Vancouver Cheese and Meat Festival 2025 – Artisan Food & Drink

📅 Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
📍 Venue: The Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, BC
🌐 Website: vancouver.cheeseandmeatfestival.com
🔞 Ages: 19+ only

Event Overview

The Vancouver Cheese and Meat Festival 2025 returns to the stunning Pipe Shop at North Vancouver’s Shipyards District with an indulgent day of artisan flavours, expertly curated pairings, and gourmet discoveries. Known as “an indulgent, delicious experience” by Vic Buzz, this foodie favourite brings together more than 150 food and drink pairings––from artisan cheeses and charcuterie to specialty drinks, condiments, and accompaniments.

One ticket gives you access to unlimited tastings, where you’ll meet the artisans, sample their creations, and learn how to build perfect pairings for your own dinner parties or gatherings.

🍷 What to Expect

• 150+ Pairings of cheese, meats, condiments, breads, and specialty food.

• Beverage Showcases including Wines of South Africa, Everything Wine Pop-Up, and craft breweries & distillers.

• All-Inclusive Tickets – no need to buy samples; everything is included.

• Curated Vendors featuring local and international artisans like Beehive Cheese, Mt Lehman Cheese Co, Hoyne Brewing, Sheringham Distillery, South Africa Wine, Natural Pastures Cheese, and more.

• Charcuterie Board + Glass provided so you can create and enjoy your own pairings while exploring.

🕒 Tasting Sessions

Choose from three tasting sessions, each lasting 2 hours:

• 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM – Noon Tasting Session

• 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Afternoon Tasting Session

• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Evening Tasting Session

🎟️ Tickets are limited and sell out every year. VIP tickets include fast-track entry, a welcome drink, and a regional gift.

🎟️ Ticket Information

• General Admission: Includes full access to tastings and artisan vendors.

• VIP Admission: Skip the line, enjoy a welcome drink, and take home a special regional gift.

• Refunds: Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another guest via the ticketing platform.

💵 Tip: Bring some cash for coat check ($4) and faster vendor transactions.

✨ Why Go?

The Cheese and Meat Festival isn’t just about food—it’s about learning how to pair, understanding flavours, and connecting directly with the makers. Whether you’re a serious foodie, wine enthusiast, or just love discovering new tastes, this is a can’t-miss Vancouver food festival.

🔗 Discover more foodie events in Metro Vancouver at Vancouver Page – Discover Local Events.