Brewlights – Oregon Zoo

Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 5:30 PM — Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 10:00 PM Oregon Zoo (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us for the sixth annual BrewLights, presented by TriMet, a ZooLights brew festival experience for the 21-and-over crowd with more than 45 Northwest breweries and cideries to sample from. This year promises to be the brightest BrewLights yet, with a brand-new rolling river light show on the central lawn, dozens of life-size animal lanterns along the train route and more interactive displays than ever. Walk through the famous tunnels of sparkling lights, pose next to colorful animals and make holiday memories to last all year. Enjoy live music, local food carts, and more.

BrewLights general admission tickets include a souvenir cup and 10 beverage tastings (3-oz beer/cider). Choose from 110 beer, seltzer and cider options from 45 Northwest breweries and cideries. A nondrinker ticket is also available for grown-ups interested in the lights without the alcohol.

Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. for early entry ticketholders; general admission begins at 5:30 p.m. Taps close at 9:30 p.m., and the zoo closes at 10 p.m.

Quince Fest

Sun, Nov 3, 2024
1:00 PM — 5:00 PM Bauman's on Oak (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The First Annual Quince Fest Produced by Sauvette will be taking place at Bauman’s on Oak.

This is an event open to all, whether you love quince or have yet to fall in love with the elusive and delicious country fruit.

Come join a jolly gathering of farmers, cider makers, cooks, bakers, arborists, makers of all kinds and pomme fruit enthusiasts. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about quince and taste the fruit in many forms.

Bauman’s Cider & Bauman’s on Oak will be pouring quince ciders from a variety of producers, as well as crafting a couple of special dishes.

Sponsored by Culinary Breeding Network

Brewallup 2024

Sat, Nov 2, 2024
1:00 PM — 7:00 PM Washington State Fairgrownds (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The fourth annual Brewallup Craft Beer Festival in the ShowPlex at the Washington State Fairgrounds, Saturday, November 2nd, from 1:00pm-7:00pm (doors open at 12:30pm). This strictly 21+ event is a great way for guests to sample tasty craft beers (and ciders) and enjoy a full lineup of live music inside the ShowPlex! Sip and sample, then vote for your favorite for the People’s Choice Award. A variety of food trucks will be on hand so you can enjoy lunch and dinner along with your favorite brew.

Participating cideries:

• Fierce County Ciderworks
• Offset Ciderworks
• Oddstock Cider Co.
• Lost Lake Cider
• Tieton Ciderworks

Bauman’s Cider Fest

Sat, Oct 26, 2024, 11:00 AM — Sun, Oct 27, 2024, 4:00 PM Bauman Farms (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Taste of the Orchard

Sat, Oct 26, 2024
5:00 PM — 8:30 PM Home Orchard Educaiton Center (map) Google Calendar • ICS

2024 Celebrates Cider Tasting Event

Thu, Oct 24, 2024
6:00 PM — 9:00 PM Center for Urban Horticulture (map) Google Calendar • ICS

2 Towns Ciderhouse Harvest Party

Sat, Oct 19, 2024
12:00 PM — 9:00 PM 2 Towns Ciderhouse (map) Google Calendar • ICS

2024 will mark the 14th annual Harvest Party.  What started as a small gathering of friends and supporters has developed into one of the most anticipated events in the community

Join us!

25+ Craft beverages on tap, including 2 Towns Ciderhouse, Craftwell Cocktails, and our non-alcoholic Sidekick offerings from 2 Towns!

Live music, pumpkin bar, hot cider bar, cidery tours, photo-booth, raffle, hot air balloon glow, food trucks, free shuttle service, activities and much more

Net proceeds will benefit Cornerstone Community Housing.

Get your tickets HERE

3rd Annual Topwire Fall Fest

Sat, Oct 12, 2024
12:00 PM — 5:00 PM Topwire Hop (map) Google Calendar • ICS

We have a very special day planned just for you this Saturday, October 12th. Join us for our 3rd annual Fall Fest featuring a dozen ciders on tap from some of the best cideries in the PNW. and that’s not all. These cideries will be in attendance for meet & greets, cider samples, and raffle giveaways for some of their awesome swag!

19 Acres Cider Co.
Bend Cider
Bull Run Cider
Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery
Heartland Ciderworks
La Familia Cider Co.
Portland Cider Co.
Seattle Cider Co.
Stone Circle Cider
Swift Cider
Ten Towers Cider Co.
Tieton Ciderworks

We will also have an extra special treat to pair with your cider—apple cider donuts from EZ Orchards ! Supplies will be limited so make sure to come early and get your hands on them while they last. This is a non-ticketed event. All are welcome, including kids and dogs on-leash. Make sure to take advantage of these delicious ciders and beautiful fall weather we’re experiencing.

Let the Fall Fest-ivities begin!

Vashon CiderFest

Sat, Oct 5, 2024
10:00 AM — 5:00 PM Vashon Island Chamber of Commerce (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us on Saturday October 5th, 2024 when the Vashon community celebrates of all things cider! The day will be filled with fun events, exhibits and treats for all ages.

In addition to the popular cider tastings from award-winning regional producers, this year we are excited to partner with the Vashon Fruit Club for the cider-maker competition, judged by premier regional cidermakers. This family-friendly event also includes a fruit pressing with Vashon Island Growers Association, NA beverages, food vendors, and educational activities all afternoon.

Vashon CiderFest
Saturday, October 5th, 2024

10am – 4pm – family activities including kids games and crafts, story time with the Vashon Library, fruit pressing, apple ID, apple tree starts, games, apple crisp and fresh juice sales.

12pm – 5pm – cider tasting and beverage garden.

Tasting tickets will be available onsite.

Cider has deep roots in American history. In colonial times, hard cider was by far the most popular alcoholic beverage, far more than whiskey, wine, or beer. Apple orchards were planted throughout the states, not for eating but for making cider.

Vashon is home to many small farms, specialty orchards and talented cider makers. Even the casual gardener has apple and pear trees growing in their yards and probably has a cider press in the garage.

Traveling to CiderFest? Click here for Washington State Ferry schedules from Fauntleroy, Southworth, and Pt. Defiance.

WindFall Cider Fest

Sat, Oct 5, 2024
7:00 PM — 10:00 PM Windfall Ciderfest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Idaho Cider Fest

Sat, Oct 5, 2024
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Meriwether Cider Company (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Idaho Cider Fest is coming back to Downtown Boise for its second year. The event lands in downtown Boise on Saturday, October 5, from noon to 6 p.m. This free event is set to showcase ciders from across the west with 13 cideries from five states.

“Idaho Cider Fest is more than a tasting event; it’s about cideries sharing passion and knowledge through their products” said festival creator, Molly Leadbetter. Leadbetter is the owner of Meriwether Cider and Idaho’s only Certified Pommelier. “Cider Fest is an opportunity for people to explore the diverse world of cider, support local producers, and enjoy a day of fun in the heart of Boise. It’s a true privilege to share our love for cider with the community.”

The festival will offer more than 25 ciders to taste, with 4 oz. cider pours available for one token. Tokens, $3 each, can be purchased in advance with an early bird discount online at this link. Attendees can bring their own glasses or buy a commemorative mug at the event.

The festivities will also include delicious food from downtown restaurants, local beer, games for children provided by the Downtown Boise Association’s DT Plays, and an array of local vendors, making it a day for all ages. “We wanted to support our neighbors,” Leadbetter said. “We’ve designed a true ‘block party’ where, besides cideries, all businesses on the festival street are invited to participate and feel the positive effects of the event.”

Cider Swig

Sat, Sep 28, 2024
11:30 AM — 5:00 PM Cider Swig (map) Google Calendar • ICS

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.

Whidbey Island Cider Festival

Sat, Sep 28, 2024
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Whidbey Island Cider Festival at Greenbank Farm (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Fall Cheese & Cider Festival

Sun, Sep 22, 2024
12:00 PM — 5:00 PM Skål Beer Hall (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us on Sunday September 22nd for a celebration of WA Cider and curated cheeses! Five local cider makers will be on hand to pour their Fall favorites in our covered outdoor street cafe. Come meet the makers, sample a variety of ciders, and take home a bottle or two.

Our friends from Street Cheese in Seattle will also be on hand to sample a variety of cheeses – expect local, national, and international. There will be three sessions from 12-2p, 130-330p, and 3-5p.

Participating Cider Makers include:
Greenwood Cider
Schilling Cider
Yonder Cider
Terramar
Finnriver Farm & Cidery

Tickets include six tokens to be redeemed for 4oz cider pours or 1oz cheese samples. Extra tokens may be purchased at the event. We will be selling pølse, pretzels, and other snacks to be enjoyed within the sampling space as well as n/a beverages. You may also purchase bottles of your favorite ciders to take home with you as well as cheeses directly from Street Cheese.

Cider Summit Seattle

Fri, Sep 6, 2024, 2:00 PM — Sat, Sep 7, 2024, 5:00 PM Cider Summit (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider Summit Seattle returns to our original home at the South Lake Union Discovery Center Lawn! Join us on Friday & Saturday, September 6-7 for our 13th annual festival. As always, our festival will feature approximately 150 selections from more than 40 leading cider, mead and fruit spirit and cocktail producers. This year’s event will also feature a Saturday pre-opening Cider-Cheese-Charcuterie hosted tasting, an expanded mead selection, the Heritage Cider Pavilion, the Thorntail Hard Agave cocktail & spirits lounge, craft vendors and an assortment of food and small bites available for sampling and purchase. We’ll also have several brands participating in the Oregon Fruit Products Fruit Cider Challenge, with QR code voting to determine the champion!

Event Hours
Cider Summit Seattle hours are Friday, September 6 from 3pm-8pm (with VIP admission at 2pm) and Saturday, September 7 from 12pm-5pm. Last call will take place 15 minutes prior to closing. Your ticket is good for either and both days. Re-admission is allowed at anytime during festival hours as long as you have your event tasting glass and your event wristband (still on).

Pre-Opening Cider-Cheese-Charcutrie Tasting
Our friends at Tieton Cider Works, Beecher’s Handmade Cheese and Salt Blade Hand Crafted Meats have collaborated to create four delicious pairings and will be on hand to guide attendees through the selections. (There may even be an extra surprise or two!) This limited availability event will take place prior to festival opening on Saturday, September 7 from 11am-12pm. It is limited to 60 participants and tickets are $35.00+. You must also purchase either a VIP or General Admission festival ticket in order to be allowed access to the Pre-Opening Tasting.

