For much of my life, summertime meant two things — music and beer.
After I graduated from high school, I began playing guitar in a punk rock band. There was a thriving underground music scene in Norfolk during the 1980s. Getting a gig with two or three other groups in a steamy, under-air conditioned dive bar was my ticket to a blissful existence.
To keep cool on those humid nights and to get our courage up before storming the stage, there was pitcher after pitcher of cheap lager sucked down.
One bar had Löwenbräu and Tuborg Gold on tap. We scrawny, barley 18-year-olds thought we were drinkin’ some highly sophisticated European beers.
Luckily, I made it through my college years with a bachelor’s degree in business, a masters in drunken nights, and a doctorate in playing 3-minute originals in spicy little bars like The Corner, Cogan’s Instant Art, and King’s Head Inn.
I was never one to put on a suit and tie. I had one, mind you, in case of a funeral that hopefully wasn’t my own.
By the late 1980s, I evolved as a guitarist and songwriter, veering away from The Clash and Sex Pistols influence and into the more mystic musical direction of The Cure, Mission UK, and Cocteau Twins.
My appreciation for beer also changed; preferring the taste of Samuel Smith Oatmeal Stout and Ayinger Celebrator, though finding a retailer who carried selective imports was a challenge back then.
These days, I rarely reach for my guitar, but I find I still attend as many concerts as possible. The loud ring of power chords, a driving bass line, and pounding drums capture my heart every time.
Interestingly, I’ve reverted back to drinking more lagers — but not those cheap brands.
Craft breweries in Virginia are thankfully producing excellent pilsners, lagers, and wheat brews.
Summer never tasted so good.
Enjoy a song and a saison!
Cheers,
Jeff Maisey
Publisher/Editor
Virginia Craft Beer Magazine
2025 World Beer Cup Winners From Virginia
By Jeff Maisey
Five independent craft breweries from Virginia took home awards at the 2025 World Beer Cup competition in Indiana’s Indianapolis Convention Center.
The Brewers Association developed the World Beer Cup Competition in 1996 to celebrate the art and science of brewing. Often referred to as “The Olympics of Beer Competitions,” the World Beer Cup is the most prestigious beer competition in the world.
This year, 8,375 entries from 1,761 breweries competed for gold, silver and bronze in 112 categories. There were entries from 49 nations this year including winners from Belgium, Japan, Canada, Peru, Germany, China, The Netherlands, Lithuania, Sweden, Taiwan, Brazil, Argentina, Czech Republic, and Australia.
The most entered style category was Juicy/ Hazy IPA (290 entries).
And the Virginia winners are:
Pilsners are Lagers by Benchtop Brewing Company, International Light Lager category
Hey Girl, Hey by Starr Hill Richmond Beer Hall & Rooftop, Wood- and Barrel-Aged Strong Beer category
Yucatán Sunrise by Full Distance Brewing, American-Style Brown Ale category
BRONZE
Afterlife Elixir by Aslin Beer Company, Kellerbier or Zwickelbier category
Boxcar Brown by Caboose Brewing Company, American Brown Ale category
Big Beer Winners
Devils Backbone Brewing Company, in Roseland, won a pair of medals at the World Beer Cup: Dogwood Saison won gold in the Classic Saison category, while Belgian Wheat scored a silver as a Belgian-style Witbier.
Albemarle Cider Works Wins in Germany
Virginia’s Albemarle Cider Works entered a trio of ciders for the Cider World international competition in Frankfurt, and all three entrees won gold: Brut d’Albemarle Orchard Blush, Crab Medley, and Brut d’Albemarle Harrison.
“This is our fourth vintage of Orchard Blush,” said Associate Cidermaker David Timmerman. “We blended our Orchard Blush base with GoldRush and Arkansas Black cider to get the right balance of color and flavor. Then we went big — using traditional bottle fermentation to create a sparkling champagne-style rosé cider. This is one of my favorite ciders to make, and I’m proud of how well it was received at CiderWorld in Frankfurt.”
