Hoppenings tracks the local craft beer scene in Boulder & Longmont, including brewery events, trivia nights, run clubs, live music, and new beer releases. Browse this week's happenings, discover taprooms, and jump into activity-specific pages below for quick planning.

Longmont
300 Suns Brewing offers a hyper-local experience with award-winning craft beers paired with scratch-made food in a welcoming neighborhood setting. It’s a community-focused spot built for great conversations, comfort food, and easy-drinking beers.
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East Boulder
Asher Brewing Company is Colorado’s first certified organic brewery, focused on producing craft beer using only organic ingredients and sustainable brewing practices. The North Boulder taproom offers a relaxed atmosphere with a patio and rotating lineup of organic ales and lagers.
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East Boulder
Founded in Boulder in 1993, Avery Brewing Company is known nationally for its bold, barrel-aged, and experimental beers. The large brewery campus includes a full restaurant, spacious taproom, and brewery tours.
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Longmont
Bearded Brewer Artisan Ales focuses on small-batch, thoughtfully crafted beers that highlight creativity and balance. This low-key Longmont spot offers a relaxed atmosphere where locals can explore unique, ever-changing brews.
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Boulder
Fritz Family Brewers is a family-friendly craft brewery in Niwot, Colorado, known for its welcoming, open pub-style atmosphere and a wide variety of carefully crafted ales and lagers. Founded by an experienced brewer and named after the owners’ son, it blends a cozy community vibe with high-quality beer, making it a go-to local gathering spot.
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Lafayette
Gravity Brewing is a laid-back craft brewery in the Denver/Boulder area known for its well-balanced beers, from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs brewed with a focus on precision and consistency. With a welcoming taproom and a rotating selection of approachable, high-quality brews, it’s a go-to spot for both casual drinkers and craft beer enthusiasts.
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Longmont
One of Colorado’s most iconic craft breweries, Left Hand is known for pioneering nitro beers and delivering a wide range of balanced, award-winning styles. Its Longmont taproom and beer garden offer a laid-back, community-driven vibe with frequent events and live music.
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Longmont
Liquid Mechanics Brewing blends science and creativity to produce a diverse lineup of approachable yet experimental craft beers. The taproom offers a relaxed, welcoming space that reflects the brewery’s playful and community-driven spirit.
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Longmont
Longs Peak Pub & Taphouse is a neighborhood brewpub and restaurant in downtown Longmont, Colorado. Opened in 2014 as part of the Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery collective, it carries forward the group’s focus on handcrafted beer, scratch-made food, and a relaxed, community-driven atmosphere.
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North Boulder
MainStage Brewing Company blends craft beer with performing arts, creating a taproom space that regularly hosts live music, theater, and comedy shows. Their beer lineup features approachable styles alongside rotating experimental releases.
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Downtown
Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery is a long-running Boulder brewpub known for its eclectic atmosphere, house-brewed beers, and legendary vegetarian-friendly pub menu. Located just off Pearl Street, it’s a staple gathering spot for locals and students.
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Longmont
Odd13 Brewing stands out with bold, hop-forward beers and a comic book-inspired brand that brings personality to every pour. Known for creative IPAs and imaginative releases, it’s a favorite for beer lovers looking for something unique.
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Longmont
Pumphouse Brewery is a lively brewpub in downtown Longmont known for its rotating craft beers, classic pub fare, and game-day atmosphere. With daily specials and a bustling bar scene, it’s a go-to spot for casual drinks and social nights.
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South Boulder
Southern Sun Pub & Brewery is the sister location to Mountain Sun and a beloved South Boulder neighborhood brewpub. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, house beers, and large patio, it’s a popular spot for locals and students alike.
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East Boulder
Twisted Pine Brewing Company is one of Boulder’s older craft breweries, known for creative beers and bold experimental styles. The brewery has a casual taproom and patio with a long history in the local craft beer scene.
