It was a sad day for all Vancouver beer lovers when Dix Brewery closed down.  I knew I’d be able to find another before hockey game spot for a burger and beer, but what about Dix Caskivals?  Dix hosted both winter and summer cask beer festivals that were rather awesome.  I thought a part of Vancouver beer culture might die, but it sounds like CAMRA Vancouver has stepped up to the plate with a new Summer Beer Festival to replace the beloved Caskival.

The first ever CAMRA Vancouver Summer Beer Festival is happening Saturday, August 14th at St. Augustine’s in Vancouver.  I believe the event is geared towards CAMRA members, but the Evite I received indicates there are general tickets available.  A ticket costs $25 and includes three tastes and a commemorative tasting glass, at past Caskivals extra tastes were available for $1.  Past Caskivals also featured stellar beer lineups and I’m almost certain this festival will be no different.  Here’s hoping this event becomes widely successful and remains for me to attend when I return to Vancouver.

Cheers,

Chris