Sense of Place Lager
Caiseal Beer & Spirits Company’s newly unveiled Langley Lager is as local as it gets.
We love the artwork, localized theme and name of this beer acknowledging the importance of Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley, and the race cars that zoom ‘round the circular track at Langley Speedway in Hampton. The 5.7% ABV provides some real vroom to a lager.
Virginia Craft Beer Cup Date
Announced
The Virginia Craft Brewers Guild announced August 11 as the date for its statewide Craft Beer Cup Gala event at the Farm Bureau Center in Doswell near the State Fair grounds.
Independent craft breweries from across the Commonwealth enter beers in a wide variety of categories in hopes of winning a gold, silver or bronze medal.
The overall “Best in Show” beer earns the Virginia Craft Beer Cup trophy to hoist like a Stanley Cup hockey champion — it’s nearly the same size.
Head of the Class
One of the greatest complaints about American craft beer is its lack of good head.
Visit Germany or Czech Republic, order a pilsner or lager, and the beer is presented with a meringuelike head that remains and laces the glass to the last drop.
Hoping to encourage similar results, Sojourn Fermentory in Suffolk is hosting “Foam Jam — A Lager Than Life Festival,” on June 21, focusing on lagers and traditional foam culture.
When It Rains It Pours — Beer
If you’ve recently visited Brothers Craft Brewers’ website or brewery you’ll notice something unusual.
No, it’s not a leftover April Fool’s Day prank.
The brewery has changed its name to Feel The Rain Brothers Brew Co.
An employee said the change resulted from a cease and desist order filed by a restaurant chain in the Midwest.
The brewery was originally known as Three Brothers, but changed it to Brothers Craft Brewing in 2015. Each name change has occurred in April.
In addition to the latest name switch, the brewery’s website teases of additional change:
“We’ve been at it for nearly twelve years and counting, and we’ve got some big and exciting changes on the horizon,” a statement reads. “Through the good and the bad, we try to keep looking forward and staying positive. We want to share that outlook as our family heads into a new chapter of growth and change: ‘Some people feel the rain, some people just get wet.’
“Introducing Feel the Rain Brothers Brew Co. We’ll see ya down the road...literally. Stay tuned for more details this Fall.”
Parkway
2.0
Salem’s Parkway Brewing Company plans to open a second location just a few miles away in downtown Roanoke.
The award-winning brewery will operate a taproom on the first floor of The Bower.
The satellite location will feature 14 taps, a restaurant, and live music.
The grand opening is expected in late July.
MUG SHOTS
Fruhlingsfest - Aslin Beer Company, virginia beach
Williamsburg Craft Beer Festival,
Gnarly Culpeper Block Party & Brew Fest, culpeper
Photo Credits: Strong Arm Media & True North Productions
By Jeff Maisey
many music lovers happily hit the road during the summer months for outdoor concerts and festivals.
Staying a few days for a show, sightseeing and exploring new breweries is a common thing.
We took a look at what’s on tap for concertgoers across the Commonwealth to highlight some of the best and suggest a nearby brewery or two worthy of your attention. Enjoy the show…
Point Break Music Festival
June 21 & 22
5th Street @ The Virginia Beach Oceanfront
The mother of all jam band festivals this summer. A two-day event celebrating reggae, rock, and surf music on the beach. Enjoy local food vendors, craft beer, and beachside activities.
June 21: Slightly Stoopid, Soja, Iration, Moon Taxi and more
June 22: Stick Figure, 311, The Original Wailers, Tribal Seeds and more. Nearby breweries: The Bunker Brewpub and Smartmouth Pilot House. After parties are scheduled with live bands at The Bunker.