Dog Lounge
Humans must be 21 & over to attend Cider Summit, but dogs of all ages are welcome! Please only bring well-behaved and socialized dogs and they must remain on leash. Our Dog Lounge, hosted by Just Food for Dogs and Seattle Humane will have treats, water and more! Please stop by to find out more about these great organizations and get to know your fellow pet owners!

Craft Cider Making: Fundamentals of Hard Cider Production

Mon, Aug 19, 2024, 8:30 AM — Fri, Aug 23, 2024, 8:00 PM Oregon State University Professional and Continuing Education (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Taught by OSU Fermentation Science experts, this course will introduce you to all that is needed to successful produce your apple or pear ciders. You will learn about the fundamentals of cider making, including information on apple/pear varieties, apple/pear processing, cider chemistry, cider fermentation, sensory analysis, pasteurization, carbonation and more. Spend five days learning the fundamental techniques of cider making in Oregon State University’s fermentation labs in the heart of the Willamette Valley.

Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival

Sat, Jul 13, 2024
11:00 AM — 4:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

We are excited to announce the 2024 Orcas Island Cider & Mead Festival, a benefit for the. ORCAS ISLAND HISTORICAL MUSEUMS! It will be held Saturday – July 13th, 11am to 4pm on the Village Green in Eastsound on beautiful Orcas Island!

From 11 AM – 4 PM, the Eastsound Village Green on Orcas Island will be packed with people enjoying a multitude of ciders and meads to benefit Orcas Island Historical Museums.

The festival will have a number of cider and mead producers, their fabulous products, and lots of raving fans. Come taste and learn about some of the best ciders and meads from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. There will be live music on the stage, great local food from the Orcas Island Farmers Market right next door. And definitely make sure you purchase some bottles to take with you for later enjoyment!

Book your lodging and ferry reservations early. This time of year is a very popular time to visit Orcas.

Summer Sips @Uptown

Sat, Jul 13, 2024
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Greater Gig Harbor Foundation (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Celebrate summer, live music & local makers at the 1-stop taste event of the season. Craft beer, cider, wine, spirits & more from the 253!

In partnership with Uptown Gig Harbor and Locust Cider Greater Gig Harbor Foundation is pleased to present Summer Sips @Uptown on Saturday, July 13, from 12pm – 6pm. The hyper-local event will present 16 local makers and more than 60 handcrafted sips – replete with great live music throughout the day!

Let your taste buds run wild for a cause. Enjoy seasonal beers, wines, ciders, spirits, sodas, and other sips direct from local makers. Find a new favorite? Stop by the Sips Pop-Up Bottle Shop and grab a bottle or two to take home and enjoy – or share at your next summer BBQ.

BC Cider Fest

Sun, Jun 16, 2024
1:00 PM — 5:00 PM BC Cider Fest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate at the 5th annual BC Cider Festival on June 16th from 1-5pm at The Pipe Shop!

Mark your calendars because tickets go on sale Wednesday, April 3rd at noon! Included in your $59 ticket, you’ll enjoy a day filled with cider tastings from top producers (no tokens needed!), a keepsake glass to remember the day, a tasting booklet to guide your journey, live music to keep you grooving, and of course, good times with great company

Don’t miss out on this deliciously fun event! Get your tickets early and get ready to discover your new favorite ciders!

2024 Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest

Sat, Apr 27, 2024
11:00 AM — 7:00 PM Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us for the 9th annual Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest!
Cider Fest gives seasoned and novice cider drinkers a chance to sample cider from Oregon and Washington’s finest cider makers.  Nearly 40 cideries will be participating, with 80 ciders on tap. Grab a tasting glass, drink tokens, and find your new favorite!

The daylong event also features local craft and food vendors.

Spring showers aren’t a problem, as the cider tasting area takes place under a tent on the Hood River Event Site. Soak in the waterfront view while sipping a local cider!

Attendees under 21 are welcome for free.

Portland Spring Cider Fest

Fri, Apr 26, 2024, 11:00 AM — Sun, Apr 28, 2024, 9:00 PM Pine Street Taproom (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Portland’s Spring Cider Fest, April 26th-28th from 11 AM to 9 PM at the Pine Street Market! Over 40 different cideries participating, along with a full bar.

Tickets are on sale now for $25 through Eventbrite, and include a glass for you to keep, and 12 tastings. Additional tasters are available for purchase at Pine Street Taproom. The Pine Street Market’s food vendors include, Tita’s Juice Bar, Shanghai’s Best Dumplings, The Mini Donut Company, Little Peacock, La Carrerta Pura Vida, and Matsunoki Ramen. Minors and designated drivers are free to enter as well.

For further updates on the events tap list, please follow @pinestreetmarketpdx and @pinestreettaproompdx on Instagram.

We can’t wait to be in the spring spirit with you and enjoy some delicious ciders! Cheers!

All sales are final and there will be no refunds.

Unlocking the Full Potential of Culinary Apples

Thu, Mar 21, 2024
10:00 AM — 10:45 AM Google Calendar • ICS

Join Scott Labs and Yonder Cider for a virtual workshop on increasing quality when working with culinary apples, concentrate, and less interesting bases than cider apples. Cider makers often find that they want to scale production and need to use culinary apple juice to do that economically, but don’t want to lose the nuance and quality that comes from using cider apples. Scott Labs is collaborating with Yonder Cider to discuss how to make culinary apple juice fall more in line with a cider apple profile in terms of flavor, aroma, and texture using a variety of tannins, mannoproteins and other fermentation products.

Click here to register for this free workshop sponsored by Scott Labs.

9th Annual SheBrew PDX

Sun, Mar 10, 2024
12:00 PM — 7:00 PM The Redd on Salmon (map) Google Calendar • ICS

OMSI After Dark CiderFest, presented by 2Towns Ciderhouse

Wed, Mar 6, 2024
6:00 PM — 10:00 PM OMSI (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Meriwether Cider 8th Anniversary Party!

Sat, Feb 24, 2024
2:00 PM — 8:00 PM Meriwether Cider Co. Cidery (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us to celebrate our 8th birthday! Fun will be had by all!

• Music by Uncle Chris and other local musicians
• Food starting at 5pm by Bistro Babe
• Drink specials
• Limited release Anniversary glassware

2 Towns Ciderhouse Open House

Wed, Jan 17, 2024
10:00 AM — 2:00 PM 2 Towns Ciderhouse (map) Google Calendar • ICS

2 Towns Ciderhouse – the nation’s largest independent craft cider producer  – will open its doors for a special CiderCon Open House. Plan to arrive by 10:30 am if you’d like to join a tour of the production facility (a former helicopter hanger!). You’ll also have the opportunity to meet with cider makers, enjoy free cider tastings of more than 20 ciders as well as hot cider, and mingle with CiderCon attendees. Lunch and goodies from local food trucks will be available for purchase.

CiderCon 2024

Tue, Jan 16, 2024, 7:00 AM — Fri, Jan 19, 2024, 9:00 PM CiderCon (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Save the date for CiderCon 2024, which returns to Portland, OR this January. We hope to see you there!

Barrel 33 Holiday Cider Extravaganza

Sat, Dec 16, 2023
2:30 PM — 7:30 PM Barrel 33 (map) Google Calendar • ICS

13th Annual 2 Towns Harvest Party

Sat, Oct 14, 2023
12:00 PM — 9:00 PM 2 Towns Ciderhouse (map) Google Calendar • ICS

55+ Craft beverages on tap, including 2 Towns Ciderhouse, Craftwell Cocktails, TeaREX Killer Tea, SeekOut Hard Seltzer, and Nectar Creek Meadery, as well as some new non-alcoholic offerings from 2 Towns!

Pumpkin bar, hot cider bar, cidery tours, photo-booth, raffle, activities and more!

Advance tickets $20 via Eventbrite, or $25 at the door

Stainless carabiner mug and 3 drink tickets included with entry

Age Requirement: *21+ only* (bring valid photo ID!)

Net proceeds will benefit Unity Shelter, a non-profit whose mission is to address the needs of residents experiencing homelessness in our community.

Live Music

• DJ Casey Vann
• Melange
• Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardeners
• Ludicrous Speed
• The Incompatibles

Food Trucks

• Grindz (Hawaiian)
• Tacos El Machin
• Nick’s Soul Food
• Double JJ BBQ
• Sabor Tamale
• Cascade BBQ

Please note that parking is limited at our facilities, and we strongly recommend carpooling/ridesharing, or even better taking the shuttle to/from our facility in South Corvallis. We offer our guests a free shuttle from a number of locations throughout the town of Corvallis. Buses arrive at each stop about every 30 minutes starting 11:30 AM. Look for the A-frame signs with balloons!

Shuttle Stops:

• Downtown: Skate Park – 645 SW 2nd St Southtown
• Southtown: Sharon’s Cafe – 1894 SW 3rd St, Corvallis, OR 97333
• OSU Campus: Downward Dog – 2305 NW Monroe Ave
• North Corvallis: Ross – 2415 NW Kings Blvd
• Reser Stadium: Avery Park Rosegarden – 1200 SW Avery Park Dr.

There will also be a designated spot at our facility for rideshare or taxi pickup.

Rain or Shine: It’s Fall in Oregon, so naturally we’re prepared for whatever weather we’re blessed with, and offer tents and heaters, with indoor space and a hot cider to keep you toasty warm, but do dress appropriately, as this is an indoor/outdoor event.

Although we love our furry friends, we ask that you please leave your pets at home.

“Designated Driver Entry” ticket available without mug or drink tickets for those not drinking alcohol at the event. Still requires valid 21+ ID, non-alcoholic offerings available to “Non-Alc Bar”

Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival

Fri, Oct 13, 2023, 2:00 PM — Sun, Oct 15, 2023, 7:00 PM The Production Alliance (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Indulge in the tastes and aromas of the region during the 6th annual Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival! Appreciate the traditions and culture of growing apples and brewing cider with a truly authentic Pacific Northwest, tree-to-glass weekend experience. Attendees are welcome to join for one, two, or all three days of feasting, tasting and celebration.

Harvest Market

Sun, Oct 8, 2023
11:00 AM — 4:00 PM Junction Orchard and Cidery (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Junction + SALT are excited to welcome you join in for some fall festivities at our first Harvest Market Sunday October 8th. We look forward to inviting you to an inclusive, family + pet friendly space.Browse market booths from some of your favourite vendors, farmers + makers. Grab something delish for a harvest dinner or a little gift for yourself!Join us at our first Harvest Market – where all things fall come to life!

