SERVICES & PRICING
Two Simple Ways to Book The Mini Bar
Whether you're planning a wedding, private party, corporate event, festival, fundraiser, golf tournament, or community event, The Mini Bar offers two flexible service options to suit your event.
Choose the experience that's right for you.
HOSTED BAR SERVICE
You choose the beverages.
We take care of the rest.
Your event. Your favourite drinks. No beverage markup.
Perfect for weddings, private parties, corporate events, client appreciation nights, staff celebrations, and family gatherings.
Purchase the beer, wine, cider, and spirits you want to serve, and we’ll handle everything else.
We’ll help you determine exactly what to buy, how much you’ll need, and ensure everything is perfectly chilled for your event.
You obtain the Special Event Permit, while we provide The Mini Bar, professional bartenders, premium draft equipment, and everything needed to deliver an unforgettable guest experience.
Included with Hosted Bar Service
Truck + Taps
✔ The Mini Bar refrigerated draught truck
✔ Up to four chilled draft taps
✔ Complete draft dispensing system
Service + Supplies
✔ Professional certified bartenders
✔ Bar equipment and serving supplies
✔ Cups and ice
Planning + Setup
✔ Setup and teardown
✔ Beverage quantity planning
✔ Professional service throughout your event
EVENT PARTNER BAR
We take care of the drinks.
Your event earns revenue.
No bar costs. Just bar revenue.
Perfect for festivals, community celebrations, fundraisers, sporting events, concerts, ticketed events, and public gatherings.
Instead of paying to hire a mobile bar, partner with The Mini Bar and turn your beverage service into a revenue stream.
We obtain the required liquor licence, purchase all inventory, provide the bartenders, process every beverage sale, and manage the entire bar operation from start to finish.
Following your event, your organization receives an agreed-upon share of beverage sales.
Why organizers love this option
No upfront bar costs
✔ No rental fees
✔ No upfront inventory costs
✔ Simplified event budgeting
We handle the details
✔ No liquor licensing paperwork
✔ No beverage purchasing
✔ No volunteer bartenders needed
Revenue for your event
✔ Guests purchase beverages
✔ Sales are processed by us
✔ Revenue share after the event
Included with Event Partner Bar
Truck + Taps
✔ Refrigerated mobile draft truck
✔ Up to four chilled draft taps
✔ Professional licensed bartenders
Drinks + Licensing
✔ Beer, cider, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages
✔ Liquor licensing and compliance
✔ Complete inventory management
Sales + Operations
✔ Point-of-sale system
✔ Setup and teardown
✔ Sales reporting
Which Service Is Right for You?
Compare the two options to find the best fit for your event.
Hosted Bar Service
Event Partner Bar
You purchase the beverages
You obtain the liquor licence*
Fixed service fee
Drinks are hosted by you
Best for weddings, private parties, and corporate events
Complete control over beverage selection
We purchase the beverages
We obtain the liquor licence
No service fee
Guests purchase beverages
Best for festivals, fundraisers, and public events
Revenue generated for your event
*Need help with the paperwork? We can assist with your Special Event Permit application.
Customize Your Experience
Every event is different. Add the services that best suit your celebration.
Time & Staffing
• Additional service hours
• Additional bartenders
• Early setup
• Late breakdown
• Travel outside Greater Victoria
Beverage Service
• Four draft beers
• Cider on tap
• Wine service
• Signature cocktails
• Frozen cocktails
• Prosecco on tap
• Mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
Event Enhancements
• Custom drink menus
• Signature event cocktail
• Premium glassware
Licensing Support
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Guidance with your Special Event Permit
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Help preparing the required event details
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Support to keep the process on track