Cider Swig

Start: Saturday, September 26, 2026 12:00PM
End: Saturday, September 26, 2026 5:00PM

The 13th Annual CIDER SWIG, Washington’s largest one-day cider-centered festival RETURNS! Come for a day of cider (and more) sippin’ fun, meet the makers, join in a competition or two, try award winning "curbside cuisine" by area chefs and their food trucks throughout the day, and enjoy live music (Shy Boys & A Girl)! The tasting event will showcase more than 130 Northwest 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, the Swig's Pop-up Bottle Shop is back, so you can take your favorites home to enjoy. The festival highlights our region's agricultural heritage, reinforces community friendships, promotes local businesses, agricultural and environmental organizations, and showcases regional talent throughout the day. Cider Swig is fully family friendly this year as an integrated fairground-style festival with additional kids’ activities and optional paid supervised child watch also be available. Proceeds benefit the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation’s Lu Winsor Environmental grants program, which has provided more than $350,000 in grants to area schools and organizations within the KGI watershed for projects focused on environmental education, land conservation, and stewardship initiatives over the past decade plus. Each Ticket Includes: Festival tasting glass, 6 drink tickets, live music and entertainment, access to food trucks, pop-up bottle shop, vendors, and all other festival activities – and an awesome time! Additional sipping tokens are available at the event. **Tickets: $45 first 500; VIP Options $82-$167, plus Volunteer ($29) and Designated Drivers ($18) options **Advance ticket holders are allowed to enter the field beginning at 11:30am. Cider Swig typically sells out about 2 weeks prior to the festival! Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended.