Valemount Valefest Craft Beer Experience

05/19/2026

SAVE THE DATE for September 12, 2026! We are excited to announce we are full steam ahead for this years vALEfest experience with more craft beer, and great music!.

🎤 CALLING ALL ARTISTS! 🎶
Ready to take the stage at vALEfest 2026? 🍻⛰️
We’re looking for musicians and performers to bring the vibes to our Second Stage this September in Valemount.
From acoustic sessions to indie, country, folk, and rock—if your sound fits a mountain festival atmosphere, we want YOU. 🌲
✨ Apply now at [email protected]

• Artist/Band Name
• Genre
• Short Bio
• Socials/Website
• Sample Music or Live Videos
• Technical Requirements
• Preferred Performance Time (if applicable)
Whether you’re local or touring through the Rockies, don’t miss your chance to be part of one of BC’s growing mountain festivals! 🎵🏔️
📩 Tag an artist who needs to see this!

09/17/2025

The winner of the Mount Robson White Water Rafting trip for 2026 is Kari Clay!
Thank you for sharing, following and liking this new page!

We have one more rafting gift certificate to give away!
Here is how get an entry for this draw!
It is easy. Post a photo of the vALEfest2025 event, and tell us what your favorite part of it was! Be sure to tag us Tourism Valemount and Valefest Craft Beer Experience, and GO!

09/13/2025

Another big thank you to all the Valemount Valefest Craft Beer Experience event sponsors!
Thank you for all your support with this event.
The event location is at
6190 Hwy 5 S, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds
This is 6.3km south on Hwy 5 from the Valemount Visitor Centre.
Turn left at Canoe River Campground to rodeo grounds.
There is parking on site - park attendees are from the Robson Valley Spay & Neuter society and they are taking donations!!
When exiting the event you will be taking the exit at Whiskey Fill Road to Hwy 5.
There is security on site, and shuttle service.
TICKETS for vALEfest must be purchased in advance. Please see the link.
Beer tickets, tshirts, and vendors will take cash or card.

Stellar Descents Whitewater Rafting will have one bus running from the following locations at these times.
Outbound Shuttle – September 13, 2025
• 3:30 PM – Tete Jaune Lodge (1 passenger pickup)
• 4:00 PM – Best Western, Valemount
• 4:15 PM – Downtown – Central Park
• 4:30 PM – Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds (final drop-off)
Return Shuttle – September 13, 2025
• 10:00 PM – Pickup at Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds
• 10:15 PM – Best Western, Valemount
• 10:30 PM – Downtown – Central Park
• 11:15 PM – Tete Jaune Lodge (final drop-off)

PEAK SHUTTLES
Will have shuttles running at the following locations:
Between 4:00pm and 5:00pm - last pick up heads out at 5:15pm
IRVin's RV Park and Campground
Valemount Pines Golf Course
Yellowhead Campground
Valemount Visitor Centre
Super 8 Valemount
Centennial Park
Valemount Library
Comfort Inn
Best Western Plus Valemount Inn & Suites
Valemount Vacation

First Shuttle leaves at 9:00pm
PEAK SHUTTLES following event starts at 10:00pm to 11:30pm.

**Security is on site**
Please no pets at the event.
Thank you.

09/11/2025

🚏Shuttle stops for vALEfest2025 Saturday, September 13th.
Special thanks to PEAK SHUTTLES for being one of our vALEfest2025 sponsors!
Shuttles Schedule is as follows:
➡️Starting at 4:00pm going to vALEfest at the Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds. Last Pick up is at 5:15pm at the listed locations.

Valemount Pines Golf & R.V Park
Irvin's Campground
Yellowhead Campground
Valemount Visitor Centre
Super 8 Valemount
Centennial Park - 5th Avenue
Valemount Public Library - Main Street in parking lot
Valemount Comfort Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Valemount Inn & Suites
Valemount Vacation Inn
Canoe Valley Recreation

Bus – Stellar Descents Whitewater Rafting bus
One pick up at 3:30pm at Tete Jaune Lodge & one trip back to Tete Jaune Lodge after 11:00pm.

Shuttles Leaving Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds will be as follows:
One pick up at 9:00pm
Then running from 10:00pm to 11:30pm back to the above listed locations.

Top asked questions:
❓What is included with my event ticket
➡️Entrance to event, 5oz stein, shuttle/bus to and from the event, live music concert by Shattered Blue & Five Alarm

❓What time do gates open?
➡️Gates open at 4:30pm. Craft Beer tastings begin at 5:00pm.

❓Where do I get beer tickets?
➡️CRAFT BEER TASTING TICKETS will be sold on site Cash/Card starting at 5:00pm.

❓Is there parking at the vALEfest Venue?
Yes, there will be parking on site at the Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds for those with a designated driver.

If you have any questions please reach out by email at [email protected].