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East Boulder
Upslope Brewing’s Flatiron Park taproom is their original Boulder location and focuses on small-batch beers and experimental releases. The relaxed taproom offers a rotating draft list and regular food truck appearances.
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North Boulder
The Lee Hill location serves as Upslope’s main brewery production facility and a large taproom space. It features a spacious outdoor beer garden and a wide variety of Upslope beers on draft.
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East Boulder
Vision Quest Brewing Company is a small independent brewery known for its creative beer lineup and adventurous brewing philosophy. The taproom has a welcoming community vibe and frequently hosts events and collaborations.
VIEW BREWERYRoll the dice and get lucky at MainStage Brewing! Everyone can play and score $5 beer selections. BackStage Pass members enjoy special deals on pints and slices all day. It's triple trouble tonight!
Enjoy live music on the patio at MainStage Brewing! This is an all-ages show so bring the whole family. Free admission to groove to great tunes while enjoying cold craft beer and delicious food.
Enjoy live music on the patio at MainStage Brewing with Peace, Love, & Crick Wooder. Perfect for a Saturday evening of great tunes and refreshing brews!
Get in an island groove and wear your Hawaiian shirts and flowered skirts for a chill night! Ukulele Dave brings the BEST vibes and will be introducing youth duo Maela & Novi to the 300 Suns stage. A perfect evening of live music and island-inspired fun. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Enjoy live music from Maingass on the patio at MainStage Brewing! A perfect evening of great beer, food, and entertainment. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Energizing yoga sessions held at Avery Brewing Company. Perfect way to start your weekend while enjoying the brewery atmosphere!
Weekly pop-up market featuring local vendors and artisans at MainStage Brewing. Shop unique items while enjoying great beer and community vibes!
Gather your friends and enjoy a full day of board games at Avery Brewing Company every Sunday!
Join us for a live music performance by Isaac Eicher and Ian Coury. A great way to spend your Sunday evening at MainStage Brewing!
Join us for an exciting night of board games and delicious spinach artichoke dip! Enjoy free fries for all players and take advantage of happy hour prices all night. It's the perfect way to unwind with friends at Longs Peak Pub. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Join us at Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery to celebrate after the Boulder Boulder race! Get a free 5oz beer with your race bib. Both Mountain Sun and Southern Sun locations will be opening early to serve all the race participants. It's the perfect way to refuel and celebrate your achievement!
Join the Wild Provisions community for an energizing Monday run club experience. Get your miles in and then enjoy a cold beer with fellow runners!
Join the Wild Coyote Club for a recurring Monday running meetup at Wibby Brewing in Longmont! A welcoming community gathering for runners of all levels, with both returning members and newcomers. Bring your energy and connect with fellow runners!
Every Tuesday is Guys Day at Pumphouse Brewery! Enjoy $3 Pumphouse pints all day and night. Even cheaper rates available during Loyalty Days. Come join the guys and support local community events!
Buy a t-shirt and get a FREE House Pint or Large French Fries! Or wear your Mountain Sun t-shirt and receive Happy Hour beer prices ALL DAY. A weekly celebration of brewery pride!
Weekly T-Shirt Tuesday promotion! Buy a Mountain Sun t-shirt and get a FREE house pint or large French fries. OR wear your Mountain Sun t-shirt and get happy hour beer prices all day!
Weekly T-Shirt Tuesday promotion! Buy a t-shirt on Tuesday and receive a FREE House Pint or Large French Fries, OR wear your Mountain Sun t-shirt and get Happy Hour beer prices ALL DAY. Join us every Tuesday for this amazing deal!
Hit the trails with fellow cycling enthusiasts on gravel bike rides every Tuesday! Meet at Avery Brewing Company and explore the beautiful Colorado terrain.
Test your knowledge at our weekly trivia night! Compete for bragging rights and prizes while enjoying great brews at MainStage Brewing.
Test your knowledge with Trivia With Trevonious Monk every Tuesday at Avery Brewing Company! Compete for prizes and bragging rights.
