CIDER SWIG – the Greater Peninsula Cider Festival

Event Description

I attended this in the distant past when it was the Gig Harbor Cider Swig and it was at Carrie Blake Park. It was a lot of fun, and I’m sure it still is. It’s a great chance to taste a bunch of local ciders!

Here’s the blurb from the event organizers via Eventbrite:

THE CIDERS RETURN!

The Cider Swig 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!)

• Dublin Abbey (12pm) – folk-rock with Irish passion
• Playtonics (1:30pm) – original jazz, rock, soul, pop
• P earl Django (3:15pm) – Hot Club, Gypsy swing jazz

Food (for reference — 2024 coming soon!)

• Arnolds Happy Days – classic burgers, wings, fries and more
• D awg Eat Dogs – dogs and sausages, made your way!
• L OPEZ Cocinita LAB – Authentic and unique Mexican street food with hospitality and tradition
• Jed’s Big Slice – 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 (download application)
• Hammerschlagen Competition
• Apfelweinkrug (cider-stein) holding contest
• Keg Toss Competition
• Cornhole Pit

Come Get your Swig On!

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.