Vashon Island CiderFest

Sat, Oct 7, 2023
1:00 PM — 5:00 PM Vashon Island Chamber of Commerce (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us on Saturday October 7th, 2023 for CiderFest, when the Vashon community celebrates of all things cider! The day will be filled with fun events, exhibits and treats for all ages.

Cider has deep roots in American history. In colonial times, hard cider was by far the most popular alcoholic beverage, far more than whiskey, wine, or beer. Apple orchards were planted throughout the states, not for eating but for making cider. Many small farms grew cider apples and produced cider, sometimes supplementing farm worker wages with the fermented product.

Why cider lost popularity in the US is up for scholarly debate, but as more people look to eat local, support sustainable agriculture and help small farms grow artisan crafted local ciders are growing in popularity. Vashon is home to many small farms, specialty orchards and talented cider makers. Even the casual gardener has apple and pear trees growing in their yards and probably has a cider press in the garage.

KEEN’s WindFall Cider Fest

Sat, Oct 7, 2023
7:30 PM — 11:00 PM Western Town at Kittitas Valley Event Center (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The perfect pairing of Cider & Music meet again to celebrate the colors of fall in the center of Washington Ciderhouses from Puget Sound, Wenatchee, Yakima and around the region will bring enough varieties to make the most experienced taster swoon. This is a fundraiser for KEEN’s Yakima Canyon Interpretive Center project. Live music gets the crowd dancing! WindFall is an event for ages 21 and up. ID will be required. WindFall is the grandest gathering of Cider in Central Washington. Twelve or more cider houses will be doing their best to impress. Each cider house will bring two or three varieties for tasting. From dry to sweet to hopped to fruited, herbed or flowered, there’s a cider for everyone. Local restaurants and concessions will offer plentiful handy food for every taste. Beer, wine and soft drinks will also be available.

Idaho Cider Fest

Sat, Oct 7, 2023
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Downtown Boise Association & Meriwether Cider Co. (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us for the First Annual Idaho Cider Fest! On October 7th, from 12pm to 6pm, immerse yourself in the heart of Downtown Boise’s vibrant cultural scene as we transform the iconic Freak Alley Gallery into a haven of cidery delights

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we showcase the finest offerings from 9 exceptional cideries hailing from across the bountiful landscapes of the Northwest. With each sip, you’ll embark on a journey through the diverse flavors that define this beloved craft beverage. Whether you’re a seasoned cider connoisseur or a curious newcomer, the First Annual Idaho Cider Fest promises a dang good time!

Admission to this cider extravaganza is absolutely FREE, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festivities. To indulge in the delectable array of ciders, simply acquire tokens online pre-sale for a discount or at the event for a mere $4.50 each. Each token unlocks the opportunity to enjoy a pour of your choice from the remarkable selection of ciders available. From crisp and zesty to delightfully complex, there’s a cider to suit every palate. Pre-buy a 5-token bundle before the fest for 10% off! 

But that’s not all! As you savor the ciders, you can play with games thanks to the Downtown Boise Association’s DT Plays, a medley of entertaining games will be at your fingertips! In addition, local vendors will be on hand, showcasing an enticing array of products.

The First Annual Idaho Cider Fest isn’t just an event—it’s a celebration of community, craftsmanship, and the joy of discovery. Gather your friends and family, and join us for a day filled with merriment, flavor exploration, and the shared delight of embracing the fall spirit. Mark your calendars for October 7th and prepare to be a part of this unforgettable experience at the enchanting Freak Alley Gallery in the heart of Downtown Boise. Your presence will make this inaugural cider fest truly remarkable.

National Cider Month

Sun, Oct 1, 2023, 12:00 AM — Tue, Oct 31, 2023, 11:00 PM National Cider Month (map) Google Calendar • ICS

National Cider Month is a month-long celebration dedicated to illuminating the artistry of cider makers. From the dedicated apple growers to the innovative cideries, this yearly celebration provides the platform to admire the craftsmanship poured into the creation of hard cider.

Craft cideries, with their creativity and innovation, elevate the cider industry. National Cider Month honors and highlights not only the process—from apple farmers to cidermakers to those who enjoy drinking it—but also the hidden gems in your own backyard community.

Visit nationalcidermonth.com to view National Cider Month events!

Western Cider’s Harvest Party and Apple Pressing Competition

Sun, Oct 1, 2023
2:00 PM — 6:00 PM Western Cider Co. (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Western Cider’s HARVEST PARTY and 6 YEAR ANNIVERSARY will be a sweet time with FREE FOOD, team cider pressing competition, music, a special cider release, and general hootin’ and hollerin’!

2 – 6PM: FREE FRITO PIES (while l supplies last)

2-4PM: Music by The Timber Rattlers

4-6PM: CRANK – Apple Press Competition

Think you’ve got the gusto to be crowned Head Apple Wrangler? We will be using antique apple presses in a shoulder-to-shoulder battle to see who can press apples into juice the fastest.

FIRST PLACE: FREE cider for a year (one free cider per day for one year to each team member and a drinkable trophy)

SECOND PLACE: Merch and Cider

THIRD PLACE: Less Merch and Cider than Second Place

BEST TEAM UNIFORM: A mega-special prize for the best team uniform.

Bring your friends and make some wagers. Must be 21+ to enter. Sign up by 10AM on Oct 1st here

Made possible by the generous help of Missoula Urban Demonstration Project.

SPECIAL CIDER RELEASE:

Strawberry Dolgo

Cider Swig- the Greater Peninsula Cider Festival

Sat, Sep 23, 2023
11:30 AM — 5:00 PM Greater Gig Harbor Foundation (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider Swig returns, following the pandemic imposed hiatus, 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 will showcase more than 130 NW ciders, in addition to wine, mead, beer 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, the Swig’s Pop-up Bottle Shop is back, so you can take your favorites home to enjoy.

Beyond sharing cider and other local/regional crafted sips with the masses, 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.

Late Breaking News – Registration for Cider Swig Midway Competitions will open at 7am on Sept. 19th. Participation in all contests is limited and requires pre-registration, which is on a first come basis to all ticket holders.

Cider Summit Seattle

Sat, Sep 9, 2023, 3:00 PM — Sun, Sep 10, 2023, 5:00 PM Cider Summit (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us at Lake Union Park @ MOHAI for the region’s largest hard cider tasting event, featuring 150 selections from more than 40 producers. Among the selections will be local, regional and international favorites, mead, cider cocktails, fruit spirits and maybe even a few surprises! This is an outdoor event – rain or shine!

Silver Star Beer & Cider Fest

Sat, Sep 9, 2023
1:00 PM — 6:00 PM Silver Star Beer & Cider Fest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Is there anything better than craft cider and beer in the mountains? After a sellout event last year, we’re thrilled to be bringing back the Silver Star Beer & Cider Fest! This is a half-day event on Saturday, September 9th 2023, and includes craft breweries, cideries, and distilleries from around the region, alongside great food, entertainment, games, and live music. Add on options include a pairing dinner on September 8th and more great free live music on the 10th.

Camano Ciderfest

Sat, Sep 2, 2023
11:00 AM — 5:00 PM Camano Ciderfest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us on Camano Island for our first annual CiderFest! Featuring local cider makers you know and love as well as some new gems!

Little Woody Barrel-Aged Beer, Cider, & Whiskey Festival

Fri, Sep 1, 2023
5:00 PM — 10:00 PM 129 NW Idaho Avenue (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The region’s premier barrel-aged beer, cider and whiskey festival! Celebrate the craftsmanship of beer along with lawn games, live music, food trucks and the best barrel-aged beverages in the Northwest. Get your name in front of beer lovers from near and far at this highly anticipated two-day event.

Offset Ciderworks One Year Anniversary Party

Sat, Aug 26, 2023
2:00 PM — 8:00 PM Offset Ciderworks (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us on August 26th from 2-8 pm to celebrate Offset Ciderworks’ one-year anniversary! Enjoy a selection of four ciders on tap, including Off Dry, Pink Guava, Mojito, and Horchata. Indulge in delectable fare from Bread and Circuses food truck, groove to music, browse our exclusive merch (hats, anniversary shirts, and more), and win fantastic raffle prizes. One more BIG SURPRISE! Six-packs of Pink Guava will be available for purchase for the first time. Bring your family, friends, and furry pals – everyone’s welcome—entry fee: $5 which includes a drink and two raffle tickets (free for minors). Let’s raise a glass and commemorate this milestone together.

Snohomish Cider Festival

Sun, Aug 6, 2023
12:00 PM — 5:00 PM Snohomish Cider Festival (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The 2023 Snohomish Cider Festival, brought to you by the Kiwanis Club of Snohomish, is a great way to sample different hard ciders from cidermakers throughout the Northwest: some old favorites and some newcomers to the market. In addition to ciders, there will be food and music. Come on out and enjoy the afternoon with family and friends. The first weekend in August is almost guaranteed to be sunny and warm!

You must be 21 years of age or older; no children or babies. No pets other than service dogs.

Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival

Sat, Jul 15, 2023
11:00 AM — 4:00 PM Orcas Island Cider Fest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Orcas Island Cider and Mead festival happening July 15th from 11am to 4pm in Eastsound Village Green! Get ready for some fun in the sun, great music, and tasty sips. There will be cider and mead sampling from multiple regional producers, live music, and the farmer’s market! Some intriguing cider flavors include watermelon, blackberry, juicy peach, grapefruit gimlet and ginger and lime just to name a few! Some mouthwatering meads include meadjito, chamomile, blackberry current, a juniper/pine blend, a pepper mead and even a chocolate berry mead and many more exciting flavors! Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/OICiderMeadtix Proceeds benefit the Orcas Senior Center. Also, for more on-going information follow us on Facebook at Orcas Island Cider and Mead Festival or at www.orcasislandciderfest.org . Ferry reservations are now available, and we recommend you book ASAP for your ferry and accommodation.

Heartland Ciderworks Launch Party

Fri, Jun 30, 2023
5:00 PM — 8:00 PM The Place (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join Heartland Ciderworks, winner of 2023 NW Cider Cup Best New Cidery of the Year, for their official Launch Party at The Place. 5PM – closing | Light food will be provided. Meet cidermaker Eliseo Bell-Uribe and try some Heartland Ciderworks cider!

Cider Summit Portland

Fri, Jun 23, 2023, 3:00 PM — Sat, Jun 24, 2023, 5:00 PM The Redd on Salmon Street (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider Summit Portland returns on Friday/Saturday, June 23-24 for our 11th annual festival at a new location!

