Grapes
and hops will put their best flavors forward at the 3rd Annual “On
the Road to Paradise” Spring Wine and Brew Festival, from 2 to 8 p.m. on April
28 at the historic Lions Hall in Ashford, Wash. The festival features
hard-to-find artisanal wines and microbrews from small Washington producers.
The event is held in conjunction with fee-free week, April 21-29, at Mt.
Rainier National Park.
“It’s a
great opportunity for park goers to maximize their visit,” explained Pam
Painter, managing director of the Mt. Rainier Visitor Association. “Visitors
can spend time at the park during the day, then spend their evening sampling
some of Washington’s award-winning wines and micro brews.”
Tickets
can be purchased online at www.road-to-paradise.com. Discounted
tickets are available for advance purchase through April 24 for $20. Admission
includes a souvenir wine glass, 10 tasting tickets and live entertainment.
After the 24th, tickets are $25 and can be purchased either online
or at the door.
For
those looking to extend their visit, hospitality awaits at area hotels, spas, bed and breakfasts,
cabins and vacation rentals. Visitors that book lodging on April 27 and/or 28
in Ashford, Elbe, Mineral or Longmire receive one free festival ticket. For
participating lodging establishments, or to book a room, visit www.mt-rainier.com.
This year’s featured Washington wineries include
Agate Creek Cellars, Barrister Winery, Bateaux Cellars, Five Star Cellars, Knipprath
Cellars, Madsen Family Cellars, Mount St. Helen’s Cellars, Scatter Creek Winery, Whisper Ridge
Winery and the Small Lot Co-op, which represents small lot wineries. Fans of
micro brews will be treated to award-winning beers from Harmony Brewery.
For more information about the 3rd Annual Mt. Rainier
Spring Wine and Brew Festival, visit www.road-to-paradise.com.
Visit Rainier is a not-for-profit, non-membership destination marketing organization that promotes tourism in the gateway communities around Mt. Rainier.
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