Submitted by Tacoma Beer Week
Tacoma Beer Week, the highly anticipated annual celebration of South Sound’s vibrant brewing scene, will return this year from Saturday, March 1 through Sunday, March 9, 2025. Originally held in August since its inception in 2014, the event has moved to March following consultations with local breweries and venues, bringing a fresh twist to the festivities.
“We’re passionate about supporting our local breweries, businesses, and community,” said Matt McLaren, Director of Tacoma Beer Week. “Shifting the event to March allows us to bring even more attention to the local economy during a quieter season and provides easier access to travel and accommodations for those visiting from out of town.”
This year, Tacoma Beer Week will feature more than 30 events throughout the region, offering everything from beer and cider tastings to community and art-focused experiences. “We want Tacoma Beer Week to be accessible to everyone,” says McLaren. “Whether you’re a beer expert or just beginning your journey, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”
Local businesses and organizations have teamed up with Washington breweries to craft four exclusive beers in celebration of the Week. Collaborations include Jan Parker Cookery with E9 Brewing, Communities for a Healthy Bay with Silver City Brewery, Lander Coffee and the Grit and Grain Podcast with Logan Brewery, and the renowned local pop-punk band Amber Pacific with Georgetown Brewing – the latter being released at Amber Pacific’s album launch at Airport Tavern March 8.
“While we originally thought 2025 might be a bit quieter after our large recent August event, it’s clear this year’s Tacoma Beer Week is shaping up to be just as vibrant as ever,” says McLaren. “We have an incredible lineup of events, including a science fair, glassblowing with Hilltop Artists, cheese and beer pairings, and so much more. Come out and support your local community, meet new friends, be kind, and love Tacoma. We’ll see you out there!”
Highlights of Tacoma Beer Week include:
- Beer community gives back:
- Beach Cleanup on Schuster Parkway with Communities for a Healthy Bay and South Sound Surfriders – Saturday, March 1
- Brewery Blocks Cleanup with Tacoma Trash Pandas – Sunday, March 9
- Heidelberg Derby, a family-friendly pinewood derby-style event using beer cans at 7 Seas Brewery – Monday, March 3
- “Um…Actually”, A Game Show at Blue Mouse Theater with Sierra Nevada Brewery, putting your trivia knowledge to the test while raising funds for a local charity, Thursday, March 6
- Cheese and beer pairing night at Stink!, Tuesday, March 4
- Cheers! A Women & Non-Binary Beer & Music Event: A celebration of the intersection of fermentation, alcohol, and music industries at Parkway Tavern, Saturday, March 8
Other events include a beer science fair, Party for Polar Bears Crawl through Proctor, live podcast taping with Grit and Grain, a Bob Ross Paint & Pint night, Vinyl POP, and comedy.
With events being added daily, stay up to date at TacomaBeerWeek.com, Facebook and Instagram @TacomaBeerWeek.