Stick Figure headlines Point Break Music Festival in Virginia Beach
Red Wing roots Music Festival
June 20-22
Natural Chimney’s Regional Park, Mount Solon, VA
Multiple stages and too many bands to list. Here are daily highlights:
June 20: Sinkane, Pert Near Sandstone
June 21: Southern Avenue, The Steel Wheels
June 22: Del McCoury Band
Nearby breweries: You can drive north, south, and east. Try The Alpine Goat Brewery, Stable Craft Brewing & Cidery, Brew Haha Brewing Co., and the recently renamed Feel The Rain Brothers Brew Co.
steel Pulse
July 1
New Realm Brewing Company, Virginia Beach
The legendary reggae band is touring for its 50th anniversary. Peace and love vibes.
Since the concert is at a brewery, shelter in place and have a great time.
counting CRoWs
July 12
Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond
Expect the hits such as “Mr. Jones,” Round Here,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” and “Accidentally in Love.”
Breweries to check out: Uber over to Triple Crossing Beer - Fulton.
A full plate of American roots music with plenty of picking, plucking, and Appalachian grooves. Nearby brewery: Post Secondary Brewing Company.
dave matthews Band
July 15 & 16
Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront,
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Two consecutive nights of Dave could lead to separate set lists covering everything from “Ants Marching” and “Crash Into Me” to “Grey Street” and “Jimi Thing.” Better get tickets for both and stay
Ardent, Strangeways, Bingo, Vasen, The Veil, Three Notch’d, and Starr Hill.
July 18
Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach
The pop/punk group returns with “You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid,” “The Kids Aren’t Alright,” and “Want You Bad.” Expect a high-energy concert.
Nearby breweries: Reaver Beach Brewing and Young Veterans.
The Offspring
Floyd Fest 25 - aurora
July 23-27
Festival Park, Check
The largest outdoor festival in Virginia. The lineup is impressive. Food and drink vendors onsite. Camping permitted onsite.
July 23: The California Honeydrops, Toubab Krew, Isaac Hadden Project, and more.
July 24: Gov’t Mule, Femi Kuti, Cha Wa, and more.
July 25: Mt Joy, Futurebirds, Cimafunk, and more.
July 26: The Black Crowes, Larkin Poe, Geese, and more.
July 27: JJ Grey & Mofo, The Travelin’ McCourys, The Original Wailers, Chris Smither, and more.
Nearby breweries: Head towards Blacksburg and try Iron Tree Brewing Co. and Eastern Divide Brewing Co.
Floyd Fest has a strong lineup including New Orleans-based Cha Wa.
the doobie bRothers
august 9
Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow
The Doobies have been a constant on tour over the past decade. They’re always dynamic on tracks like “Taking It To The Streets,” “China Grove,” “Black Water,” and “Listen To the Music.” The opening act is Jimmy Buffet’s backing group, so you know what that means…”Margaritaville.”
Nearby breweries: Ornery Beer Company Taproom, Trouvaille Brewing Co., and Great Mane Brewery.
JaM Packed festival
august 9
Brown’s Island, Richmond
As the name suggests, this jam band fest is packed with talent including Lotus, Moon Taxi, Tauk, and Kendall Street Company. The fest also features several Virginia craft breweries.
Nearby breweries to try before or after: Legend Brewing, Benchtop RVA, and Basic City Beer Co. Southside RVA.
neil young and the chRoMe heaRts
august 10
Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond
Neil’s a legend. He’s got a new band and several fresh songs such as “Let’s Roll Again,” “Big Change,” and “Field of Opportunity.”
We’re pretty sure he does some of his classics too: “Southern Man,” “Rockin’ In The Free World,” and “Heart of Gold.”
Brewery to hang at? Another classic — Richbrau Brewing.
tedesChi tRucks Band
august 29 & 30
Barns at Wolf Trap, Vienna
If you love Southern blues rock and sizzlin’ guitar licks, don’t miss these back-to-back shows.
Truck on over to these breweries: Caboose Brewing Company & Tavern and Lake Anne Brew House.
Almost Heaven: Chilly Hollow Brewing Company
By Michael T. Jarvis
John Denver never visited Chilly Hollow Brewing Company in Berryville but it sure feels like it’s almost heaven thanks to the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah River.
