Premium Pass

Badge access only. Pass is valid for the March 12, March 13 and March 14, 2026 events listed. Off sale on March 6 at 11:55pm  

Want the full tasting experience? A terrific value, this pass offers incomparable value and access to VanWineFest. 

$815 worth of tickets for only $495!

Experience everything the festival has to offer with VIP treatment when you become a Premium Pass holder. A terrific value, this pass offers incomparable access to the festival. 

• Three evening International Festival Tastings (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) from 7-10 p.m. in the Grand Tasting Room (a $377 value) 
• Three afternoons (Thursday and Friday) at the exclusive Trade Tasting sessions from 2:30-5 p.m. in the Grand Tasting Room (a $98 value) + the Saturday afternoon International Festival Tasting, 2:30-5 p.m. (a $119 value)
• Admission to the Festival Toast VIP reception on Thursday from 5:45-7 p.m. (not available for public sale - $89 value)
• Admission to the IFT + Happy Hour reception on Friday and Saturday evening from 6-7:30 p.m., featuring a selection of festival wines and selection of light bites ($132 value) 
• Priority access to the Tasting Room – no line-ups (priceless)!

All ticket sales are final, no refunds or exchanges

Note: Tickets will NOT be issued. BADGES will be mailed out in February 2026 or may be picked up on site at the Vancouver Convention Centre East Festival Info office starting March 11. The badge allows access to all events within the pass.

Must be 19 or older (No Minors) to attend Vancouver International Wine Festival events.