Taste Washington Information

Getting There

Where is Taste Washington held?

CenturyLink Field Event Center.

Where can I find parking?

There are two adjacent lots to CenturyLink Field Event Center. The CenturyLink Field Event Center Garage and the North Lot (on the north end of the football field). Parking is $12 per day.

What public transportation is available?

ST Express Bus Service
Sound Transit bus service offers transportation from areas throughout Pierce, King and Snohomish counties with service every 30 minutes and stops within 3 blocks of CenturyLink Field.

Link Light Rail
The Central Link offers service from Tukwila to Downtown Seattle.  With two stations near CenturyLink Field, this service is a quick and comfortable way to travel.  Visit the Sound Transit website for details on Light Rail ticket and service information.

Metro Bus Service
Metro has you covered with many bus routes that stop within 3 blocks of CenturyLink Field.
Plan your bus trip by visiting: metro.kingcounty.gov

Amtrak Cascades Train Service
For Taste Washington attendees coming from Portland or SW Washington, as well as from Bellingham and the north, one of the easiest and quickest ways to get to CenturyLink Field Event Center is to take the train. Amtrak Cascades has a major station right next to CenturyLink Field Event Center. Visit the Amtrak Cascades website for all information on fares, schedules and online reservations, or call (800) USA-RAIL.

Taxi:
Farwest Taxi: 206-622-1717
Yellow Cab: 206-622-6500
Orange Cab: 206-522-8800

Tickets & Hours

What are the hours at Taste Washington?

Seminars
Saturday, March 23 – 11am – 12:30pm
Sunday, March 24 – 11am – 12:30pm

Grand Tasting
Saturday, March 23
VIP: 1pm – 5pm

General Admission: 2pm – 5pm
Sunday, March 24
VIP: 1pm – 5pm
General Admission: 2pm – 5pm

Can I buy tickets at the door?

We will have limited tickets available at the door. Box office will open at 10:30am each day.

What are the ticket prices?

Seminar tickets range from $40-$60.
Grand Tasting tickets range from $80-$185. Please visit our ticket page.

When does Taste Washington end?

Taste Washington ends at 5:00 both Saturday and Sunday. Last call will be 10 minutes before the end of the event.

General

Can I bring my infant or child?

No. Infants or children are not allowed at Taste Washington. All Taste Washington attendees must be at least 21 years of age with valid ID.

For childcare information, contact Annie’s Nannies, Inc., Teah Achman, teah@aniseattle.com, 206-784-8462

Is there a Designated Driver ticket?

No. We do not offer a designated driver ticket price.

Where can I stay overnight?

Many downtown hotels have put together special rates or packages for Taste Washington weekend. For ease and convenience, you can add your purchase of Taste Washington tickets when you book your hotel and save Ticketmaster fees.

What is the appropriate ID to enter the event?

According to Washington State law, only patrons age 21 or older may enter alcohol service areas at the venue. The only acceptable forms of identification for proof of age are:

  • Driver’s License from any US State or Province of Canada
  • Identification Card from any US State or Providence of Canada
  • US Military Active Service or Dependent ID
  • Merchant Marine Card
  • Official International Passport issued by any nation
  • Current Temporary WA State Driver’s License or ID card

Please note that all ID’s must show date of birth, signature (except military ID’s), photograph of bearer, and expiration date. If any information on the ID is missing or obscured for any reason, it is invalid. Permanent resident cards and ID cards issued by US Territories do not fall under the categories above and are not considered valid.

Can I purchase wine at the event?

No. Wine is not available to purchase at the event.

What do I do with my wine glass?

Take it home with you! Our glasses are a commemorative token from the event and we hope you will enjoy it for years to come.

Is smoking allowed?

No. Taste Washington is an indoor event and no smoking is permitted.

Is Taste Washington a green event?

Taste Washington works to minimize the environmental impact of our event. Our efforts include:

  • Recycling all empty wine bottles
  • Recycling any wine glasses left behind by guests
  • Providing composting stations in each of our tasting pods for easy access by each restaurant
  • Providing recycling stations throughout the event