight: ✨
Say hello to Whiprsnapr Brewery, a family‑owned gem in the heart of Bells Corners, Ottawa. Run by the McMartin family, they’ve been brewing for over a decade and pouring their passion into every batch.

Their cozy, rustic taproom is all about great beer, good company, and delicious pizza! With a rotating lineup of classics and creative seasonal brews there’s always something new to enjoy.

Whiprsnapr hosts regular events like trivia nights and fundraisers, making it a true neighbourhood gathering place. And if you want to take the experience home, they’ve got plenty of cans to go.

Visit them in person or at their booth at YGK Craft Beer Fest and taste the craft, care, and community behind Whiprsnapr Brewery. Cheers! 🍻

06/06/2026

⏰ Last chance! Today is the final day before YGK Craft Beer Fest ticket prices go up. The event is just one week away, and you won’t want to miss the music, drinks, food, shopping, and all the good vibes 🍻🎶

👉Grab your tickets now at ygkcraftbeerfest.ca and get ready to kick off summer with us!

Address

1 Fort Henry Drive
Kingston, ON
K7K5G8

Website

http://www.forthenry.com/events/

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