The fourth edition of the annual competition sponsored by Perrier comes to town in April
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Vancouver will host the fourth edition of the North America’s 50 Best Bars event in April.
Sponsored by Perrier, the three-day program will highlight excellence in the bars industry in Canada, the Caribbean, Mexico and the United States.
The first edition of the awards was held in New York City in 2022, followed by San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, in 2023 and 2024. This is the first time that the awards has been held in Canada.
Here’s what you need to know about the event:
When is the North America’s 50 Best Bars ceremony?
Why is the event coming to Vancouver?
“After an electrifying celebration last year, we are thrilled to bring North America’s 50 Best Bars to Canada for the very first time,” said Sleight. “Hosting the awards in Vancouver, a city renowned for its dynamic cocktail culture, stunning natural beauty and outstanding hospitality scene, allows us to highlight the city’s exceptional talent and celebrate its innovation on a global stage.”
What’s new this year?
Besides naming the top 50 bars, this year will feature the first 51-100 list. Ranked by votes from the 300-plus member North American academy of bartenders, drinks writers and cocktail experts, the expanded list will showcase additional depth and diversity in the North American cocktail scene. New awards this year include the Rémy Martin Legend of the List awards, which will honour top-performing establishments from previous rankings, as well as the Roku Industry Icon Award and Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award.
In partnership with Destination Vancouver, the event will also include highlights such as the 50 Best Signature Session, a one-time collaboration between Canadian and international bartenders.