“Come chill at Chilly Hollow” is not just the brewery’s motto but it’s also a plan. Built on a sprawling working cattle farm, the brewery is an instant decompression zone with exceptional beer, food and fun. Even the mascot on their logo, a bull drinking a bottle of beer, looks like he’s having a blast
Chilly Hollow is definitely rural and it’s growin’ like a breeze. It can get really packed with crowds on weekends, just like its neighbors from the eastern side of the Blue Ridge — Dirt Farm Brewery and Bear Chase Brewing Company and is a great place to people-watch with beer or wine.
But this 7,500-square-foot brewery feels more like a lodge or resort thanks to the high-end materials hand-picked by the owners, long-time builders in the area. The atmosphere and the agricultural setting make for a nice comfortable
respite for large groups and families. Cattle graze in the shade of oak trees beyond the big meadow with the Blue Ridge as a backdrop.
Opened in November 2024, it was built by Shannon Dulaney, and his wife, Stephanie, in partnership with her brother Wayne Warfield and his wife Dee Dee. After building for decades in the housing industry with Warfield Homes, a Berryville construction company founded by the Warfield’s parents in the 1980s, the couples decided to add another piece to their successful cattle and construction businesses.
Saturday, June 21, 11am Saturday, June 21, 11am
Enjoy a variety of ciders and seltzers from multiple vendors, live music, and great vibes.
CHRISTMAS
IN JULY Saturday, July 12
6 Annual Holiday with the Cops Fundraising Event & Holiday Market th Great Beer, Food, & Live Music
A cattle farm and a brewery may not sound like it would be a great match, but it actually works out quite well. The spent grain from the brewing process is fed to the cattle, which become many foods. The farm’s ground beef, t-bone steaks, porterhouses, ribs, sirloin steak, chuck roast and brisket are all sold in the gift shop. Stephanie even makes hand soaps from rendered beef tallow.
There is a lot of synergy at this laid-back venue which also has some wild animals that sometimes mosey around. On a recent afternoon, almost on cue, two tom turkeys in their full feathered glory came strutting’ their stuff right down the hill from the huge patio. Deer and bear and even bobcats make periodic cameos. “One of our calves got attacked a year ago by a bobcat,” says Wayne. “It literally tore the hide off it. She has a scar to prove it.”
The idea to add beer to the mix materialized like the fog that rolls up from Chilly Hollow. A larger-than-life man who puts the Shannon in the Shenandoah, Shannon is the type of guy that will say, “I’ll tell you one thing” and then proceeds to tell you 20 things. He worked decades as a manufacturing engineer, including at Rubber Maid in Winchester, before joining the family construction business. After buying an old dairy farm in 1996, they built and lived in homes near the farm.
In 2019, they started thinking about building a brewery. They learned the brewery business by trial and error. “We
Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont,
thought we had to grow all our hops,” says Shannon. “We went to a hops conference in North Carolina. We thought, “This sucks. We let it go. Then we talked to the guys at Old 690 Brewery and other breweries and we kind of got serious. At that point, we had our plans, we got the soil tested, and acquired our permitting. Things started falling into place.”
When it was just cattle in the hollow, it definitely did not seem like a likely place for a brewery, Shannon says.
“We’re in our mid-50s and thought maybe we’d take a pause. We are a strong, faithful family and I believe the Lord put us here. It meshed really good. We all said, ‘Let’s do it!’ We bought the brewing system assets from Rocket Frog, a 15-barrel system in August 2023 and filled the hay barn and other structures with it. They were selling their location, and the system was from 2018. So, it was pretty new. We asked if they would sell just the assets. We felt this was a better match than an industrial parkway. You need to have good beer and an enjoyable atmosphere. Then, we had to build the brewery. We went high-end and quality on everything. Stamped concrete patio, tongue and groove ceiling. We wanted it to be nice. All the posts are from giant white oak trees and were milled onsite.”