Join us at The Redd on Salmon Street for the region’s largest hard cider tasting event, featuring 150 selections from more than 40 producers. Among the selections will be local, regional and international favorites, mead, cider cocktails, apple spirits and maybe even a few surprises! This will be an indoor-outdoor format.

Festival Basics
> Friday, June 23 from 3pm-8pm with VIP admission starting at 2pm. Please note last pour will be at 7:45pm.
> Saturday, June 24 from 12pm-5pm. Please note last pour will be at 4:45pm.
> You may add (during the checkout process) admission to a hosted cider-cheese-charcuterie tasting from 11am-12n on Saturday. Very limited availability.
> Re-admission is allowed both days as long as you have your wristband on and festival tasting glass.

This event is strictly 21 & over – no babies allowed.

Get tickets here. 

Additional Festival Features
> Oregon Fruit Products Fruit Cider Challenge, with QR code voting to determine winner.
> Dog Lounge hosted by Portland Pet Food and DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital.
> Food available for purchase from Dano’s Dogs & Miere Catering along with additional onsite snacks.
> Live cidermaker interviews broadcast onsite and online.
> Live performance videos from many of Portland’s leading blues artists.
> Event store featuring bottles & cans to-go, festival merch and extra tasting tickets.

Check for updates @CiderSummit 

2023 Northwest Cider Cup Awards Party

Thu, Jun 15, 2023
6:00 PM — 9:00 PM Polaris Hall (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Save the date for the 2023 Northwest Cider Cup Awards Party! – Tickets available now

Join us in celebrating the winners of the 2023 Northwest Cider Cup! The Northwest Cider Cup Awards Party is an annual celebration of the best ciders in the Pacific Northwest region in over 15 categories. Winning ciders are announced at our awards ceremony, where more than 200 cider industry professionals and cider enthusiasts gather for a celebratory evening.

Each year at the Awards Party, in addition to honoring the best ciders, we also recognize the best in other categories, including Best of Show, Best New Cidery, Best Cidery of the Year (Small, Medium, Large), Best Dressed, and more.

Hors d’oeuvres will be served and ciders will be available for purchase.
Celebrate the PNW cider community in style! Fancy dress encouraged!

Buy your ticket

About the Northwest Cider Cup

The Northwest Cider Cup is a prestigious award that celebrates the most outstanding ciders in one of the strongest cider regions in the country. Founded a decade ago by regional cidermakers, the Northwest Cider Cup has become most rigorous cider competition on the United States. The cup inspires quality, provides constructive feedback to cidermakers, educates cider drinkers, and amplifies the category.

Northwest Cider Cup

Mon, Jun 12, 2023
8:00 AM — 6:00 PM McMenamins Kennedy School (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Judging for the NW Cider Cup (formerly Portland International Cider Cup) will take place at McMenamins Kennedy School on June 12, 2023.

Review the 2023 NW Cider Cup Categories Accepted

Register and enter your ciders at https://nwcidercup.com/

Interested in being a judge or a steward?  Please fill out the google form HERE 

• Questions about entering the competition and logistics? Email MJ at nwcidercup@nwcider.com
• Questions about judging, stewarding or categories? Email Jana at janad@nwcider.com

19 Acres Cider Co. Craft Beverage Fest

Sat, Jun 10, 2023
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM 19 Acres Cider Co. (map) Google Calendar • ICS

19 Acres Cider Co. is excited to host our 1st Annual Craft Beverage Fest. Join us for this 21+ event in our newly opened tasting room, with an exquisite view, while you sip on beverages from local cideries, breweries and wineries. Our event will feature live music, drool-worthy food trucks and great company. Come out for this summer time event guaranteed to leave you talking about it for months to come.

Additional drink tokens as well as bottles and cans can be purchased at event.

Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest

Sat, Apr 29, 2023
11:00 AM — 7:00 PM Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The 8th annual Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest gives seasoned and novice cider drinkers alike the chance to sample cider from Oregon and Washington’s very own cider makers.  More than twenty cideries will be participating, with over 40 ciders on tap.

The daylong event also features local craft and food vendors, and a kids’ area with giant yard games. Hood River Cider Fest guarantees a great springtime event for the whole family. Attendees 21 and under welcome for free!

Spring showers aren’t a problem, as the Cider Fest tasting area takes place under a tent on the Hood River Event Site. Soak in the waterfront view while sipping a local cider!

NW Cider Symposium

Mon, Mar 13, 2023, 2:00 PM — Wed, Mar 15, 2023, 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

NW Cider Symposium Tasting

Mon, Mar 13, 2023
4:00 PM — 6:30 PM Tacoma, WA (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Taste your way across the NW!

Get your ticket to the NW Cider Symposium TASTING to meet makers and sip ciders from more than 30  cideries.

The event will be Monday March 13 from 4:00 – 6:30 pm in Tacoma, WA.

Tickets are $30 and include 8 pours, hors d’oeuvres, a tannin tasting workout, and an evening of fun with the NW cider community.

Buy your ticket today!

Participating Cideries

2 Towns, Alma Cider, Alpenfire Cider, Art+Science, Avid Cider, Bauman’s, Blue Moon Estate Winery & Cider Worx, Double Mountain, Dragon’s Head Cider, Empyrical Cidery, Fierce County Cider, Finnriver, Greenwood Cider, Incline Cider Company, Independent Cider, Liberty Ciderworks, Locust, Lost Giants Cider Company, Madrone Cider, Merriwether, Oregon Heritage Farms/19 Acres, Portland Cider Company, Puget Sound, Republic of Cider, Schilling, Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse, Seattle Cider Company, Sisters’ Cider House LLC, Slightly Furry Beverage Company, Snowdrift Cider, Tieton Cider Works, Union Hill Cider Co., Yonder Cider

CIDER SWIG – 9th Annual Greater Peninsula Cider Festival

Sat, Sep 24, 2022
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Haub Field - LeMay Car Museum (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider Smash 2022

Fri, Jun 10, 2022, 12:00 PM — Sun, Jun 12, 2022, 6:00 PM Marina Park (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Portland International Cider Cup Awards Party

Thu, May 26, 2022
6:00 PM — 9:00 PM Swift Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join us for the Portland International Cider Cup Awards Party! This is a ticketed event. More details to come!

Portland International Cider Cup

Mon, May 9, 2022
9:00 AM — 5:00 PM Swift Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Judging for the Portland International Cider Cup will take place from 9 am- 5 pm at Swift Cider in Portland on May 9,  2022.

Judging for PICC is by invitation only. If you would like to be considered, please fill out this  2022 PICC Judge & Steward Interest Form. 

Entries open on April 4. 2022. More information available on the PICC website https://picc.nwcider.com/

Skagit Cider Fest

Sat, Apr 9, 2022
12:00 PM — 4:00 PM Farmstrong Brewing (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Viva Farms + Skagit Farm to Pint present the first ever Skagit Cider Fest.
Welcoming all cider lovers to come sample some of the best ciders in the region in the expansive Farmstrong beer garden. Meet the makers of these delicious ciders as you sample their craft and learn about the process all while supporting Viva Farms’ mission to grow the next generation of farmers!

Enjoy these ciders in the large beer garden, play your favorite lawn games, enjoy great food from Rooted Kitchen, purchase your favorite cider to take home from our festival store, and join us for an incredible afterparty concert from the legendary Baby Cakes!

TICKETS GO ON SALE 2/22

SKAGIT FARM TO PINT ROADSHOW VIP TICKETS INCLUDE ENTRY TO THIS EVENT!

The sampling event is 21+ for ticketed guest only.
The afterparty is at 5pm and is open to all ages and free to the public up to capacity.

Rain or Shine.

Runcible Cider Oregon-inspired Vermouth Launch Party

Wed, Mar 30, 2022
5:00 PM — 7:00 PM The Place PDX (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Runcible Cider is hosting a launch party for their Oregon-inspired vermouth, JOIN US!

Thank you for supporting our cider journey thus far! We have loved sharing our cider with your customers, and for the wonderful relationship we have. We are proud to bring you our newest creation, and Oregon-inspired vermouth.

Our intention has been to obtain the fullest expression of our orchard and our remarkable region – the taste of the Pacific Northwest in a sip. For this project, our aged cider has been blended with an apple brandy distillation and infused with over 35 botanicals, many of them iconic Oregon flavors. Infusions include: Douglas Fir, Blackberry, Elderflower, Hops, Chanterelles, Smoke, Cherries and more.

There will be light bites eating (think fish toasts, goat cheese tarts etc!), drink tasting, botanical smelling, good times  

2nd Annual NW Cider Symposium

Mon, Mar 14, 2022, 3:00 PM — Tue, Mar 15, 2022, 5:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The 2nd Annual NW Cider Symposium will take place March 14-15, 2022 in Tacoma, Washington. Visit the Symposium page to learn more.

The Tuesday, March 15 NW Cider Symposium will be held at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402

The Monday, March 14 Symposium Tasting will be held att Historic 1625 Tacoma Place, 1625 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409.

Big Chill Cider and Harvest Fest

Sat, Oct 9, 2021
12:00 PM — 7:00 PM Pybus Public Market (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The cider story has been unfolding over the past decade in Central Washington.  Early adaptors include Kevin Van Reenan, owner of Pear Up, located in East  Wenatchee. Van Reenan’s “perrys” helped establish the category in America and are  now in Asia and Europe. Rootwood Cider in Manson started grafting cider apples  into their fourth generation family orchard around eight years ago. Today, they’re  pouring at two visitor locations. All through the region portions of family orchards are  being repurposed to help the cider flow. Some labels like Manchester Road, a  consistent crowd favorite, are inspired by classic British beverages, others like Union  Hill are innovating new territory. The awards and results speak for themselves.  

On October 9, 2021, virtually all of the region’s hard cider makers will be pouring at  the third annual Big Chill Cider and HarvestFest, staged this year for the first time at  Pybus Public Market. Celebrate the season with over 40 choices of cider from 14  labels along with displays, games, music, food, cider making and a free kid’s harvest  play area. Discover the intricacies of cider and what to serve with it while visiting  with the makers behind the flavors. The Big Chill also hosts the biggest, annual  cider pop-up store in Eastern Washington, offering virtually every Central WA hard  cider including Pear Up, Rootwood, Manchester Road, ChelanCraft, Archibald  James, Union Hill, Bad Granny, Phillippi, Ole Swede, Snowdrift, Steelhead, Barns  Etc, Centre Ring, and introducing Watercore.  

