Raise your glass to Moosehead at the 2012 Toronto Festival of Beer

 

This year marked the 18^th annual Toronto Festival of Beer (TFOB) at Bandshell Park at Exhibition Place. The Toronto Festival of Beer, which was on July 27 to 29, 2012, featured an astounding selection of beer, great food and amazing entertainment! This year,  CityEvents supported the Moosehead Beer Tent logistics, and helped celebrate Moosehead Lager Canada’s oldest independent brewery, crafting premium beers since 1868.

Past attendees said goodbye to the plastic sampling cups, which were replaced  commemorative TFOB glass steins. The Moosehead Beer tent featured nine products including Moosehead Lager, PaulanerKap, Magners, Tennents Lager, Twisted Tea and Cracked Canoe.

     

The sun was shining bright on the man-made cottage deck. Moosehead provided branded sunglasses to shield attendee’s eyes from the sun while they lounged, beer in hand, on the large Muskoka chairs. The staple of the Moosehead tent was a 700-pound Muskoka chair. Attendees could not pass by without grabbing the opportunity to take photos with this unique feature.

Are you a festival foodie? There were lots of food options for attendees, including the “Napoleon Gourmet Grills Grilling Tent”. This tent showcased some of the top culinary artists in the Greater Toronto Area. There were also tons of food truck favorites such as Caplansky’s, RockLobster and Oyster Boy.

 

Although the main focus of the festival was the beer, the exceptional entertainment elevated the event from an average beer tasting to a world-class festival.  Moosehead was no exception, and featured many bands such as the Junction, The Dirty Nils, Organ Thieves, Dinosaur Bones, and Modern Superstitions.

We can’t forget to mention the DJ’sKevin Bailey,Alex “Kid MK” Tribe, Cal M  from salacioussound that made the Moosehead tent the place to be and kept attendees dancing until the final minute. . The main Beer Festival stage featured headlining musical acts such as Salt-N-Pepa, and the Big Wreck.

The TFOB also offered a Girl Guided Beer Tour, which gave women an opportunity to learn and sample five different types of beer, while learning about women in the industry.

Tickets for Toronto’s Festival of Beer sell out in advance every year and this year was no exception.  TFOB saw full attendance both Friday and Saturday! Don’t forget to get your tickets early next year!

Looking forward to seeing you next year, in the meantime check out CityEvents coverage of the  Moosehead Tent at the Toronto Festival of beer:  or our photos on Flickr:

Celebrate your father with the perfect outing in Toronto

It’s that time of year again, Father’s Day! Are you looking for the perfect activity that your father will cherish forever? On June 17 2012, celebrate your dad with the perfect outing in Toronto!

 

Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer

Sunday, June 17 2012, 8:30a.m,  Ashbridges Bay Park

Help Celebrate Fathers all over the world by raising money and awareness for the number one cancer threat to Canadian men. This annual 5K walk takes place at Ashbridges Bay Park and raises funds for Prostate Cancer Canada: http://www.prostatecancer.ca/Fathers-Day-Run/2012

Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies.

Sunday June 17 2012, 1:07p.m- Rogers Center, 1 Blue Jay’s Way

Treat your father to a special day at the ballpark, as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies. The first 20, 000 fans will receive a new logo replica Blue Jays Batting Helmet. For tickets/ticket information visit: www.bluejays.com

Father’s Day Brunch at Casa Loma

Sunday, June 17, 2012, Casa Loma- 1 Austin Terrace

Experience a Royal Father’s Day Brunch at Toronto’s Casa Loma. After an elegant brunch enjoy a self-guided tour of Toronto’s famous castle. Don’t forget to take part in the Casa Loma Family Archery Workshop: www.casaloma.org

 

Battle of Black Creek Father’s Day Re-enactment

June 17 2012. Black Creek Pioneer Village- 100 Murray Ross Parkway.