The business has not been all smooth sailing even with the huge crowds, says Shannon. “We’ve added a whole ‘nother building. We had no idea how the weather can affect this business. We’ve been iterating our way. The kitchen and food have been a huge challenge.” In addition to marketing director Madeline Dulaney, about 10 or more family members work the brewery.
The big draw — in addition to the giant patio — at Chilly Hollow is its primo beer. The water filtration system alone was a six-figure investment and is the same type used by the White House. Chris Jacques is a highly talented veteran
brewer, formerly with Lost Rhino and Quattro Goombas, who started in August and was on tap just in time for the November 2024 opening. Stouts, blondes, IPAs and even a great sour are available on a rotation. Jacques advises those with Celiac or a high gluten intolerance to stay away from the beer even though is gluten reduced.
Dulaney’s Irish Stout should make Guinness nervous. Blue Ridge Fog is fermented with the Hornidal Kveik yeast strain and is hopped with some of the “sexiest” hops around, including Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe. Cattle Driver Kolsch is worth the ride
This is a laidback “No bull” environment (despite the cattle, the logo, and of course The Winery at Bull Run wines) and offers a ginormous playground area for children and a massive patio perfect for vegging out. The food at Chilly Hollow is definitely a bright spot, compared to some breweries that run more beer-oriented operations. The farm-to-table burgers served only on Saturdays and Sundays, and after 4pm on Fridays are excellent. Another popular item is the Pretzel Charcuterie Board, a steeringwheel size salty pretzel loaded with charcuterie meats, olives, and cheeses.
It’s always open to the public and it’s easy to see why memberships at the brewery sold out in 2025. More memberships will be available in October.
Chilly Hollow Road, off Virginia State Route 7 aka Harry Byrd Highway, just east of Berryville, VA. www.chillyhollowbrewingco.com
Hours: 12-9pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11am-9pm on Saturday, and 11-8pm on Sunday. Closed on Tuesdays.
BLUE RIDGE HIGHLANDS
Summer Solstice Fest
Sat., June 21, 11am-11pm
A community celebration featuring live music, beer, food, arts, crafts, performances, Sundown 5K Race, and more.
118 S. Main Street, Blacksburg downtownblacksburg.com
FloydFest
Wed.-Sun., July 23-27
FloydFest 25~Aurora features five days of purposeful programming, vibrant and varied vendors, quality craft brews and chews, healing arts, workshops, camping, children’s activities, outdoor adventure, and more, plus almost 100 artists performing on seven stages over five days.
5826 Floyd Hwy. North, Check www.floydfest.com
CENTRAL VIRGINIA
6th Anniversary Luau at Decipher Sat., June 14, 12-10pm
Celebrate 6 years with us! Special Berliner Weisse Beer release, special firkin, Twisted Provisions Food Truck, and Live music by Matthew O’Donnell.
Decipher Brewing
1740 Broadway Street, Charlottesville
Summer in the City at Hardywood Tues., June 17, 6:30-10pm
Featuring live music by Anthony Cosby, Jr., Me And The Moon, and Deau Eyes as the Headliner, an auction, a raffle and ‘60s and ‘70s costume and dance contests. Tickets: $50 at www.cadencetheatre.org. Proceeds support Cadence Theatre educational outreach programs and scholarships.
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery 2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
Sat., July 26, 12-6pm
RVA’s Biggest, Baddest, Bone-In
Gloucester Brewing Company will be celebrating the annual release of its Aloha Blonde Ale (a strawberry-lemonade blonde ale made with hibiscus) at their 2nd Annual Hawaiian Luau on Sunday, July 27th.
Join them for an afternoon of great beer, traditional Hawaiian food from Piha Aloha, live music, island inspired vendors, and Hawaiian, Tahitian, and Samoan hula ending with a traditional fire dance.
