North America’s 50 Best Bars Pop-Up Series

This month, some of the world’s best bars are coming to Vancouver – and we’re ready to raise a glass.

From April 28 to 30, in celebration of North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025, bartenders, tastemakers and cocktail enthusiasts will gather for three spirited days of creativity, craft and connection.

At Fairmont Pacific Rim, the action doesn’t stop. We’re hosting an exciting series of pop-ups and parties, designed to stir the scene and toast the best in the business.

monday, april 28

Our pop-up series kicks off with a tribute to the iconic Tommy’s Margarita, a Miami-takeover with live music, and an exciting collaboration with New York’s famed Shinji’s.

 

  • Julio Bermejo from Tommy's

    60 years of tommy’s

    3:00pm – 5:30pm | Botanist Bar

    Join Dré Masso (industry legend and co-creator of Altos tequila) and Iain McPherson (of Edinburgh’s iconic Panda & Sons bar) for an afternoon tribute to the cocktail that changed everything. Sip on perfectly crafted margaritas and palomas before diving deeper into the story behind the classic with a seminar led by Julio Bermejo, Head Bartender at Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant and the creator of the iconic Tommy’s Margarita.

    Walk-ins welcome.

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  • Group of friends enjoying cocktails in Vancouver

    grand tasting affair miami

    3:00pm – 6:00pm | The Lobby Lounge

    Transport yourself to the magic of Miami as The Lobby Lounge heats up with a Cuban band and bold cocktails. Sip your way through pop-ups from four of the city’s hottest spots – Cafe La Trova, Champagne Bar, Bar Kaiju and ViceVersa – as they bring their best behind the bar.

    Walk-ins welcome.

  • A bartener from Shinji's bar for a 50 Best Bars Pop-Up in Vancouver

    shinji’s x botanist bar

    From 8:00pm | Botanist Bar

    Two award-winning bars, one unforgettable night. Shinji’s, the acclaimed NYC cocktail destination, joins forces with Botanist Bar for an evening of bold flavours and artistry. Each bar will serve two signature creations, with elevated bites to match.

    Walk-ins welcome.

Vertical pop-up for 50 best bars

tuesday, april 29

Pre-Awards Happy Hour

3:00pm – 5:30pm | The Lobby Lounge

Kick off awards night with a cocktail in hand. The Lobby Lounge is preparing to host a pre-party featuring signature margaritas, palomas and more from a lineup of standout bars including Vertical Evolutivo, Umbra, Cure and Library by the Sea.

Walk-ins welcome.

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wednesday, april 30

cocktails with Julie Reiner

3:00pm – 5:00pm | Botanist Bar

Join us for an exclusive afternoon with Julie Reiner – trailblazing New York bar owner and global industry icon – as she brings her signature creations to Botanist Bar. Sip on her celebrated Clover Club and Milady’s Martini, and experience the craft that helped shape modern mixology.

Walk-ins welcome.

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    A world where day blurs into night, summer into winter, and food and drink are plenty. Executive Chef Hector Laguna’s menu depicts the culinary abundance and botany of the Pacific Northwest. 

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    Step into a world of modern Japanese flavours, fused with global influences, and redefined with artistry.

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