From dry to sweet, from pear to apple, explore the newest and finest entries onto the  local beverage scene at The Big Chill Cider and Harvestfest. Tickets start at $25 for  this outdoor event and can be purchased: https://savorcentralwa.com/events.

Washington Cider Week

Thu, Sep 9, 2021, 12:00 PM — Sun, Sep 19, 2021, 8:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

A grand celebration of Washington Cider! The celebration will be smaller this year because of Covid but keep up to date on facebook.com/waciderweek

Northwest Cider Symposium 2021

Tue, Mar 16, 2021, 9:00 AM — Thu, Mar 18, 2021, 12:15 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The Northwest Cider Association invites you to our first annual NW Cider Symposium on March 16-18, 2021. An event for Northwesterners passionate about making cider. Learn. Ask. Connect. Grow.

Virtual Tasting: NW Cider Symposium + NW Cider Club

Tue, Mar 16, 2021
4:30 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Order your Discover Washington Box.

Meet with cidermakers from across Washington state, as we host our premier Virtual Tasting for the NW Cider Club! Cidermakers from NW Cider Club’s spring 2021 Discover and Elevated Boxes will be live to answer questions and share details about their cider, cideries (from Seattle to Wenatchee) and the passion that inspires them. NW Cider Club members and Symposium attendees are invited to join in and learn firsthand about a wide range of offerings, crafted from Washington apples and pears. Preview what will be in the tasting line up here!

Symposium attendees will participate in the tasting through the virtual event platform and club members can watch via facebook live.

Northwest Cider Club – Discover Oregon!

Sun, Nov 1, 2020, 12:00 AM — Sun, Nov 22, 2020, 11:00 PM Northwest Cider Club (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join the club at nwciderclub.com 

The Northwest Cider Club  brings you into the heart of the craft cider movement—sharing the creativity and passion of more than 100 independent cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest.

Become a member and you’ll receive a box or two of hard to find, expertly curated ciders each season. Visit the website for more information

Vashon Island Cider Tour

Sat, Oct 17, 2020
1:00 PM — 4:00 PM Vashon Island, WA (map) Google Calendar • ICS

For 2020 Ciderfest, the Vashon Chamber of Commerce is selling a limited supply of unique Ciderfest boxes online from 9/25-10/14. Our traditional Ciderfest event is not possible this year, so we’re boxing the fest for you! The curated boxes include three Vashon ciders, Island grown and made creations ready for pick-up at the Vashon Island Village Green on Saturday, October 17th.

Proceeds from each box purchased support VIGA’s Food Access Partnership, which works to increase access to fresh food for all while supporting local farmers, and the Vashon Chamber of Commerce, furthering its ability to provide business & community support.

In conjunction with your Ciderfest box, physical Orchard Tours will take place from 1-4 pm on Oct. 17th at three Island orchards. You’re invited to tours hosted at the orchards of Vashon Island Fruit Club, Dragon’s Head Cider, and Nashi Orchards. Take a tour before or after picking up your box!

Cider Swig: Drive-Thru Edition In Tacoma and Gig Harbor

Sat, Sep 26, 2020, 12:00 PM — Sun, Sep 27, 2020, 4:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The 7th annual Cider Swig celebration returns! While a bit different due to the current safety guidelines and requirements, we are excited to offer To-Go Cider Swig Kits!

As much as we would love to be celebrating our 7th annual event with you it’s just not possible this year. However, it doesn’t mean you can’t get your cider fill! We’ve been diligently working to put on Cider Swig: Drive-Thru Edition. We are partnering with several of our longstanding Washington-based cider vendors to create two “festival to-go” tasting kit options. While we can’t be sipping and enjoying together, we hope you can enjoy a bit of festival cheer from the comfort of your own home!

Come get your swig on Saturday and Sunday, September 26th & 27th, from 12 PM to 4 PM each day. Saturday kit pick-up will take place at LeMay America’s Car Museum; Sunday kit pick-up will be located at Uptown Gig Harbor in the IMAX parking lot. When you purchase your kit, please specify your pick-up location. More info on FACEBOOK

Montana Cider

Sat, Sep 26, 2020, 7:00 AM — Sat, Oct 3, 2020, 11:50 PM Montana (map) Google Calendar • ICS

A Celebration of Montana Craft Cider

Pick up cider from your cidery, local bottle shop, or store and get to celebrating!

Find a cidery on the NWCA Cider Map:

Visit Map

Find cider at:

Vashon CiderFest 2020 Cider Boxes and Orchard Tours

Fri, Sep 25, 2020, 9:00 AM — Wed, Oct 14, 2020, 8:00 PM Vashon Island, WA (map) Google Calendar • ICS

For 2020 Ciderfest, the Vashon Chamber of Commerce is selling a limited supply of unique Ciderfest boxes online from 9/25-10/14. Our traditional Ciderfest event is not possible this year, so we’re boxing the fest for you! The curated boxes include three Vashon ciders, Island grown and made creations ready for pick-up at the Vashon Island Village Green on Saturday, October 17th. Purchase your Ciderfest box HERE

Proceeds from each box purchased support VIGA’s Food Access Partnership, which works to increase access to fresh food for all while supporting local farmers, and the Vashon Chamber of Commerce, furthering its ability to provide business & community support.

In conjunction with your Ciderfest box, physical Orchard Tours will take place from 1-4 pm on Oct. 17th at three Island orchards. You’re invited to tours hosted at the orchards of Vashon Island Fruit Club, Dragon’s Head Cider, and Nashi Orchards. Take a tour before or after picking up your box!

Washington Cider Week September 10-20, 2020

Thu, Sep 10, 2020, 12:00 PM — Sun, Sep 20, 2020, 10:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The Northwest Cider Association Brings You The Tenth Annual Washington Cider Week (Sept 10-20th, 2020).

The Northwest Cider Association’s (NWCA) tenth annual Washington Cider Week, will look different from previous years but the show goes on.  Connection, community and cider sales are needed more now than ever, so we are moving Washington Cider Week to a virtual platform. For all the events and details head over to Washingtonciderweek.org

Montana Cider Celebration in a Box

Wed, Sep 9, 2020, 12:14 PM — Sun, Oct 4, 2020, 11:59 AM The Dram Shop (map) Google Calendar • ICS

BC Cider Week

Thu, Aug 6, 2020, 4:00 PM — Sun, Aug 16, 2020, 11:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Discover NW ciders from the BC interior to the Islands with events re-imagined this year to keep you safe and healthy. Details at BC Cider Week on Facebook.

Seattle Cider Co. Meet the Maker (at home)

Thu, Jul 2, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Connect with Seattle Cider and Meet the Maker from the comfort of your own home.

How does it work?
1. Order online or pick up locally the three featured ciders.

Here’s the tasting line up: Seattle Cider Meyer Lemon Sparkling, Marionberry (their newest seasonal!) and 2017 City Fruit.

Order online

2. Register (for free) https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsc-itpjooGNHMfCPrejaNQOlRyMBq7mf0

3. Tune in via zoom 5pm PT 7/2 and taste and learn along with the maker!

Seattle Cider Company is Seattle’s first cidery since Prohibition, bringing true craft cider back to Seattle and across the country. We’ll meet with with Seattle’s Scott Katsma, Director of Fermentation and Innovation.

Learn about their story and taste Seattle Cider Meyer Lemon Sparkling, Marionberry (their newest seasonal!) and 2017 City Fruit.

Order online or pick up your cider at numerous retail locations and tune in.

Want to shop locally? You can click into the interactive map https://www.seattlecidercompany.com/
and search for a store that carries Seattle Cider near you. Or you can always just tune in, connect and learn.

Cheese & Cider For All

Sat, Jun 27, 2020
3:00 PM — 4:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

In celebration of 2020 OR Cider Week, Northwest Cider Association and Portland’s nationally recognized Cheese Bar present a cheese and cider pairing class with Nikki Panos.

Register for FREE here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpd-Gtpj8tE9zbn59Ejh1zkzZHhy5epo2b

Nikki has curated a special cheese and cider line up to delight your taste buds and help you become familiar with the underlying principles of great pairings so you can pair like a pro. Pre-order your cheese and cider from Cheese Bar online https://cheese-bar.square.site/ or call 503-222-6014 then tune in on zoom for an interactive guided cheese and cider class. We will help you make pairing easy.

Not in Portland? No worries, cheese and cider is for everyone! If you aren’t in the area or don’t have the ability to pick up the curated line up you can still tune in and enjoy a great class.

Check out the OR Cider Week page https://www.oregonciderweek.com/ for our alternate cheese and cider recommendations and for more great content for Oregon Cider Week, 6/18-28!

2 Towns Cider Virtual Happy Hour

Thu, Jun 25, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Celebrate the 9th annual Oregon Cider Week (6/18-28) with on of the most recognized and awarded cideries in the state. Connect with 2 Towns Cider in Corvallis, Oregon. We’ll taste their: Prickly Pearadise, 2018 vintage Cidre Bouche and a third TBA cider… stay tuned! Get your ciders, sign up for free and tune in to join us! Find your Cider: Local Shops, Local Shipping or Order online. Register for free!

How does it work? Simple. Order your cider 5-7 days in advance (shipped to your door!), register for free then tune in via zoom. Enjoy a complimentary guided tasting with the maker. Hear their unique cider stories first hand and get your questions answered in real time. We are happy to be able to offer this programing at no cost to either cidermakers or cider lovers to help support our makers during this challenging time.

Cider Fest in a Box! A Virtual After Party with PDX Cider Summit Makers

Sat, Jun 20, 2020
6:00 PM — 7:30 PM Google Calendar • ICS

2020 Portland Cider Summit looks a little different this year. With the need to maintain social distancing in the face of COVID-19, the Cider Summit team is assembling a curated selection of regional ciders, neatly packaged for advanced order and contactless pick up 12-5pm Saturday, 6/20.

The Festival box includes a great line up of ciders, a keepsake festival glass and bar towel… but that’s not all! To enhance your enjoyment of your “Festival To-Go” tasting kit, in celebration of the 9th annual Oregon Cider Week (6/18-28) Cider Summit has partnered with Northwest Cider Association to bring you Cider Fest in a (Zoom) Box! A Virtual Oregon Cider Week Party with the 2020 PDX Cider Summit Makers. Purchase your $8 ticket to the Virtual Fest when you buy your cider: https://www.cidersummitnw.com/tickets
We’ll send you all the details so you can tune in and join us 6-7:30pm Saturday, 6/20.

