CIDER SWIG - Cider Festival

The returns for an amazing 11th year with dozens of Northwest ciders to sip, great live music, contests and games, artisan vendors, and delectable "curbside cuisine" by area chefs and their food trucks!

The tasting event showcases more than 130 NW ciders, in addition to wine, mead, beer, spirits, and other regionally crafted libations. Born out of a commitment to community and the environment, and the love for local flavor, Cider Swig connects festival goers directly with the makers. And, you can take your favorites to enjoy at home, from the Swig's Pop-up Bottle Shop!

Beyond sharing cider and other regional handcrafted sips, Washington’s largest single day cider-centered festival highlights our region's agricultural heritage, reinforces community friendships, promotes local businesses, agricultural and environmental organizations, and showcases regional talent throughout the day.

And, remember to sign up to take on your friends and other festival-goers in the Swig's second annual Hammerschlagen, Apfelweingkrug (cider stein holding) and Keg Toss competitions! More information here.

W e're coming in BIG for the 11th annual Cider Swig, in support of our watershed. Check out the amazing line-up!

2023 Cidermakers & More (for reference -- 2024 coming soon!)

2Towns Ciderhouse, 19 Acres Cider, Bauman's Cider Co., Bushel & Barrel Cider, Channel Marker Cider, Dragon's Head CiderFierce County Cider, Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Heritage Distilling Co., Incline Cider Co., Locust Cider, Nightside Distillery, Mastrogiannis Distillery & Winery, Offset Ciderworks, Oppegaard Meadery, Ole Swede Cider, Pear Up Cider, Republic of Cider, Seattle Cider, Schilling Cider, Sisters Cider House, Sky River Mead & Wine, Sleeping Giant Mead, Slightly Furry Bev Co, Sky River Mead & Wine, Snowbird Farm & Cidery, Snowdrift Cider, Spin Cider, Union Hill Cider Co.

Music (for reference -- 2024 coming soon!)

• (12pm) - folk-rock with Irish passion
• (1:30pm) - original jazz, rock, soul, pop
• (3:15pm) - Hot Club, Gypsy swing jazz

Food (for reference -- 2024 coming soon!)

• - classic burgers, wings, fries and more
• - dogs and sausages, made your way!
• - Authentic and unique Mexican street food with hospitality and tradition
• - serving up quality pizza, one slice at a time!

Contests, Competitions & Games

• Best of the Fest, People's Choice Awards
• Annual Battle of the Pies - Apple Pie Contest ()
• Hammerschlagen Competition
• Apfelweinkrug (cider-stein) holding contest
• Keg Toss Competition
• Cornhole Pit

Ticket includes: 8 drink tokens, 6 oz. festival glass, access to live music and entertainment, food, vendors, and all other festival activities.

Additional drink tokens are available at festival. ID is required. This is a 21+ event.

**Annually, the Cider Swig has brought thousands from around the region to enjoy ciders, great food, live music and fun. And, each year the Cider Swig sells out! Advance ticket purchase is required.**

OTHER FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

This is an accessible event.

Proceeds support environmental education, restoration, conservation and stewardship initiatives across our greater peninsula region.

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The Greater Gig Harbor Foundation is a qualified charitable 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the greater Gig Harbor and Key peninsula region of Washington's South Puget Sound. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

The Cider Swig is made possible by hundreds of volunteers and our Partners & Sponsors!

Host or Publisher Greater Gig Harbor Foundation