Calgary saddles up for one day of bold bites and brine-fueled fun at Big Rocky Brewery. With 40+ local vendors and music in the air, cowboys and cityfolk alike can taste, dance, and stumble into crunchy adventures.
Location
Big Rock Brewery
5555 76 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB
5555 76 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB
Date
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11AM - 7PM
Our Big Dill Partners
National Sponsors
Title Media Sponsor
Official Pickle Partner
Official Craft Soda
Official Caesar Partner
Local Sponsors
Beer Partner
Official Wine Partner
RTD Partner
Ticketing Partner
The Brine Lineup
Some of the boldest, crunchiest vendors you’ll stumble across this year!
If you are interested in applying to be a vendor, click below.
Vendor Opportunities
Show Us Your Pickle
Proudly sponsored by Putter's Pickles
Think your pickles have what it takes? Home picklers are invited to submit their best homemade pickles in one of five categories. Entries are judged in advance by a panel of pickle-loving judges, and the winners of each category, plus one overall Best in Show, are announced live at Picklefest.
Rules for Entering
- Entries should primarily be pickled cucumbers. Other pickled vegetables or fruits may be accepted in the Most Creative categories, provided they fit the category definition and meet food-safety requirements.
- Each participant may submit up to two entries total.
- Each entry must be entered into one category only.
- One clearly labelled jar is required per entry.
- Entry fee includes one festival ticket.
- Jars will not be returned.
- Total contest entries are capped at 50 per market.
Process
- Participants must submit an online entry form. Click the "Application Form" button below.
- Participants must prepare to submit one clearly labelled jar per entry.
- Participants drop off jars at location and time specified per market.
- Attend the Picklefest event for winners announcement!
Drop-off Details
Location: Big Rock Brewery (5555 76 Ave SE, Calgary, AB)
Time: Aug 5 - Aug 26, 2026 (11AM to 4PM)
Apply Below!
Application Form