After all, Cider Summit is about world class cider and making connections. We are happy to help safely connect you with friendly faces of the cideries you know and love. Join us for 90 minutes of solid entertainment and fun as we ask makers to go beyond the tasting notes and deliver their best jokes, juggling and songs to make you smile and share some levity. Enjoy unprecedented entertainment in unprecedented times! The evening includes a pop-up concert from local musician, Norman Sylvester.

Cider Fest in a (Zoom) Box is produced by Northwest Cider Association, a working 501(c)3 non-profit that supports NW cideries connecting with cider lovers.

Please note, the Cider Fest in a (Zoom) Box ticket is an add-on to the Festival To-Go Tasting Kit. Virtual Fest ticket fees support NWCA in helping cideries around the region, who have been hard hit during this time. Cider Festival in a (Zoom) Box ticket fee is $8 and available here: https://www.cidersummitnw.com/tickets

(Take Out!) Cider Dinner with ST. JACK’s

Thu, Jun 18, 2020, 3:00 PM — Sun, Jun 28, 2020, 8:00 PM ST. JACK restaurant & bar (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Portland’s acclaimed ST. JACKS’s restaurant has kept fans well fed during this dynamic time by offering mix and match meals made of fresh ingredients from local farmers for take out, 7 days a week, 3-8pm.

Lucky for cider lovers, St. Jack’s chef is getting in on the fun of Oregon Cider Week, 6/18-28 crafting custom cider paired entrees! Order your cider paired meal for take out online: https://app.upserve.com/s/st-jack-portland

The product of a lifetime of study and passion, St. Jack is an ode to the bouchons, or esteemed cafés of Lyon, France, and to Chef Aaron Barnett’s take on the humble excellence of rustic French cuisine. Barnett knows amazing culinary fare and artisanal libations. From regional wines and craft cocktails, microbrews to cider, St. Jack’s menu always offers a hearty helping of thirst quenching selections.

For Oregon Cider Week, St. Jack’s is teaming up with Alter Ego Cider. Alter Ego offers award winning, small, hand-crafted cider batches made in Portland, OR.

Stay tuned for special pairings that you can enjoy in the comfort of your own home all 10 days of cider week!

St. Jack is located at 1610 NW 23rd Ave, Portland OR 97210 Open 3-8pm, open 7 days a week for take out only! Order your cider paired meal for take out online: https://app.upserve.com/s/st-jack-portland

Art and Science Cider+Wine Virtual Happy Hour

Thu, Jun 18, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Art + Science, Cider + Wine is an original family run operation.  Kim Hamblin is ‘artistic director’ and/or ‘head apple picker,’ Dan Rinke is the ‘science’ of Art + Science, in charge of the magical fermentation processes and their son Cash is perhaps reluctantly, ‘in training.’ They are natural cider, perry, and wine producers using primarily foraged fruit & fermenting with indigenous yeast in rural Yamhill County, Oregon. Here’s what we will taste: Bird Brain Perry, Mutualism and Humble Perry, available through select retailers and for order online look for the “NWCA Happy Hour Perry Pack.” Register for free today and join us!

How does it work? Simple. Order your cider 5-7 days in advance (shipped to your door!), register for free then tune in via zoom. Enjoy a complimentary guided tasting with the maker. Hear their unique cider stories first hand and get your questions answered in real time. We are happy to be able to offer this programing at no cost to either cidermakers or cider lovers to help support our makers during this challenging time.

Oregon Cider Week June 18-28, 2020

Thu, Jun 18, 2020, 12:00 PM — Sun, Jun 28, 2020, 10:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

10 day celebration of our local cider scene across Oregon! Oregon Cider Week is back for its ninth year this June 18th to 28th with a slate of events that will transport drinkers even while they #stayhome. Find more at https://www.oregonciderweek.com.

Dragon’s Head Cider Virtual Tasting

Thu, Jun 11, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Wes and Laura Cherry moved to Vashon Island in 2010 with the dream of planting an orchard and starting a cidery. Today, their orchard is full of cider apple and perry pear trees. Their award winning ciders tell the story that apples alone can tell through cider. Dragon’s Head Cider in Vashon, Washington takes a traditional approach to cider making. Their focus is on the apple varieties and the quality of the fruit. We’ll taste their Sparkling Perry, Heritage, and Wild Pet Nat. Available through select retailers, curbside pick up and available for order online. Register for free and join us!

How does it work? Simple. Order your cider 5-7 days in advance (shipped to your door!), register for free then tune in via zoom. Enjoy a complimentary guided tasting with the maker. Hear their unique cider stories first hand and get your questions answered in real time. We are happy to be able to offer this programing at no cost to either cidermakers or cider lovers to help support our makers during this challenging time.

Union Hill Cider Virtual Cider Tasting June 4!

Thu, Jun 4, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The story of Union Hill Cider in Wentachee, WA began in 2012, when orchardist and beer fanatic roommates got curious about fermenting cider. Fifty acres of cider apples and 8 years later tune in to taste the fruits of their labor. We’ll travel along their cidermaking journey and learn how combining their skills and love of apples enabled them to make the best cider. We’ll enjoy their Pinkheart and Hopped & Hazy Ciders. Order your ciders online or purchase locally in  WA. Please register in advance and join us!

Virtual Happy Hour with Creek & Gully Cider

Thu, May 28, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

May 28 Virtual Happy Hour features Creek & Gully of British Columbia. We’ll taste their 2018 Orchard Blend, 2019 Century (Pet-Nat), and 2019 Aurora (Gamay Golden Blend).

Register to attend

All three ciders are available online, for pick-up, and at a variety of Liquor Stores.

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Virtual Happy Hour with Finnriver Farm & Cidery

Thu, May 21, 2020
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

May 21 Virtual Happy Hour features Andrew and Crystie from Finnriver Cidery. Join this guided tasting of Finnriver’s Farmstead, Autumn’s Blush, and Golden Russett Ciders.

You can purchase cider at https://www.finnriver.com/order-online and in regional retail placements in multiple states: https://www.finnriver.com/where-to-buy

Finnriver is offering weekend curbside pick-up for local pre-orders and FREE SHIPPING (on orders over $99) or 15% off all Finnriver items!

Register to attend

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Virtual Happy Hour with Western Cider

Thu, May 14, 2020
4:00 PM — 5:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

May 14 Virtual Happy Hour features Western Cider from Montana. Join us to taste their Wickson Single Variety, Great Bear Community, and McIntosh Single Variety ciders.

Register to attend

These ciders are available at https://westerncider.com/buy-cider  for direct shipping AND www.westerncider.com/delivery for Missoula, MT residents.

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Virtual Happy Hour with Meriwether Cider

Thu, May 7, 2020
4:00 PM — 5:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

May 7 Virtual Happy Hour features Meriwether Cider in Boise, Idaho. Join us for a complimentary guided tasting of their Foothills Semi-Dry, Hop Shot and Grapefruit Rosemary Ciders.

Register to attend

These ciders are available:
~To-go from both of their Boise locations,

~ For local home delivery –
ORDER HERE –> https://meriwether-cider.square.site

~ For curbside pickup at either Meriwether location –
ORDER HERE –> https://meriwether-cider.square.site/

~ For shipping out of town
ORDER HERE –> https://www.meriwethercider.com/buycider

Please register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIscOivrj0pGdDgwC5pbVmOnjx_WfBoDbGn

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Virtual Happy Hour with Bauman’s Cider

Thu, Apr 30, 2020
4:00 PM — 5:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

April 30 Virtual Happy Hour features Christine of Bauman’s Cider in Gervais, Oregon. Enjoy a guided tasting featuring their Strawberry Mojito, Farmer’s Old Fashioned and Peach Bellini.

Register to attend

Available for online order https://www.baumanscider.com/ or free local delivery to Portland/Salem, OR area. If you are ordering online you can use code: NWHappyHour for free out of the area shipping through 5/1/20. Look for the ‘Happy Hour Pack’ that includes two bottles of each cider we will be tasting (6 bottles total!).

Registration is required: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvcu6qrz4qGdffOfUJbcAulJcFc6eqGkq6

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Virtual Happy Hour with Sea Cider

Thu, Apr 23, 2020
4:00 PM — 5:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

April 23 Virtual Happy Hour features Sea Cider’s Pippins, Bramble Bubbly and Rumrunner (Canada)/Prohibition (USA). Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Register to attend

Connect with Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse of BC, Canada. Kristen will share their cider story and lead a guided tasting of their Pippins, Bramble Bubbly and Rumrunner (Canada)/Prohibition (USA). Please note the last cider is the same, with two different names/labels for the Canada and US Markets.

Sea Cider is distributed throughout B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Washington, & Illinois. To purchase ciders retail you can use “where to buy” https://www.seacider.ca/where-to-buy/

You can also order online (Canada only) https://sea-cider-farm-ciderhouse.square.site/

For additional help procuring their ciders you can contact their Regional Manager: kyla@seacider.ca

This tasting and happy hour is offered complimentary. Please register in advance:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrce6sqj8vzqtvlUopQXfR-RGx-HhCYg

Northwest Cider Virtual Happy Hour Series:

Northwest Cidermakers are industrious, innovative dreamers and doers who are digging deep to find resilience and share good cheer during this dynamic time. The Northwest Cider Association wants to help you authentically connect with these award winning makers– we invite you to take a tour around the region to virtually visit with cidermakers across the Pacific Northwest. Each week, we meet with a different cidermaker, enjoy a guided tasting of (3) of their selected ciders (or perries!) and go behind the scenes to learn more about their unique cider story. Support local makers by ordering or picking up their tasting selection in advance and register for free. Tune in Thursdays at 4pm PT to raise a glass and drink in the people, place and passion of Northwest Cider.

Social Media Deep Dive

Fri, Apr 10, 2020
12:30 PM — 1:30 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Learn how to maximize your cidery’s social media following, how to better understand your analytics and how to avoid common pitfalls.

Packaging & Shipping Cider

Tue, Apr 7, 2020
12:30 PM — 12:30 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Join Vessel Packaging & and Great Little Box Co in learning about packaging and shipping options to help you pivot your cider business model.

Innovative Ways to Sell Cider Now

Fri, Apr 3, 2020
12:30 PM — 1:30 PM Google Calendar • ICS

Curb-side sales, home deliveries, and online sales – let’s talk about what you can do NOW to keep selling cider.

Swift Cider Taproom Grand Opening!

