It’s “tap season” in Tualatin Valley, a celebration of local craft beers and ciders and the taprooms that serve them. Launched by Explore Tualatin Valley, the destination marketing organization that markets Tualatin Valley as a travel destination, “Tap Season” is a promotion for beer and cider lovers that includes exclusive event and specials, as well as the re-launch of the successful Tualatin Valley Ale Trail Mobile Passport. 

EXCLUSIVE “TAP SEASON” EVENTS

To celebrate “Tap Season,” Explore Tualatin Valley is partnering with local businesses for events happening in March and April. 

Bridgeport Village x Explore Tualatin Valley Tap Season Sip + Shop

March 16, 2024, 12-3 p.m. | Bridgeport Village (7455 SW Bridgeport Rd, Tigard)

Explore Tap Season and taste new releases from some of the best breweries and cideries in the Tualatin Valley while shopping at Bridgeport Village. Breweries will be paired up with participating retailers for a fun and unique opportunity to sample a brew or cider while you shop. The “Tap Season Street Team” also will be on hand to give away beer-inspired swag and prizes.

Participating breweries / retailers include:

• Ancestry Brewing Crate & Barrel

• Breakside Brewery Cotopaxi

• Bull Run Cider Marine Laye

• Cooper Mountain Ale Works + Ridgewalker Brewing Pendleton Woolen Mills

• Golden Valley Brewery Tender Loving Empire

• Portland Cider Company Will Leather Goods

THE DRAFT: Beer. Baseball. Fun

April 4, 2024, 5-8 p.m. | Breakside Brewery Beaverton (12675 SW SW 1st St., Beaverton)

Celebrate the re-release of “Walk Off,“ the official beer of the Hillsboro Hops. Guests are invited to test their baseball (and beer) knowledge with a trivia master, party with both Hops’ mascots, Barley and Bacaanda, and hang out with the Tap Season Street Team to learn more about the Tualatin Valley Ale Trail Mobile Passport.

Alpaca Happy Hours Saturday, April 13, 2024:

• 12-3 p.m. at Hillsboro Downtown Station (320 SE Baseline St., Hillsboro)
  Come to the food carts at Hillsboro Downtown Station and snap a pic with the Alpacas, enjoy happy hour specials on some of your favorite Tualatin Valley beers and ciders, and hang out with the Tap Season Street Team (who’ll be on-site handing out free swag!) to learn more about the Tualatin Valley Ale Trail Mobile Passport.

• 4-6 p.m. at Stickmen Brewing Company’s Tualatin Beer Hall (19475 SW 118th Ave., Suite 1, Tualatin)
  But wait, there's more! Stickmen Brewing's Tualatin Beer Hall is also hosting an alpaca happy hour. Meet the alpacas while you enjoy happy hour specials on some of your favorite Tualatin Valley beers and ciders. The Tap Season Street Team will be on-site handing out free Tap Season swag! 

RELAUNCH OF THE TUALATIN VALLEY ALE TRAIL MOBILE PASSPORT

The Tualatin Valley Ale Trail Mobile Passport, an online tool allowing beer connoisseurs to earn points for prizes by checking in to participating breweries, was relaunched in February. The expanded passport now includes 37 craft breweries, cider makers and taprooms, which pour Oregon brews, ciders, wine, kombucha and more. 

The mobile passport is free–no fees to register or use–and passport holders can access exclusive specials, such as discounts and free items, at participating locations. 

The mobile passports can be used and points redeemed for prizes, such as bottle openers, socks and beanies, until April 30, 2024. Sign up for the complimentary passport at tvaletrail.com.

A list of breweries, cideries and taprooms in Tualatin Valley can be viewed online or a complimentary printed guide may be ordered at tualatinvalley.org. 

Explore Tualatin Valley encourages everyone to drink responsibly and to use designated drivers, public transportation and/or rideshare services. 

For information about Tap Season, special events and the Tualatin Valley Ale Trail Mobile Passport, visit tualatinvalley.org,

ABOUT TUALATIN VALLEY
Tualatin Valley, nestled between Portland and the Oregon Coast, is a captivating destination that offers a harmonious blend of urban and rural experiences. From farms and vineyards, estate wineries and dozens of craft breweries to outdoor adventures and cultural treasures, Tualatin Valley provides a diverse range of activities for travelers seeking authentic and immersive encounters. As a vibrant tapestry of exploration and enjoyment, Tualatin Valley is more than a destination; it's a transformative journey waiting to be explored. For more information, visit tualatinvalley.org.

ABOUT EXPLORE TUALATIN VALLEY
Explore Tualatin Valley (formerly known as Washington County Visitors Association) is a destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting Washington County, Oregon, as an exceptional travel and tourism destination. With a mission to inspire exploration and celebrate the unique offerings of the region, Explore Tualatin Valley collaborates with local businesses and community partners to highlight the diverse attractions, experiences, and cultural richness that the destination has to offer. From lush landscapes and award-winning wineries and breweries to outdoor adventures and vibrant cultural festivals, Explore Tualatin Valley plays a pivotal role in showcasing the area's treasures to both visitors and residents. For more information about Explore Tualatin Valley, visit tualatinvalley.org.