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QUESTIONS, ANSWERED.
Everything You Need to Know.
From drinks and staffing to setup and service, here are answers to the questions we hear most often.
FAQs
The Mini Bar is a fully refrigerated mobile draught truck available for weddings, backyard parties, corporate functions and special events of all sizes - from intimate gatherings to celebrations with hundreds of guests. Equipped with four chilled taps, we bring professional on-tap beverage service directly to your event.
The Mini Bar can be booked for events of all sizes, including weddings, backyard parties, birthdays, corporate functions, fundraisers, festivals, golf tournaments and community celebrations. Whether you are hosting an intimate gathering or welcoming hundreds of people, the service can be tailored to suit your event.
The Mini Bar serves beer, cider and Prosecco on tap. With four available taps, you can create a beverage selection that works for your event, your guests and the atmosphere you want to create.
The truck is equipped with four chilled taps, allowing you to offer up to four tap selections during your event. The fully refrigerated setup helps keep beverages cold and ready to pour from the first drink to the last.
Absolutely. The Mini Bar can accommodate everything from small private gatherings to events with hundreds of guests. Service details, staffing and beverage quantities will be planned according to your estimated attendance and event format.
The Mini Bar requires access to a standard 120V electrical outlet. Suitable vehicle access and a safe, level parking area are also needed. Any additional setup requirements will be reviewed with you before the event.
Yes. The Mini Bar can serve backyard parties, private properties, farms, outdoor venues and other accessible event spaces. The location must have suitable vehicle access, a safe and level place for the truck to park, and access to the required power source.
The Mini Bar primarily serves Greater Victoria and surrounding communities, with service to other Vancouver Island locations available by request. Any applicable travel costs will be included in your personalized quote.
Hosted Bar Service starts at $800. Final pricing depends on factors such as the event location, service duration, guest count, staffing and beverage setup. An Event Partner Bar option may also be available for eligible public, community or ticketed events. Visit the Services & Pricing page or submit a quote request for pricing tailored to your event.
Professional bartending service is available as part of The Mini Bar’s event service. The number of bartenders and service hours required will depend on the size and format of your event and will be clearly outlined in your quote.
Beverage purchasing and supply arrangements depend on the service option selected and the requirements of the event. Your quote will clearly explain what is included, what you are responsible for supplying and what The Mini Bar will handle.
Permit requirements depend on the event type, venue and how alcohol will be served. These details will be reviewed during the booking process so that the responsibilities of both the client and The Mini Bar are clear before the event.
Booking as early as possible is recommended, especially for weddings and popular spring and summer weekends. Dates are reserved based on availability, so submitting your inquiry early gives you the best chance of securing your preferred date.
Submit a request through the Request a Quote page and include your event date, location, approximate guest count and the type of gathering you are planning. The Mini Bar will confirm availability, review your event details and recommend the most suitable service option.
Include your event date, venue or location, estimated guest count, preferred service hours and the types of beverages you would like on tap. Providing these details helps The Mini Bar prepare a more accurate quote and recommend the right setup for your event.
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Let’s Bring the Bar to You.
Tell us about your event and we’ll help you choose the right service, setup and tap selections.
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