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Festival News: WA: Tacoma: The Washington Beer Commission announces the return of the South Sound Craft Beer Festival, August 29th

Press Release

The Washington Beer Commission will host its 2nd annual South Sound Craft Beer Festival  on Saturday, August 29at the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall. The Commission currently produces six tasting festivals around the state as a means for funding the marketing, promotion, and public relations efforts of the Washington Beer Commission and its more than 275 member breweries.
The South Sound Craft Beer Festival will turn the Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall into a haven of hops, featuring some of the best India Pale Ales (IPA's) to be found anywhere, along with some great late summer seasonal creations. In all, there will be at least 90 delicious craft beers served up by the 31 Washington breweries on hand (see list below). There will also be live music and a great selection of food items to pair with the delicious craft beer.

The event will take place on Saturday, August 29, with a noon - 6pm tasting session. Admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door and includes a commemorative tasting cup along with six, 5oz. sample tastes. Additional tastes will be available for purchase at $2.00 each (or three for $5). Complete ticket and event information will is available at  washingtonbeer.com . This is a 21 and over event.

Here is a list of participating Washington breweries:

Fast Facts:
DATE:
August 29, 2015

HOURS:
Noon - 6pm

LOCATION: Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall
2727 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98418
ADMISSION:       
$20 advance tickets or $25 at the door.  Admission includes a commemorative tasting cup and six 5oz sample tastes.
Must be 21 years old or older and have a valid ID to be admitted.
Designated driver admission is $5 and available at the door only.

Parking is FREE!  The WBC encourages designated drivers and asks that everyone enjoys themselves responsibly. Please do not drink and drive.