September is exciting for so many reasons; it’s back-to-school month, Pride month, and the kick-off to fall. Why not celebrate one of these occasions with your own downtown brewery tour with friends? Tourism Calgary has noted over 40 breweries in the city, and the number is slowly growing; if you’re a beer lover or looking for an introduction to the delights of craft beer, head out and discover the cluster of small breweries that are located in our wonderful city.
Calgary Craft Brewery Tours
While you can take a self-guided brewery tour, another way to enjoy a Calgary craft beer tour is by taking an organized brewery tour. Calgary Brewery Tours offers a guided, curated brewery tour, including transportation. Choose from a tour that includes three or four stops, or create a custom tour so you can get exactly what you want from the experience.
Craft Beer Market
The Craft Beer Market is “the place where fresh local food and craft beer from all over the world come together under one roof.” They have locations across Canada, with two right here in Calgary; the Calgary Downtown location is only an eleven-minute walk from Versus and is a great place to drink great beer and converse with friends for the night.
Last Best Brewing & Distilling
Last Best Brewing & Distilling is named after the Canadian government’s campaign, ‘The Last Best West’ at the end of the 1800s. The campaign was designed to draw newcomers to the prairie provinces and develop the agricultural industry in Canada. There was a belief that the area was the ‘Last Best’ chance for newcomers to lay roots and shape their futures in the country. The Last Best Brewing and Distilling honours the spirit of this cause, creating delicious beers and offering Alberta-inspired cuisine to its patrons.
Hudsons Canada’s Pub
The Hudsons Canada Pub is an eleven-minute walk from Versus. They offer a wide selection of tasty foods that are sure to delight; visit their website to find out their feature menu for the day, which includes ‘Burger and Brews Mondays’ all the way to ‘Double Double Saturdays’ with discounted cocktails, and ‘Game On Sundays’ for $5 Buds and caesars.
Twisted Element
Finish off your evening at the Twisted Element, an LGBTQ+ club featuring weekly events, including karaoke, burlesque, variety shows, and DJs. The club creates a safe and inclusive nightlife experience that celebrates diversity and promotes equality for all communities in Calgary.
Celebrate Safely
Residents of Versus have the benefit of several breweries within walking distance. The city transit stops are also with steps, making it easy to enjoy a night of beer tasting with a safe ride home. Whether you live at Versus on the Beltline or elsewhere in our great city, it's best to plan ahead to carpool, take a taxi, or plan for transit to get home.
The Best of Urban Living in Calgary Beltline
With so many great places to visit right on your doorstep at Versus, there’s never a dull day in Calgary. If you’re interested in visiting some of the award-winning brewing companies in Calgary, AB, check out this Calgary brewery map and head out for a beer tasting. If you’d like to learn more about living at Versus, contact us.