PBF

vendors handbook

Thank you for joining us for PBF’s upcoming event! Below are some important details about festival logistics and frequently asked questions. To ensure that you maximize the value of your participation, read this information carefully and share it with your team!

Please understand that PBF must enforce all City, Fire and Police rules and policies. PBF will continue to update this page to reflect policy and rule changes and share it with all participating vendors. 

IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMES 

Saturday, July 4th, 2026 (set up, festival and take-down)

Parksville Community Park, 193 Beachside Dr, Parksville, BC V9P 2S5

ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED THROUGH THE FESTIVAL ORGANIZER ADDITIONAL TABLES, CHAIRS

(TO ORDER 1 MONTH PRIOR TO THE EVENT)

SET UP

7am to 10am

(vehicles must be moved by 9am)

TAKE-DOWN

6pm to 8pm

All items must be removed from the park immediately following the festival

FESTIVAL HOURS

11am to 5pm

Early access for VIP guests at 11am (200 guests) General admission access at 12pm

Last pour is at 4:30pm

Become an exhibitor

Join us at the Parksville Beer Festival as a brewery, cidery, winery, or distillery exhibitor. Each space is 10x10 and you must bring your own canopy, table, and product.

  • Honorarium: $500 toward your product costs (paid within 2 weeks after the event)

  • Ice: Salted ice provided (cubes can be requested in advance)

Exhibitor passes

Each participating brewery, cidery, or distillery will receive 2 complimentary exhibitor passes for event day. These passes allow access to the festival site and are required for all staff working your booth.

If you would like to bring additional team members, extra exhibitor passes can be purchased for $20 per person.

All exhibitor staff must be 19+ and wear their wristband and badge at all times while on site.