Calling all beer lovers. You can hoist a pint at these 3 Tri-Cities events
Beer lovers can raise a glass to toast these three Tri-Cities events featuring craft brewing.
▪ 6th Annual Three Rivers Craft Brew & Bacon Festival, Feb. 22
More than 30 Tri-Cities and Northwest breweries will be on-hand for micro brew tasting and live music at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Complimentary food will be provided by area restaurants and caterers who will be competing for the best bacon dish of the night.
Wine and cider also will be available.
General admission $40 in advance, $45 at the door, with VIP tickets for $80, which include a commemorative pint glass, T-shirt, eight tokens and early entry. Hours are 6-10 p.m.
Tickets for 21 and older event are available at the Toyota Center Box Office or through Ticketmaster.com.
Some local breweries participating include Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery in Richland, Ice Harbor Brewery in Kennewick and Sage Brewing Company in Pasco.
Some Northwest favorites expected to attend are Elysian Brewing, Deschutes Brewery, No-Li Brewhouse, Ordnance Brewing, Bale Breaker Brewing, Pelican Brewing and Ten Pin Brewing Co.
▪ 10th Annual Washington Beer Open House, Feb. 29
Participating beer-makers will offer tours, tastings and more from noon to 5 p.m.
“Washington Beer Open House will allow you to take a look behind the scenes at some of Washington’s most innovative breweries, talk to the brewers themselves, discover new breweries, try unique craft beer creations, and meet some new craft beer loving friends,” said a news release.
Participating in the Tri-Cities so far are White Bluffs Brewing in Richland, Moonshot Brewing in Kennewick and Ice Harbor Brewing in Kennewick.
Events will vary at each, some of the 107 breweries participating in the state also plan to have music and other activities.
Check washingtonbeer.com for a map and details.
▪ Tri-Cities Craft Beer Festival, April 25
The 4th Annual festival will feature 30 Washington craft breweries pouring more than 100 craft beers.
Expert brewers will be on hand to answer questions while you sample different brews. Food will be available for purchase from a selection of food trucks.
The indoor/outdoor event is at the Southridge Sports and Events Complex in Kennewick for ages 21 and over.
Beer is permitted outside in the fenced plaza.
Hours are noon-6 p.m.
Shift #1 volunteers will receive complimentary admission to the festival after the completion of your shift. You must be 21 or older to volunteer.
Tickets: $25 advance online or $30 at the door, and includes a commemorative tasting glass and eight 4oz. tastes.
Designated driver admission is $5, including free water and soda.
This story was originally published February 13, 2020 at 12:29 PM.