Capital Food & Wine Festival Returns to Saint Martin’s March 25

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Submitted by Saint Martin’s University Alumni Association 

The Capital Food & Wine Festival is a yearly, nonprofit fundraiser featuring more than 100 regional wines, dozens of beers and hard ciders, local restaurant fare and three stages of live music! Also popular and on site: the coveted RJ’s Wine Cellar and well-loved O’Blarney’s Sports Bar tent with big screen TV’s. All totaled, a great event value. Hundreds of volunteers and dozens of local businesses make this event possible, now on it’s 28th year running. A delicious, feel-good community celebration who’s proceeds benefit Saint Martin’s Alumni Association’s academic student scholarships!

The Capital Food and Wine Festival will be held on March 25 at Saint Martin’s University. Photo courtesy: Capital Food and Wine

“This is a local iconic event that started 28 years ago and has grown to the statue that it is today,” sharesTerry Simmonds, festival director. “The money raised for scholarships is huge and could not be possible if it wasn’t for the volunteers who generously donate their time, energy and dedication for this event. We cannot thank the vendors, our patrons and volunteers enough, as without everyone there wouldn’t be a Festival.”

• SPECIAL live performance by Olympia’s own Ethan Tucker (as seen on The Voice) and Band.

• Jazz, folk and classical musicians grace three stages throughout the venue.

• More than 100 regional wines will be uncorked to sample, and bottles for sale.

• More than 40 different beers and hard ciders on tap.

• Diverse local restaurant fare will also be on hand, so come hungry!

• Exclusive wines will be featured at RJ’s Wine Cellar in the Worthington Center.

• O’Blarney’s Sports Bar tent, adjoining the Pavilion, will offer their own live music and big screen TV’s. 

Ethan Tucker, local musician who recently was featured on NBC’s The Voice, will be performing at the Capital Food and Wine Festival this year. Photo credit: Evoke Emotion.

Not only is this event a fun gathering time for the community, but it makes a tremendous impact on students throughout the year.

“As a recent Alumni, I have seen the impact that the Capital Food & Wine Festival has on education,” shares Kenzie Olson, event coordinator and SMU Alumni ’13. “This festival not only provides a unique opportunity for community members to join together, but the proceeds go to scholarships for students. For me, getting involved in the Capital Food & Wine Festival is a chance for me to give back. These students are the future, and these scholarships help them to reach their full potential.” 

New this year:

• Online $15 Early Bird Tickets include admission, one wine or beer mug and $5 of scrip (needed for sampling alcoholic beverages). Tickets at the door will be $20. Additional booklets of scrip are available online and on site for $10 each.

• Donations of $20 or more to the scholarship fund are awarded a FREE limited-edition Festival poster! Add this to your cart during your online ticket purchase and pick up your poster at the event. 

• Due to popular demand we are introducing hard ciders to our offerings this year!

Saint Martin’s students are on hand to help at the festival each year. Photo courtesy: Capital Food and Wine Festival

• Ethan Tucker and Band have graciously worked us into their tour schedule. Come see them on the Main Stage from 6:30-8:30 p.m.!

As always, photo IDs will be checked at the door. Underage patrons are welcome, but will not be served alcohol. 

When:
Saturday, March 25, 2017, Noon – 9:00 p.m.  

Where:
Saint Martin’s University 
Marcus Pavilion and Worthington Conference Center
5300 Pacific Avenue SE in Lacey

Ticket and more info:
www.capitalfoodandwinefestival.com

 

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