COASTAL VIRGINIA
BBQ Fest featuring beer, bourbon, barbecue, boots, bacon, biscuits, bluegrass, and smoked beasts! Plus, enjoy games, seminars, vendors and more! Tickets: $45 GA (2-6pm); $75
VIP (12-6pm)
Farm Bureau Center at The Meadow Event Park
13191 Dawn Blvd., Doswell www.beerandbourbon.com
JamPacked Craft Beer & Music Festival
Sat., Aug. 9, 3-11pm
Join us for a sweet line-up of music featuring Lotus, Moon Taxi, Spafford, Tauk, and Kendall Street Company in a zero-waste environment on Brown’s Island on the James River in downtown RVA. Brown’s Island, Richmond www.jampackedfest.com
CHESAPEAKE BAY
Hookie Happy Hour at Gloucester Brewing Thurs., June 26, 5-9pm
Calling all VA Tech Hookies on the Peninsula, Gloucester, Hayes, and beyond!
Gloucester Brewing Company
6778 Main Street, Gloucester globrewco.com
Brews, Brine, & Wine
Sat., June 6, 5-8:30pm
Enjoy oysters, beer, wine, and new this year, whiskey! Visit the Plein Air artists who will have small paintings of the beautiful surroundings available for purchase.
Timberneck Farm at Machicomoco State Park
3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes www.gloucesterartsfestival.com
Annual Norfolk Harborfest
Fri.-Sun., June 6-8
America’s largest, longest-running, free maritime festival, Norfolk Harborfest celebrates all of the elements that make Norfolk & Hampton Roads a historic maritime & Naval community. Featuring the annual Parade of Sails featuring international tall ships, one of the largest fireworks shows on the East Coast, a drone show, interactive family games and activities, Navy exhibits and demonstrations, artisan foods and beverages, live entertainment, and more.
Town Point Park Waterside Drive, Norfolk 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
Common Grounds Collab Beer Fest Sat., June 7, 2-6pm
Hosted by Commonwealth Brewing, this is a collaborative beer and camping experience featuring breweries from around the world serving one-time-only craft beers. Holiday Trav-L Park 1075 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach www.commongroundsfest.com
Cheers to Summer Party at Smartmouth Pilot House Sat., June 7, 7-10pm
Kick off the season with live music by Wonderland. Smartmouth Pilot House 313 32nd Street, Virginia Beach
Sunset Summer Market at COVA Sat., June 7, 3-9pm Shop 30+ local vendors and enjoy cold brews, music, food trucks, and sunshine.
COVA Brewing Company 9529 Shore Drive, Norfolk
Aloha to Summer at COVA Sat., June 14
Kickoff summer at COVA! Enjoy local food trucks and pop-ups, music by Tiki Bar Band and sip on Aloha State of Mind!
COVA Brewing Company 9529 Shore Drive, Norfolk
Tears & Beers Emo Night at Smartmouth Sat., June 14, 6pm
Live performance by Pop Topic with your favorite emo, pop-punk, and post-hardcore anthems. Enjoy brews, wine, cider, seltzers, and slushies. Smartmouth 1309 Raleigh Avenue, Norfolk
Hog Dog Eating Contest at Big Ugly Sun., June 15, 12-6pm
Celebrate Father’s Day with a Hot Dog Eating Contest with Derpy Dogs, Dad Joke Competition, and Corn Hole Tournament with ClubWaka
Big Ugly Brewing Company
845 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake
Foam Fest at Sojourn Sat., June 21, 12-5pm
20+ breweries pouring over 40 crispy lagers. Plus, DJ and live music, food, games, and more. A portion of the proceeds benefit Roc Solid Foundation. $45 in advance; $55 at the door.
Sojourn Fermentory 1400 Bridgeport Way, Suffolk
Fuego Fest at Big Ugly Sat., June 21, 12-4pm
Release of Hot Pursuit – Pineapple Habanero Blonde. Spicy Flights: Hot Pursuit, Hotter Pursuit, Hottest Pursuit, & Spicy Rockers IPA. Shop Spicy Vendors.
