Program
Activities related to beer discovery are on the agenda: beer and food pairings and experts, all in a festive musical atmosphere that will rock your world!
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2025 Program MONDIAL DE LA BIÈRE
The MONDIAL DE LA BIÈRE becomes more gourmet and family-friendly.
Date: June 20 to 22, 2025
Time:
— Friday: 3 PM to 11 PM — Saturday: 11 AM to 11 PM — Brunch from 11 AM to 2 PM — Sunday: 11 AM to 9 PM — Brunch from 11 AM to 2 PM
Location: Windsor Station and Rio Tinto Courtyard (indoor and outdoor) 1160 Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Montreal, QC H3C 1B3
Metro: Lucien-L’Allier or Bonaventure Station
ENTERTAINMENT/SECTIONS
Rio Tinto Courtyard – Outdoor
VIP SHAWBRIDGE
Discover the VIP SHAWBRIDGE Experience – An exclusive immersion into the heart of the Mondial de la Bière!
Imagine yourself comfortably seated under the marquee, in the exclusive VIP area, right next to the beautiful Rio Tinto basin (see photo, on the right side of the basin). With your VIP ticket, you are guaranteed a reserved seat at a table for the entire day, on the day of your choice. Unmatched comfort, with the opportunity to enjoy a unique experience in the cozy VIP!
What You’ll Receive with Your VIP Access to Shawbridge:
- On your first visit: a 4-ounce tasting of beer brewed by Shawbridge and a serving of their artisanal pizza — the perfect way to kick off your experience!
- After that: enjoy your 65 virtual coupons to savor Shawbridge’s craft beers, pizzas, and charcuterie. And that’s not all — these coupons are also valid throughout the entire event site, giving you complete freedom to explore and taste at your own pace.
- Return to the VIP anytime! After tasting outdoors, you can come back to the VIP with your drinks and always find a seated spot. If you’re in a group, it will be even easier to keep your table! Otherwise, new seating will always be available for you.
This VIP package at $110 + taxes includes:
- Exclusive access to the VIP area
- 65 coupons valid at the VIP and on the site
- A 31st Anniversary glass
- One of our printed collector’s publications: choose between the Route des Bières du Québec (October 2021), Montréal (May 2023), or a tasting guide, subject to availability (while stocks last).
- A ticket valid for one day of your choice: June 20, 21, or 22.
Additional coupons: You can add extra coupons at $10 + taxes per batch.
Please note that tastings will be served exclusively in the Mondial de la Bière glasses from editions 1994 to 2025. Each glass is designed for responsible consumption, ensuring a pleasant and controlled experience.
This offer is a unique opportunity to experience the Mondial de la Bière in the utmost comfort and with an exclusive touch. Reserve now to secure your VIP seat and fully enjoy this unforgettable tasting experience without compromise!
STAGE
This year, the stage is at the heart of the Rio Tinto Courtyard, allowing visitors to dance, participate in quizzes, and potentially watch sports events or shows. • Quizzes • Music performances (DJ/groups) • Screen for sports events or shows (to be confirmed)
GOURMET ZONE / BRUNCH
Two areas will be set up indoors and outdoors, featuring most of the food served during the event. Brunch will be served on Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM (outdoor area), a natural complement to the family zone to satisfy the appetites of both young and old.
Windsor Station – Indoor
BISTRO GOURMAND in collaboration with Brasserie Dieu du Ciel!
A gourmet bistro will allow visitors to taste 6 to 8 cheese, wine, and beer pairings. A tasting sheet will enable visitors to comment on their experience. Additionally, the terrace located in front of the Bistro Gourmand will feature activities hosted by experts and facilitators presenting the pairings.
ALCOHOL-FREE PAVILION in collaboration with upsidedrinks.ca
Upsidedrinks.ca will present a wide range of non-alcoholic products, reaffirming its commitment to a balanced and sustainable lifestyle. The Mondial de la bière is proud to partner with upsidedrinks.ca to offer an exceptional experience focusing on non-alcoholic beverages.
ENTERTAINMENT AND PODCAST ZONE
Experts and hosts will present pairings and conduct interviews with tastings. Philippe Wouters, beer specialist; Paul-André Mailhot from IPA Podcast; Guy Lévesque and Serge Noël, brewing hosts; and other experts will share knowledge and anecdotes.
FAMILY ZONE
The family zone will be set up indoors and outdoors, offering activities for children and adults.
RANDOLPH ZONE
Board games, hosts, and hours of fun await and quizzes on stage.
GOURMET ZONE / BRUNCH
Two areas will be set up indoors and outdoors, featuring most of the food served during the event. Brunch will be served on Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM (outdoor area), a natural complement to the family zone to satisfy the appetites of both young and old.
QUEBEC PAVILION
Quebec breweries will be present or represented – including: Auberge Sutton Brouërie, Brouemalt, Sans Taverne, Les Trois Mousquetaires, L’Apothicaire, and Terre à boire, to name just a few.
ITALIAN PAVILION
This year, Italian beers will be featured. Tasting of Italian food and drinks in an aperitif style. There will also be a terrace in front of the Italian area with experts/hosts presenting the pairings.
PETIT PUB
Tasting and activities featuring Belgian beers. Over 25 breweries will be represented.
GREG NOONAN MBEER COMPETITION
An international professional jury will blind-taste beers (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) based on four criteria: Aromas, Taste, Balance and Overall enjoyment
One of the cornerstones of the Greg Noonan Beer Competition is the removal of style references as a judging criterion. This ensures that each beer is evaluated based on its most favorable characteristics.
Medal Ceremony: Sunday, June 22
OTHER INFORMATION
Publications: 17th edition of the Quebec Beer Route (October 2021)
5th edition Map of Montreal (May 2023) — bilingual
6th edition Map of Montreal (May 2024) — bilingual online only
Glass: Tastings will be served exclusively in Mondial de la bière glasses from the 1994 to 2025 editions. Visitors will be able to obtain their glass on site.
The glass of the Mondial from 1994 to 2025 is either glass or it is a reusable cup, it is dosed for responsible consumption and 2 % of the sales revenue from the glasses sold during the event is donated to Fondation Rivières.
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