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Northwest food event is back at the Washington State Fairgrounds with 60 vendors, beer

The summer food fest is back at the Washington State Fairgrounds this weekend.

The Taste Northwest will be held from Friday, June 30, to Sunday, July 2 , from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The event will have over 60 food vendors that showcase local and international cuisine. Many vendors will offer a $5 taste menu.

There will be activities for all ages, including a marketplace, an indoor carnival featuring ax throwing and rock climbing, beer gardens and five stages for musical performances, comedy shows, chef competitions and a Singing Chef Kitchen Show.

Entry is free, but some activities require paid admission.

Sip & Graze is a 21-plus event where people can learn to create their own charcuterie board. The event is $75 and will be held on Friday, June 30 at 3 p.m.

Boozy Bouquets is also a 21-plus event where people can learn to design their own floral arrangements. The event is $75 and will be held on Sunday, July 2 at 2 p.m.

Daily general parking is $15 and daily premium parking is $30. Parking will be available at the Gold, Blue and Red Lots and in the VIP/ Lot B parking lot for those who want premium parking.

This story was originally published June 30, 2023 at 11:47 AM.

Rosemary Montalvo
The News Tribune
Rosemary Montalvo was previously a service journalism reporter based in Tacoma, WA. She started as a summer news intern after graduating from California State University, Fullerton in May 2023. She has also worked as the photo editor and reporter for her university’s student-run newspaper. She was born in Inglewood, California.
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