Fri, Mar 6, 2020
4:00 PM — 9:00 PM Swift Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Portland, Oregon – Swift Cider opened their first ever taproom this February and they are inviting the community to celebrate the Grand Opening on Friday March 6 from 4pm to 9pm at 100 NE Farragut Street #101, Portland, Oregon. 

After years as one of Portland’s leading distributed cider producers, Swift’s jump into retail marks a major milestone: “Opening the taproom means drinkers can taste the dozens of seasonal and small-batch barrel-aged ciders that we release in limited quantities each year,” says founder and head cider maker Aidan Currie.  

From their twelve taps, Swift pours a rotating lineup of their own ciders alongside craft beer, wine, guest cider taps, hard seltzer, kombucha, water kefir and CBD soda. “Our local neighborhood, Piedmont, was founded by prohibitionists, so there has historically been a limited number of bars here. We created a community space where you can appreciate great cider and all types of fermented beverages,” says Currie. 

The 500 square foot taproom seats 39 in a warm industrial space notable for its timbers-trussed ceiling, stainless tanks, oak barrels, warm lighting, local art, and greenery. A discreet projector screens local sports while a shuffleboard table and stack of board games invites patrons to play. Plans are in the works to add patio seating by summertime. To complement the drinks, Swift stocks a regular menu of snackable, allergen-friendly bites and plans to run pop-up food nights to showcase their favorite cider pairings. 

During the Grand Opening Party, Swift will run cidery tours and let visitors explore their new digs in the newly renovated General Industry building, which houses a collection of local maker businesses. Their neighbor Happy Mountain Kombucha will also host a showcase of their new space down the hall. A Champagne toast is scheduled for 7pm that will kick off the music and dancing. All ages are welcome. 

Swift Cider launched in 2015 and has grown into a regionally distributed cider brand in Oregon, Washington and Idaho. They have a mission to make exceptional cider with fresh, whole ingredients and inspire playful, creative communities like their namesake the Chapman Swifts. Their ciders have earned significant acclaim at the world’s largest cider competitions with 21 medals, including the Best Medium Cidery of the Year at the Portland International Cider Cup. Their normal taproom hours run Thursday and Friday from 4pm to 9pm and Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm.

Soundbite Cider’s Winterfest

Sat, Feb 8, 2020
1:00 PM — 10:00 PM Soundbite Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider & Perry Production – A Foundation

Mon, Oct 21, 2019, 8:00 AM — Fri, Oct 25, 2019, 4:00 PM WSU Mount Vernon NW Rec (map) Google Calendar • ICS

This five-day course provides students with expert knowledge of cider and perry principles and practices. The curriculum is taught by WSU fermentation specialist, Bri Ewing, and includes information regarding cider culture, production, science, and business. Students of this course will participate in hands-on sensory demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and blending trials. The course is located at WSU Mount Vernon NWREC.

The course involves hands-on practical lab work, lectures, workshops, and cider tastings that include:
– A detailed step-by-step guide to cider and perry production
– An understanding of the chemistry and microbiology behind cider and perry
– Practical training in the key skills of cider production and methods of laboratory analysis
– Introduction to sensory analysis of cider and perry
– Experienced guest lecturers
– CINA Certification Exam – Required for advanced modules coming in 2019

To sign up go to https://cideroctober19.brownpapertickets.com/

Windfall Cider Fest and Roots Music

Sat, Oct 5, 2019
3:00 PM — 9:00 PM E 8th Ave & N Alder St (map) Google Calendar • ICS

WindFall is the biggest gathering of craft cider in central Washington. Twelve cider houses and four live Bluegrass-Americana-Folk bands come together in Ellensburg to harvest the tastes and tunes of the season.
It’s a lively and fun benefit event with enough flavors to make the most experienced taster swoon. Nationally touring and local bands light up the stage at the KVEC Western Town to help you and your friends create memories that will last forever.
WindFall is the best new festival around! Don’t miss it!
Food, beer, wine and soft drinks are also available.
Please visit www.windfallciderfest.org for more information.

Newport Cider Festival

Fri, Oct 4, 2019, 12:00 PM — Sat, Oct 5, 2019, 9:00 PM Newport Armory (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Celebrating the beauty and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest, the Cider Festival is a great way to welcome the arrival of fall. Enjoy the work of local artisans, Oregon craft brews,  Pacific Northwest ciders and wine.

Adults: $12.00

Kids 3-12: $8.00

Live Music

Food Trucks

Family Friendly

www.facebook.com/newportciderfest

Montana Cider Week 2019

Sat, Sep 28, 2019, 10:00 AM — Sat, Oct 5, 2019, 11:00 PM Montana (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Explore Montana ciders across the state. Events will include festivals, tap takeovers, cider pairing meals at our fav local restaurants, and much more. Stay tuned.

6th Annual Cider Swig in Gig Harbor!

Sat, Sep 28, 2019
11:30 AM — 4:30 PM Sehmel Homestead Park (map) Google Calendar • ICS

THE CIDERS RETURN FOR THE 6th ANNUAL CIDER SWIG!

The Cider Swig returns to Gig Harbor with dozens of regional ciders to sip, live music and entertainment on two stages, the annual “Battle of the Pie” Contest, apple launching, award winning delectable “curbside cuisine” by area chefs, restaurants and food trucks, the Kids Applet Drop-off Center, and more!

Northwest cidermakers will present over 100 ciders (and related libations). The popular Apple Carnivàle returns – replete with performers, arts and crafts, dancers, an array of carnival games, inflatable obstacle course, sticky wall, face painting, apple launching, demonstrations, and other fun and games.

Ciders presented for sampling in the Cider Garden, sponsored by UPTOWN Gig Harbor, will be for sale under the Cider Tent, so you can take your favorite ciders home to enjoy!

Come Get your Swig On!

Ticket includes: 5 drink tokens, 6 oz. festival glass, and access to all live music and entertainment, food, the Apple Carnivàle Zone, and all other festival activities.

Additional cider tokens are available at festival. ID is required to enter the Cider Garden. Must be 21+ to enter the Cider Garden.

**Each year the Cider Swig brings thousands from around the region to enjoy ciders, great food, live music and family fun. And, each year the Cider Swig sells out! Advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged.**

OTHER FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

This is an accessible family-fun and dog-friendly event. Dogs are required to be on leash and under the control of their owners at all times.

Music: American Idol star and Fox Island native, Ruthie Craft; contemporary rock and a little bit country band Sounds Like Doloreswill get you up a dancin; singer, songwriter, pianist, and Gig Harbor native Maddy Dullum; and accomplished composer and lyricist Kristen Marlo, who’s broad appeal is reflected in the different artists she has opened for including Sara Bareilles, Allen Stone, The Bravery, and Eric Church.

The Applet Center (drop-off and activities), is hosted by GGHF Curious by Nature School in the Volunteer Vern Pavilion. For a small fee, children ages 3 to 12, can play games, create art, and have a blast in a safe, clean environment while you enjoy the Cider Garden and other festival activities.

Cider Swig proceeds support environmental education, restoration and conservation efforts across our greater peninsulas.

For more information call or email us:

• (253) 514-6338
• ciderswig@gigharborfoundation.org

Bauman’s 4th Annual Cider Festival

Sat, Sep 28, 2019, 11:00 AM — Sun, Sep 29, 2019, 4:00 PM Bauman's Farm and Garden (map) Google Calendar • ICS

What better place to enjoy some of the best ciders in the Northwest, including our own Bauman’s Cider, than at Bauman’s Harvest Festival! The Bauman Family has been growing apples since the farm was first homesteaded in 1895, and Great-grandpa Stephen used to make cider in the old barn for friends and family alike.

Together with our sponsor Capitol Auto Group, we have invited our friends, some of the top local ciders in the Northwest, to join us in our fourth annual Cider Festival. We will all be under one roof….rain or shine…for your tasting and drinking enjoyment! Attendees will be invited to vote for their favorite ciders and afterwards, a people’s choice winner will be crowned!

This Cider Festival event will take place within the Bauman’s Harvest Festival over two days: September 28 & 29, 2019. Cider Festival hours will be from 11 AM to 4 PM each day.

$20 Tasting Fee INCLUDES:
– 8 Tasting Tickets
– a Bauman’s Cider Festival tasting glass
– Harvest Festival general admission ($8 value)

Kids are allowed into the Cider Festival as long as they are accompanied by their parent(s) or adult guardian(s). Must be 21 or older to participate in the Cider Festival

Online ticket sales will be available shortly as will the list of cideries attending. Be sure to reserve the date on your calendar and stay tuned for more info!

TerpFest NW

Sat, Sep 21, 2019
12:00 PM — 8:00 PM Cider Riot! (map) Google Calendar • ICS

TerpFest NW is the first terpene beverage focused festival bring together cider, beer and cannabis culture. Terpenes are responsible for the aromas and flavors we perceive in all of our favorite beverages and flower. The festival features 8 uniquely infused beverages to create a one of a kind drinking experience.

Come taste 4 beers and 4 ciders at an event sure to tantalize your tastebuds with profiles like Jack Herer, Tangie, Golden Pineapple and more!

Brewery/ Terpene pairings are as follows:

Xylem Cider- Jack Herer
Grixsen Brewing- Forbidden Fruit
Swift Cider- Pie Hoe
Rev Nat’s Cider- Grapefruit Romulan
Cider Riot!- Cherry Pie
Coalition Brewing- Golden Pineapple
West Coast Grocery Co.- Black Lime
Base Camp Brewing- Tangie

Herbsstock

Sat, Sep 14, 2019
4:00 PM — 10:00 PM Herb's Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Our first annual Herbsstock is a celebration of two years in production and many more to come! We are shutting down the street in front of the Herb’s Cider tasting room and will have a 21 and up cider garden, live music and food trucks!

English Cider and Cheese Experience!

Sat, Aug 24, 2019
4:00 PM — 8:00 PM Stone Circle Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Four of Oregon’s premiere English West Country cidermakers share their ciders, stories, songs and exhibits, along with an Oregon vs English cheese smackdown. Presented by Stone Circle Cider, Slake Cider, Runcible Cider, and Cider Riot! Taste 2 ciders and 1 perry from legendary producers in England and 2 ciders and 1 perry from each Oregon cidermaker. Tickets include samples of 8 ciders, 4 perries and 4 cheeses. Learn about traditional bittersweet apple varieties, proper cider, and the culture of cider in the English West Country.

Advanced tickets at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-english-cider-and-cheese-experience-tickets-68267406651

5th Annual Sausage and Cider Fest in Covington WA!