Laugh it up at Next Step Comedy night at Avery Brewing Company! Enjoy hilarious performances while sipping on world-class craft beer.
Test your knowledge at Tuesday Trivia Night hosted by Kairah of Digital Monk Entertainment! Come challenge yourself and your friends with exciting trivia questions. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Family-friendly Wednesday nights featuring live music, DJ sets, and special draft selections for everyone to enjoy at MainStage Brewing!
Join us for an exciting weekly trivia night! Test your knowledge and compete for bragging rights. Arrive early to secure your table. Food truck partnership available.
Laugh out loud at Next Step Comedy at Avery Brewing Company! Enjoy hilarious comedians while sipping on your favorite craft beer.
Weekly Survivor Club watch party. Games and prizes included.
Test your knowledge and compete in weekly trivia night at MainStage Brewing Lyons. Great way to spend your Monday evening with friends and fellow beer enthusiasts!
Every Thursday is Ladies Day at the Pumphouse! Enjoy $3 Pumphouse pints, $3 house wine, and $2 off all other wine. A weekly celebration for the ladies in our community!
Weekly bluegrass open pick and jam session! Bring your instruments and join us for an evening of live music. Every Thursday at 6 PM.
Monthly run club with a short route ending back at the brewery for beers and social time.
Advanced Bluegrass Pick every Thursday at Southern Sun Pub & Brewery. Hosted by Max Kabat of Bowregard. Free live music.
Roll the dice and enjoy great drafts and pints at MainStage Brewing! Join us for games, drinks, and fun every Wednesday. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Join fellow Magic enthusiasts for casual Commander format gameplay every Friday night. Bring your deck and compete in a fun, friendly atmosphere!
A newly released barrel-aged variant of Left Hand Brewing's Wake Up Dead beer, featuring rich oak-aged complexity.
A vibrant grapefruit-flavored beer from Wibby Brewing, featured at the inaugural Bloomgrass Festival.
A Scottish ale offered as a featured beer special during Pumphouse Brewery's 30th Anniversary Loyalty Days.
A crisp, easy-drinking spring lager built for longer outdoor days and post-hike refreshment as Colorado's weather warms up.
A simple and elegant German Pilsner brewed with Dingemans Pilsner malt and classic Hallertau Mittlefruh and Saaz hops. Just canned and ready to enjoy.
A Scottish ale featured as Pumphouse Brewery's Beer of the Day special at $5 per pint.
A rich stout featured as Pumphouse Brewery's Beer of the Day special at $5 per pint.
A 5.1% ABV German Pilsner brewed with Dingemans Pilsner malt and hopped with Hallertaur Mittlefruh and Saaz hops. Simple and elegant.
A crisp, easy-drinking lager built for longer days outside. Perfect after a Flatirons hike or spring activities in Colorado.
A vibrant grapefruit beer featured at Bloomgrass Festival. This refreshing brew showcases citrus notes perfect for outdoor summer events.
A returning seasonal pale ale or IPA with a golden, crisp character. This fan-favorite is back by popular demand.
A new beer release featured at MainStage Brewing with special pricing during the Dice and Drafts and Pints and Pages events.
A 7.2% IPA featuring Nelson Sauvin hops with notes of passion fruit, tangelo, and pine boughs. Available on draft and in 4-packs to-go.
Christopher's Bier Smoked Helles - a GABF medaled smoked helles that pairs perfectly with smoked meats.
A golden Kölsch beer released by Fritz Family Brewers, rescheduled to May 13th due to weather.
A juicy, expressive Double Hazy IPA brewed with Cryo Citra, Peacharine, Nelson, and Strata. Dangerously crushable with a smooth, full flavor profile.
A returning seasonal beer from Liquid Mechanics Brewing that has made a comeback after fan demand.
A vibrant grapefruit beer from Wibby Brewing, perfectly paired with spring festivities and outdoor celebrations.