We’re baaaaack! Join us for the 14th annual Anacortes beer festival everyone knows and loves, Bier Near the Pier! Enjoy a day of live music, delicious food, and refreshing beer from local and far-away breweries. Tickets go on sale August 1st!
Multi-Session Event
Applications
We had such a great turnout last year, we decided to bring it back! Come dressed in your most most creative outfit for a chance to win tickets to next year's event! Halfway through each session costume contestants will line up for a round of applause. The winner will be selected based on the loudest cheers, and awarded a free ticket for next year’s event. No specific theme, no registration, just come dressed to impress in your most creative outfits!
LIVE Bands:
Dana Osborn
Friday, October 3rd: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Dana Osborn has been a staple of the Pacific Northwest music scene for over 30 years. A multi-instrumentalist with two CDs and 300+ original songs, he has worked with national talents like Michael Derosier (Heart), Marc Willett (The Kingsmen), and producer Ken Caillat (Fleetwood Mac). Whether with his full band or an acoustic set, Dana brings great energy and always gets the crowd singing along.
Click below to listen.
Cape Flattery
Saturday, October 4th | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Based in Bellingham, WA, this four-member band performs original Americana, blending bluegrass, folk and rock. Click below to listen.
Ebb Slack & Flood
Saturday October 4th | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ebb Slack and Flood has been filling the room with chemistry that is obvious and addictive since 2013. Together, they create a fusion of sounds, easy to listen and hard not to dance to.
Food:
Zaza Mediterranean & Turkish Food
Northwest Kettle Corn
Deb's Dogg Haus
210 Brewing Co.
Sponsors:
Friday Oct 3, 2025 Saturday Oct 4, 2025
The Depot Arts Center
611 R Ave., Anacortes, WA 98221
General Admission Pricing:
Early Early Bird - August 1st - 31st = $45
Early Bird - September 1st - 30th = $55
Full Price - October 1st - 4th = $65
General Admission includes:
Admission into Festival session of your choice
Live Music and BBQ, Hot dogs, Popcorn, and Mediterranean food choices
5oz commemorative glass with 8 tasting tickets
Additional tasting tickets available to purchase
Designated Driver Pricing:
August 1st - Oct 4th = $15
Designated Driver includes:
Admission into Festival session of your choice
Live Music and BBQ, Hot dogs, Popcorn, and Mediterranean food choices
Free non-alcoholic beverages
Sponsorship Application
Brewery/Cidery Application
Food Vendor Application
Anacortes Chamber of Commerce
360-293-7911
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