Sat, Aug 17, 2019
4:00 PM — 7:00 PM Covington Community Park (map) Google Calendar • ICS

The Sausage

The Cider

The Entertainment

Lost Giants Cider 1st Anniversary Celebration!

Sat, Jun 15, 2019
12:00 PM — 9:00 PM Lost Giants Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

BC Cider Week 2019

Fri, Apr 26, 2019, 12:00 PM — Sun, May 5, 2019, 11:00 PM Google Calendar • ICS

The Northwest Cider Association invites you to celebrate it’s 5th annual British Columbia Cider Week. This week long series of events will take place around the province from Victoria to Kelowna with 5 major festivals where you can meet the makers and sip from the 30 makers across the province!

Cider Rite of Spring 2019

Sat, Apr 6, 2019
12:00 PM — 6:00 PM Leftbank Annex (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Cider Rite of Spring is a celebration of the blossoming Northwest Cider industry— an annual cider tasting event welcoming the return of spring, featuring over 100 unique ciders served by over 30 different cidermakers and cidery representatives in beautifully renovated historic event space, the Leftbank Annex in NE Portland.

Cider and Perry Production – A Foundation at Oregon State University

Mon, Mar 18, 2019, 8:00 AM — Fri, Mar 22, 2019, 4:00 PM Oregon State University (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Learn the fundamental techniques of cider making in Oregon State University’s fermentation labs in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Developed by Peter Mitchell and taught by Dr. Elizabeth Tomasino, Assistant Professor of Enology at Oregon State University, this course involves hands-on, practical lab work, lectures and cider tasting.

In the five-day workshop, you will receive:

* A detailed step-by-step guide to cider and perry production
* An essential grounding in the chemistry and microbiology of cider and perry and its alcohol content
* Practical training in the key skills of cider production and in the main methods of laboratory analysis
* Sensory analysis of hard cider and perry

To learn more and secure your seat, go to https://pace.oregonstate.edu/cider-making

Cider & Perry Production – A Foundation

Mon, Mar 11, 2019, 8:00 AM — Fri, Mar 15, 2019, 4:00 PM Washington State University Mt. Vernon (map) Google Calendar • ICS

This five-day course provides students with expert knowledge of cider and perry principles and practices. The curriculum is taught by WSU fermentation specialist, Bri Ewing, and includes information regarding cider culture, production, science, and business. Students of this course will participate in hands-on sensory demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and blending trials.

Wassail at Western Cider

Sat, Feb 9, 2019
5:00 PM — 11:00 PM Western Cider (map) Google Calendar • ICS

On February 9th, Western Cider hosts the seasonal rite of Wassail. The ancient ritual of wassailing apple trees is well known in the cider regions of England. Western Cider is in their second year of bringing their version of Wassail to Montana. Humorous and strange rituals are performed to ward off bad spirits from the orchard and encourage the good spirits to provide a bountiful crop for the following year.

In some traditions, the men of a village went out to the orchards carrying the “wassail bowl” filled with warm cider, to serenade and ridicule the apple trees into producing fruit.

The festivities will include costumed pageantry, singing, theater, and music in their outdoor cider garden. Ken Grinde will produce and direct a small play for this year’s event. Ken has assembled a group of local actors, a choir, and the River City Players to entertain. The first cider from Western’s orchard harvest will be released the night of Wassail. They are also serving a special, hot drink made from a New England style cider they call The Colonial.

Western Cider is encouraging everyone to attend the festivities in “Old World” costumes. They will be hosting several workshops in their tasting room to help prepare you for the festivities including mask, crown, and costume making – in partnership with Zootown Arts Community Center, Farm Hand Farm, and Earth Within Flowers. The Clay Studio of Missoula previously hosted a clay cup making class to equip attendees with an old-style cup to drink out of during the celebration.

You can follow Western Cider’s stories on Instagram and Facebook as they familiarize the community with this ancient celebration. “Since last year, our goal with Wassail has been to bring the community together during a bleak time of year in the hope of a good harvest. We want to partner with artists, performers, and anyone excited to add to Wassail’s participatory nature. It’s a holiday we know Missoula will have fun with once they understand its heritage and concept. It’s the best party in Missoula!” says Matthew LaRubbio, co-owner at Western Cider.

Western Cider is asking that people dress warm and arrive around 5pm on Saturday, February 9th. A suggested entry of $5 is being asked to support the performers. See facebook.com/westerncider/events

Exploring Commercial Craft Hard Cider & Perry Production: From orchard to glass

Wed, Dec 12, 2018
8:00 AM — 5:00 PM Mountain View Grange (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Join WSU and OSU Extension for an all-day, exploratory workshop for those interested in orchard-to-glass commercial craft cider and perry production in the Mid- Columbia Gorge region. The event will bring together speakers from OSU and WSU’s cider teams, along with panels of tree fruit growers and cidermakers.

https://wsu-osu-mid-columbia-craft-cider-prod-12-12-18.brownpapertickets.com/

Cider Riot’s 2nd Annual Pressing Matters Festival

Sat, Nov 17, 2018
1:00 PM — 8:00 PM Cider Riot! (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Pressing Matters, the first Proper Cider and Real Ale Festival in North America returns to Cider Riot!® Saturday, November 17th. Showcasing two-dozen ciders made from traditional bittersweet and bittersharp cider apples and five cask-conditioned ales, Pressing Matters tips its cap to the fermentation traditions of England and France and celebrates the innovation of American cidermakers and brewers.

“One of my favorite quotes about cidermaking is that ‘making cider from eating apples is like trying to make Pinot Noir from Concord grapes,’” says Cider Riot! instigator and cidermaker Abram Goldman-Armstrong. “We’re hosting Pressing Matters to show people how amazing ciders made from bittersweet and bittersharp cider apples such as Kingston Black, Yarlington Mill, or Marie Maynard can be.”

The festival runs from one to 8pm Saturday, November 17th, at Cider Riot!’s Pub and Production Facility at 807 NE Couch St, in Portland. The casks of ale will be tapped in the traditional manner with taps driven in with mallet at the festival opening. In addition to the spectacular ciders and ales, there will be a dance performance by the Bridgetown Morris Men at 2pm, and cider apple tasting at 3pm.

All-vinyl DJs follows the festival at 8pm, so bring your dancing shoes.

Children are welcome at the event, and food will be available from No Q’ No Taqueria, Cider Riot!’s resident foodcart. Admission is free, tasting tickets are $3 each. A glass and five tickets is $20, a glass and 12 tickets is $40 day of, $35 in advance, with Early Bird packages for $30 available until October 17th.

Tickets: https://www.merctickets.com/events/59667820/pressing-matters-proper-cider-and-real-ale-festival

Ciders Available:  
Cider Riot!: Porter’s Perfection single varietal, Shaken Tree Yarlington Mill single varietal, Kingston Black single varietal, a French-meets English collaboration with E.Z. Orchards, 1763 Revolutionary West Country Cider vintages 2015 and 2016 and 2017on draught, 2013, 2014 available in the bottle. Cider Riot! will also be offering two vintages of perry made from traditional perry pears from the famed White Oak Cider Farm in the Ribbon Ridge AVA of Yamhill County.

Guest Ciders from:
Dragon’s Head, Portland Cider Company, Alpenfire Cider, Bull Run Cider,
Carlton Cyderworks,Wandering Aengus Ciderworks, E.Z. Orchards Cidre, Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Stone Circle Cider, Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider with more to come.

Cask Ales from:             
Machine House, Gigantic, Brewers Union Local 180, Burnside, and Baerlic Brewing

WindFall Cider Fest and Bluegrass

Sat, Oct 13, 2018
1:00 PM — 9:00 PM Kittitas Valley Event Center (map) Google Calendar • ICS

Twelve regional cideries plus four live bands gather in Ellensburg on October 13 for a celebration of the season’s bounty and bright colors. There has never been such a grand collection of tunes and taps in central Washington. Each ciderhouse will bring two or three flavors, providing enough variety to make the most experienced taster swoon. Local craft beer, wine, soft drinks and food will be available.

Before the taps open, Bre Ewing (WSU) will be teaching a two hour class on history, theory, practice and tasting cider. Cider School starts at 1:00, space is limited.
Taps open at 3:00, the first band, The W Lovers begins at 3:30, followed by Dodgy Mountain Men, Bootleg Sunshine, and finally, Old Salt Union. The public WindFall closes at 9:00, and is followed by the Golden Apple After Party for VIPs, Sponsors, Volunteers, Ciderhouse staffers and a few special guests. WindFall Cider Fest and Bluegrass is a benefit for Kittitas Environmental Education Network (KEEN) a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit. Please go to www.windfallciderfest.org for tickets.

2nd Annual Olympic Peninsula Apple and Cider Festival

Fri, Oct 12, 2018, 12:00 PM — Sun, Oct 14, 2018, 6:00 PM Olympic Peninsula, WA (map) Google Calendar • ICS

WHAT:

Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival

Fall abundance is celebrated with the second annual Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival, October 12 – 14, 2018. Appreciate the traditions and culture of growing apples and brewing cider with a truly authentic Pacific Northwest, tree-to-glass weekend experience. Attendees are welcome to join for one, two, or all three days of feasting, tasting and celebration. Events take place on the North Eastern tip of the Olympic Peninsula in East-Jefferson County – single ticket event or full weekend access tickets may be purchased now at AppleandCiderFest.com.

WHERE:

All events will take place on the North Eastern tip of the Olympic Peninsula in East-Jefferson County

WHEN:

October 12-14, 2018

TICKETS:

Single event pricing range: $15-$30 – ON SALE NOW

Full access weekend pass: $65 per person

To purchase: AppleandCiderFest.com

SOCIAL:

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Cider & Perry Production – A Foundation

Mon, Oct 8, 2018, 8:30 AM — Fri, Oct 12, 2018, 3:30 PM Washington State University (map) Google Calendar • ICS

This five-day course located in Washington’s Skagit Valley provides students with expert knowledge of cider and perry principles and practices. The curriculum, originally developed by Peter Mitchell, is taught by fermentation specialist, Bri Ewing, and includes information regarding cider culture, production, science, and business. Students of this course will participate in hands-on sensory demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and blending trials.

The course involves hands-on practical lab work, lectures, workshops, and cider tastings that include:
– A detailed step-by-step guide to cider and perry production
– An understanding of the chemistry and microbiology behind cider and perry
– Practical training in the key skills of cider production and methods of laboratory analysis
– Introduction to sensory analysis of cider and perry

More information available at http://tober18.bpt.me