Kingston Wine & Brew 2024 Guide
Get ready for kingston’s annual gathering of wine and beer lovers, coming to mike wallace park July 20th 2024.
Dozens of Kitsap & PNW wine and craft beer brands will be in attendance with their finest brews and wines Saturday July 20th on the beautiful downtown Kingston waterfront.
Included with your ticket is a signature custom glass, 7 tasting tickets & a swag bag full of goodies provided to each attendee.
Tickets are $45 per person for general admission or $20 for designated drivers
This event is 21+
*photos sourced from Kingston Wine & Brew Fest
getting there & parking
If you are traveling by car from another part of the Peninsula you’ll likely be taking highway 307 from Poulsbo which merges with highway 104 which comes from the Hood Canal Bridge (a warm welcome Jefferson County friends!). You can look for street parking or head to the Port of Kingston / Marina parking lot and find a large amount of parking spots - some paid, some are free for 2 hours…make sure you know which type of spot you’re in!
Friends arriving via Ferry from King County have two options:
the autoferry from Edmonds
Fast Ferry passenger only service from downtown seattle
explore the wine & brew fest
stay in kingston
The greater Kingston area (Kingston, Port Gamble & Hansville has a great assortment of accommodations and options for most budgets and travel styles.
eat & drink
Great places to eat & drink in kinston
There are simply too many amazing places to eat in and near downtown Port Orchard to list but here are a few favorites we’re sure you’ll love!
J'aime Les Crêpes Crêperie
A little taste of Paris on the Kingston waterfront, this beloved creperie is always a delicious and popular option.
argensol
Authentic Argentinian empanadas and choripan, a perfect To Go snack for a hungry pirate!
Sourdough willy’s pizzeria
100+ year old sourdough and sublime pizza recipes make this award-winning pizzeria a destination in and of itself.
the saucy sailor
The Saucy Sailor serves up crave-worthy quick bites to go (or eat on the sidewalk picnic tables out front) like bangers and mash, thai chicken curry and cottage pie.
kingston alehouse
A local staple for killer burgers, yummy chowder and cold beer!
westside pizza
Grab a slice and relax at this go to spot for great ‘zaw.
ono poke too
Poke lovers REJOICE - Ono Poke has what you dream about, fresh poke and island style treats.
the grub hut
Comfort food and bomb diggity burgers serves in a casual and fun environment.
downpour brewing
Local craft beer serves a few feet from the ferry make Downpour a must-stop for beer lovers.
sweet life cakery
Sweets, treats & pastries galore!
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