Big Ugly Brewing Company 845 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake
Point Break Music Festival
Sat. & Sun., June 21 & 22
A two-day event celebrating reggae, rock, and surf music. Enjoy local food vendors, craft beer, and beachside activities.
5th Street, Virginia Beach www.pointbreakfestival.com
WOAH! 90’s Party at VBC Fri., June 27, 6-9pm
90’s music and the release of SCRUMPTIOUS WOAH IPA. Virginia Beer Company 401 Second Street, Williamsburg
Fourth of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks Celebration Fri., July 4, 5-10pm
Relax on the lawn and enjoy an evening of All-American fare, including hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue, seafood, cotton candy, and much more, along with live musical entertainment from military brass bands! The night is capped off by the sensational fireworks show high above the Elizabeth River, beginning at 9:30pm.
Town Point Park Waterside Drive, Norfolk 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org
Christmas in July at Big Ugly Sat., July 19, 12-4pm
Join us for a Christmas in July Dog Fundraiser with dog photos with Santa.
Big Ugly Brewing Company 845 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake
NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Taco, Hot Sauce, & Beer Festival at Mustang Sally Sat., July 19, 11am-7pm
The hottest event of the summer features taco and hot sauce vendors for a day of fiery fun.
Mustang Sally Brewing Company
14140 Parke Long Court, Chantilly
Cider & Seltzer Festival at Bear Chase
Sat., June 21, 11am
Enjoy a variety of ciders and seltzers from multiple vendors, live music, and great vibes.
Bear Chase Brewing Company
33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont
Summer Solstice Festival at Lost Barrel
Sat., June 21, 11am-7pm
Shop local vendors, live DJ 11am3pm, live music by Shelly & The Mudcats 4-7pm.
Lost Barrel Brewing
36138 Little River Turnpike, Middleburg
American Craft Beer & Bourbon Festival
Sat., July 5, 1-6pm
Enjoy sampling a wide variety of drinks and food, compete in festival events for prizes, or take pictures in our photo booth plus it’s 100% dog friendly!
Shipgarten
7581 Colshire Drive, Tysons www.shipgarten.com
Christmas in July at Bear Chase Sat., July 12
6th Annual Holiday with the Cops Fundraising Event and Holiday Market. Enjoy great beer, food, and live music.
Bear Chase Brewing Company
33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont
Vintage Market at Lost Barrel Sat., July 12, 11am
Shop vintage vendors and enjoy great music and beer.
Lost Barrel Brewing 36138 Little River Turnpike, Middleburg
Beats, Bites, and Brews in Old Town Alexandria
Sat., July 26, 11am-6pm
Enjoy live music, refreshing brews, and delicious bites and shop local treasures in a fun and festive outdoor setting.
John Carlyle Square
300 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria
Taste Leesburg
Sat., Aug. 9
TASTE what Leesburg has to offer as you mingle up and down the streets, eat at local restaurants or food trucks, and enjoy your bites and brews all while listening to live music from our stages. Downtown Leesburg www.tasteleesburg.com
SHENANDOAH VALLEY
Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival Sat., June 7, 12-6pm
Featuring 40+ breweries, local vendors, and so much more!
Proceeds benefit Dakota’s Dream and Winchester Main Street Foundation.
Old Town Mall
N. Loudon Street & West Boscawen Street, Winchester www.hopblossom.com
Best Weekend Ever Sat., June 14
Happening all throughout Downtown Harrisonburg, activities and entertainment for all ages, live music, magicians, community art projects, arts & crafts, food specials at restaurants, food trucks, vendors, Sip & Stroll, and more!
A family-friendly three-day celebration of music featuring five stages and 50+ bands, kids events and activities, bike rides in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, and close access to great hiking and fishing.
Chimneys Park 94 Natural Chimneys Lane, Mt. Solon www.redwingroots.com
Summer Jam at Massanutten Thurs., July 3, 5-10pm
Music, beer, wine, food, and fireworks!
