Frequently Asked Questions

General Info

  • Montreal Cocktail Fest is one of the Canada’s leading bar industry educational expo, bringing together top professionals, brands, and innovators for three days of education, networking, and inspiration in the heart of Montreal.

  • Montreal Cocktail Fest 2025 will take place on:
    May 19-20 at The Phi-Center &

    May 21 at bar Bisou Bisou.

  • The operating hours of Montreal Cocktail Fest are:

    Monday May 19th & 20th
    Phi-Center
    12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Wednesday May 21
    Bar Bisou Bisou
    10:00 PM to 6:00 PM

  • Montreal Cocktail Fest is primarily designed for professionals in the spirits and beverages industry. However, access is granted to anyone aged 18 and over who purchases a ticket, either online or at the entrance.

  • This year’s festival will welcome leading bartenders and industry icons from the likes of Africa, Mexico, UK, Austria, the USA, , and of course Canada, each bringing the essence of their award-winning bars to Montréal.

  • Seminars and masterclasses are held during the Montreal Cocktail Fest operating hours on a dedicated seminar stage within the exhibition.

  • No, every exhibition visitor can attend seminars for free, as long as they arrive on time at the respective seminar room.

  • You can find the complete agenda of seminars, masterclasses, and guest speakers under the Schedule Link at the top of the page.

  • Absolutely. Email us at info@montrealcocktailfest.com and get the brand inquiry form and we’ll be in touch about sponsorship opportunities.

Accessibility & Tickets

  • Public entry and exit are from St.Pierre at St.Paul Street.

  • With your entry to the exhibition, you gain access to all the exhibitors, seminars, thematic areas and tastings happening throughout the event.

  • You can purchase your tickets online or at the entrance of the exhibition on the day of the event. We recommend buying your ticket online to ensure a smooth entry to the exhibition without the possibility of waiting in lines.

  • Yes, the exhibition is accessible to people with disabilities.

  • There are 2 types of tickets:
    single-day and two-day tickets.
    For each type of ticket, there is the option to purchase an individual ticket or multiple tickets if you wish to visit the exhibition as a group.
    For unlimited coffee purchase a caffè Bello ticket for 10$.

  • Access to the exhibition is granted to anyone who has purchased a ticket, either online or at the entrance, provided they are at least 18 years old.