Enjoy a special Revolutionary War re-enactment and Father’s Day BBQ Lunch at Black Creek’s Pioneer Village. More than 200 soldiers will re-enact history by demonstrating the full-scale Battle of Black Creek. Other Father’s Day activities at Pioneer Village include tours and samples at the Black Creek Historic Brewery and musket and cannon demonstrations: www.blackcreek.ca/

All aboard Mariposa’s Father’s Day Cruises

Sunday, May 13, Noon – 2 p.m, Mariposa Cruises- 207 Queens Quay West

Treat dad to something different this year. Experience Father’s Day brunch from the water on Marposa’s cruises. Enjoy a two-hour cruise around Toronto’s picturesque waterfront while enjoying a scrumptious brunch: www.mariposacruises.com

For more Toronto upcoming events check our website upcoming events, at www.torontocityevents.com

 

Bar Vespa

At under a year old, Bar Vespa has already made an impression in Liberty Village as a great place to get quality Italian food in a welcoming environment.  The have received warm reviews from Dine.to, The Star, The Globe and Mail and Toronto Life.

They carry a wide variety of dishes that showcase the diversity of Italy from Caprese Salad, Sausage Penne, Butternut Squash Ravioli and, Mushroom Pizza (a three mushroom white pizza).

Bar Vespa also has the distinction of hosting great events like the upcoming Liberty Social Hour: Carnival del Sol on April 18, 2012, as well as their Battle of the DJs every Saturday.

The warm atmosphere attentive staff make Bar Vespa a good dining experience. They also have a patio which is great place to meet friends and try one of their many beers including the Birra Sophia (inspired by Sophia Loren), which will be priced at $5 dollars at Liberty Social Hour on April 18.

Bar Vespa is part of the Fab Concepts family which includes Brazen Head, Pour House and Foggy Dew.

 

Event Venues in the Design District of King East

The King East neighborhood is known for its great design but it also is a good place to host an event as it has several beautiful venues that are sure to impress your guests. CityEvents is working on an exciting new project to revitalize and promote the King East Design District which includes a tour in the fall of 2012.

Saturday, September 29, 2012, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Sunday, September 30, 2012, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Among those venues there are some you would not traditionally consider like décor and design stores. Design stores are a great place to host an event as the generally have lots of room and great décor. Experience something new and consider one of these venues for your next event.

Andrew Richard Designs offers two chic and contemporary event spaces great for a variety of functions. Andrew Richard Designs are experienced at hosting events their resume is as long as it is impressive and includes events for Smirnoff, Gap Canada Inc., and CAMH.

Urban Amish’s Loft Raum combines great style in a sleek setting. Their authentic conversion loft is a warm and open space great for small and large events like: gallery showings, product launches, corporate and media events as well as parties and weddings.

UpCountry can be a refreshing change of scene if you plan events frequently. The style they display in their store is apparent in their venue space. Friendly and helpful the staff at UpCountry are truly knowledgeable and accommodating.

The Biltmore Domicile is a large open space with high ceilings, arching windows and exposed beams and brickwork. The space is great for large parties like weddings and corporate events. This event is in the surrounding Distillery District.

King East known for its design stores provides plenty of choices when looking for a memorable venues, so explore your options with the design stores of king west.

 

99 Sudbury Offers Great Variety

Formerly a landmark glass factory 99 Sudbury is a multifunctional space that can host intimate and large gatherings comfortably. Located near the very popular Liberty Village, 99 Sudbury is just as chic as the surrounding neighborhood.

You’ve probably heard a lot of great things about 99 Sudbury and their all true. They have three very distinct venue spaces all kitted out for the best experiences.

99 Sudbury is ambitious and it shows; their spaces are not only beautiful but well thought out with each space having different features that make planning an event a breeze.

Their Glass Factory has a dance floor, patio and a DJ stage to help you get the party started.

The Lounge comprised of three rooms; the main room, a private room and a bar lounge is fully licensed area and “decorated in pop-baroque colours and mouldings.”

The newest offering 99 Gallery has 17 feet ceilings and 5,000 sq ft of space to host your event.  And the neighbourhood is filled with opportunities to have a good time like CityEvents’ Liberty Social Hour.

 99 Sudbury is located at 99 Sudbury Street, Toronto. http://99sudbury.ca/

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