Be sure to get your tickets before at
https://www.mpro4.com/events/valefest-2025

09/06/2025

Shuttle stops for vALEfest2025 Saturday, September 13th.
Special thanks to PEAK SHUTTLES for sponsoring vALEfest2025!
➡️Starting at 4:00pm going to Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds
➡️Last Pick up is at 5:15pm going to vALEfest2025
5 Shuttles will be going to the following stops, and one bus from Stellar Descents. They will have signs as to which stops they are going to & from. Trips will take approximately 15 - 20 mins and will be on rotation.
GATE for event opens at 4:30pm.
Craft vendors will be open for 4:30pm.
Ticket sales for Craft beer tastings start at 5:00pm.
Food vendors will be on site, and starting at 5:00pm.

These are the pick up/drop off locations:
Valemount Pines Golf & R.V Park
Irvin's Campground
Yellowhead Campground
Valemount Visitor Centre
Super 8 Valemount
Centennial Park - 5th Avenue
Valemount Public Library - Main Street in parking lot
Valemount Comfort Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Valemount Inn & Suites
Valemount Vacation Inn
Canoe Valley Recreation Centre

Bus – Stellar Descents Whitewater Rafting to start at 3:30pm going to Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds
3:30 – Tete Jaune Lodge – one pick up there only, and one drop off after 11:00pm.
Downtown – Central Park

Shuttles Leaving Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds
One pick up at 9:00pm
Then shuttles and bus will be running routes from10:00pm to 11:30pm
❓Is there parking at the vALEfest Venue?
Yes, there will be parking on site at the Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds for those with a designated driver.

If you have any questions please reach out by email at [email protected].

**Please note questions in the comments will be answered during regular business hours 8:30am to 4:30pm**
Be sure to get your tickets before at

We welcome you to join us at vALEfest 2025! A vibrant celebration of mountain culture, craft beer, and vibrant community spirit. Enjoy thirst quenching craft brews, foodie delights, and the dynamic live musical performance from headlining act Five Alarm Funk.

09/06/2025

Fresh out of the box! vALEfest shirts are now in and can be purchased ahead of time at the Visitor Centre! We have XS to ###L in men's and ladies! The Visitor Centre is open Saturday 10am to 2pm and Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Open until 7pm on Thursday.

09/06/2025

Thanks to those who have reached out! We do need a few more volunteers! Thanks to those who have already come forward!

"🙌 Calling All Volunteers! vALEfest 2025 is almost here 🎶🍻

And we need an awesome crew for:
📅 Sept 12 (set-up) • Sept 13 (event day) • Sept 14 (take-down)

Perks for Volunteers include:
✨ Event access — hear musical acts including Shattered Blue + Five Alarm Funk
🍔 Meal voucher from vendors
👕 Team vALEfest T-shirt
🎉 Meet & Greet + Wrap-up BBQ
🎁 Exclusive prize draws — incl. a Mount Robson White Water Rafting trip!

Be part of BC’s ultimate mountain party! 🚀 Enjoy the party from a new vantage point.
👉 To sign up email [email protected]
or call 250-566-3335

This is going to be an epic weekend with races at the Rocky Mountain Speedway, and Bike Fest. Looking for accommodations for the weekend? Check out our website for all the options, or download the app. The link is in the footer at visitvalemount.ca.

"

08/29/2025

Countdown to vALEfest 2025 — where good times flow! 🍻🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/9d151bd88fe0/youre-invited-to-valefest-2025-where-good-times-flow-6422775

08/26/2025

"🙌 Calling All Volunteers! vALEfest 2025 is almost here 🎶🍻 And we need an awesome crew for:
📅 Sept 12 (set-up) • Sept 13 (event day) • Sept 14 (take-down)

Perks for Volunteers include:
✨ Event access — hear musical acts including Shattered Blue + Five Alarm Funk
🍔 Meal voucher from vendors
👕 Team vALEfest T-shirt
🎉 Meet & Greet + Wrap-up BBQ
🎁 Exclusive prize draws — incl. a Mount Robson White Water Rafting trip!

Be part of BC’s ultimate mountain party! 🚀 Enjoy the party from a new vantage point.
👉 To sign up email [email protected]
or call 250-566-3335

This is going to be an epic weekend with races at the Rocky Mountain Speedway, and Bike Fest. Looking for accommodations for the weekend? Check out our website for all the options, or download the app. The link is in the footer at visitvalemount.ca.

"

08/26/2025

⛰️ BC’s Ultimate Mountain Party Is BACK 🎉 vALEfest 2025 is rolling in hot — bigger, louder, and more epic than ever.

On Saturday, September 13, the Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds will come alive with local grooves with special guest Five Alarm Funk, the province’s finest craft brews 🍻, and bold flavours 🍴 you’ll still be craving next summer.

Dance under the peaks ⛰️. Sip something unforgettable. Make memories that will have you counting down to next year.

🎟 Tickets on sale now → https://www.mpro4.com/events/valefest-2025

This is going to be an epic weekend with races at the Rocky Mountain Speedway, and Bike Fest. Looking for accommodations for the weekend? Check out our website for all the options, or download the app. The link is in the footer at visitvalemount.ca.

Thanks to all our sponsors!