Massanutten Ski Area 4614 Massanutten Drive, McGaheysville 540.437.3368 www.massresort.com
Pickle Day at Winchester Brew Works Sat., July 19, 2-6pm
Special pickle beers and cocktails, release of Train Too Loud Malt Liquor, local vendors, and more. Winchester Brew Works 320 N. Cameron Street, Winchester
15th Annual Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival
Sat., Sept. 13, 12pm
Enjoy a full day of bold flavors, great music, and community fun at the 15th Annual Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival hosted by the Wayne Theatre and featuring a lively chili competition, chili tastings, food trucks, craft beer, live blues music, local vendors, and fun. Lumos Plaza, Downtown Waynesboro www.virginiachili.com 540.943.9999.
VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS
NokeFest Music & Arts Festival
Thurs-Sun., June 13-15
22 bands, camping, float trips, vendors, food trucks, beer, artists, and outdoor activities for the whole family. 4283 Barley Drive www.nokefest.com
GLOUCESTER BREWING CO
APPALACHIA
Busted Still Brewing Company
185 Homeplace Drive, Gate City
276.210.6038
Lonesome Pine Brewing Company
15 East Main Street, Lebanon
276.880.0278
Sugar Hill Brewing Company
16622 Broad Street, St. Paul
276.738.1088 • sugarhillbrewing.com
BLUE RIDGE HIGHLANDS
36 Fifty Brewing
120 N. Chestnut Street, Marion
276.706.8550 • 36fiftybrewing.com
7 Dogs Brewpub
360 W. Spring Street, Wytheville
276.228.0994 • 7dogsbrewpubva.com
Beliveau Farm Brewery
3899 Eakin Farm Road, Blacksburg
540.961.0505 • beliveaufarm.com
Buffalo Mountain Brewery
332 Webbs Mill Road, Floyd
540.745.2491 • buffalomountainbrewery.com
Bull & Bones Brewhaus
1470 S Main St., #120, Blacksburg
540.953.2855 • bullandbones.com
Creek Bottom Brews
307 Meadow Street, Galax
276.236.BEER (2337) • cbbrew.com
The Damascus Brewery
32173 Government Road, Damascus 540.314.2782 • thedamascusbrewery.com
Eastern Divide Brewing Company
3175 Commerce Street, Blacksburg
540.577.6877 • easterndivide.com
Iron Tree Brewing Company
5 Roanoke Street, Christiansburg
540.251.3419 • irontreebrewing.com
Long Way Brewing
501 2nd Street, Radford
540.838.2229 • longwaybrewing.com
Moon Hollow Brewing Company
4237 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg
540.505.2293 • moonhollowbrewing.com
Rising Silo Brewing Company
2351 Glade Road, Blacksburg
410.596.1200 • risingsilobrewery.com
River Company Brewery
6633 Viscoe Road, Radford (Fairlawn)
540.633.3940 • therivercompanybrewery.com
Seven Sisters Brewery
355 East Main Street, Wytheville www.sevensistersbreweryva.com
276.227.0999
State Street Brewing
801 State Street, Bristol
276.644.3380 • statestreetbrewing.com
Sweetbay Brewing Company
149 Deadmore Street SE, Abingdon Sweetbaybrewco.com
CENTRAL VIRGINIA
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest 434.258.8761 • endofbadbeer.com
Ardent Craft Ales
3200 W. Leigh Street, Richmond 804.359.1605 • ardentcraftales.com
Bald Top Brewing Co. 1830 Thrift Road, Madison 540.409.4129 • baldtopbrewing.com
Basic City Beer Co-RVA 212 W. Sixth Street, Richmond 804.447.4735 • basiccitybeer.com
Benchtop Brewing Company 434 Hull Street, Richmond benchtopbrewing.com
Bingo Beer Co.
2900 West Broad Street, Richmond 804.386.0290 • bingorva.com
Molly’s Blind Dog Brewery 4515 W. Hundred Road, Chester 804.530.9022 • mollysbicycleshop.com
