It might be the start of winter, but tickets are already on sale for the first big event of the spring – the Okanagan Fest of Ale.
Returning for its 25th year, the festival will feature 100 craft breweries and cideries and include more than 300 different types of beers, ciders and cask ales. There will also be live music, games food trucks.
The event will be held on April 17 and 18 at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Organizers said they expect more than 5,000 people in attendance.
Eager beer fans can purchase discounted tickets at $25 for a single day or $42.00 for a two-day pass until Wednesday, Jan. 15 at midnight.
Tickets to the event are available online at www.ValleyFirstTix.com or in person at the Valley First Box Office.