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Boston Breweries, Tours, and Events

See What's Brewing in Boston!

Boston has emerged as a bodacious beer haven, and Meet Boston is here to keep beer lovers apprised of all happenings: beer gardens, taproom and brewery openings, beer festivals and more!  Want to tap into what's brewing? We’ve got you covered. 

Featured Breweries

Harpoon Brewery

With license 001, Harpoon Brewery is Massachusetts' original brewery. Come explore the history of Boston over craft beer made on-site and our soft pretzels. Get a behind the scenes look at one of New England's largest operating breweries on one of our tours. Outdoor dining is...

Samuel Adams Boston Brewery - The Boston Beer Company

During your visit to Boston, you’ll no doubt learn about Samuel Adams and the role he played in the American Revolution. Of course, you should also know he was a brewer, and the Boston Brewery sporting his name put American craft brewing on the map in the mid-1980’s. When you...

Trillium Brewing Company

JC and Esther Tetreault opened Trillium in March of 2013 with the desire to create a lifestyle and experiences through the lens of a modern New England farmhouse brewery. Artisanal food and beverages are central to everything Trillium does, and core values drive the approach to...

Lord Hobo Seaport Restaurant and Taproom

Located in the heart of the city, the restaurant and taproom have both indoor and outdoor space. The draft lines consists of 16 rotating Lord Hobo beers. The food menu has a refined twist on true New England fare spanning from a mouth-watering, fresh-shucked Maine lobster roll to...

Samuel Adams Boston Taproom

The Samuel Adams Boston Taproom, located in the heart of Downtown Boston, offers 15,000 sq. ft of space for drinkers to experience 20 taps including their favorite Sam Adams beers and a lineup of research and innovation brews

Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co.

Cheeky Monkey is a person containing incredible amounts of awesomeness through use of sarcasm. Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co. is excited to bring sarcasm and freshly brewed beers to Lansdowne Street. Going far beyond your average brewery, Cheeky Monkey creates a one of a kind...

Chattermark Distillers

Chattermark Distillers is a 'made from scratch' distillery that fosters relationships with local New England farms to source premium grains and produce award winning spirits.

Boston is the place to be for craft beer events!  Whether it's a tasting or other special event, you're sure to find a unique activity to raise your glass and enjoy a pint or two.  Cheers!
 

Activities & Events

CISCO BREWERS SEAPORT POP-UP

Cisco Brewers are thrilled to announce the return of the Cisco Brewers Seaport for its sixth season. Starting on Thursday, April 13, the pop-up will bring back those Nantucket island vibes to the Seaport. Alongside its renowned portfolio of innovative beer, this year’s Cisco...

Over the Charles Rooftop Bar Summer Season

OVER THE CHARLES ROOFTOP BAR SUMMER SEASON IS BACK Join us at Over the Charles Rooftop Bar for another crafted summer season, 16-stories up on the roof of DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston - Cambridge. Kick back and take in scenic Charles River and city skyline views. Grab your...

The Ghosts of our (Founding) Fathers Haunted Pub Crawl

Spend the evening chases the spirits of our Founding Fathers on our Haunted Pub Crawl of Boston's most historic, and haunted pub crawls. You must be at least 21 years of age to join this tour Drink the same drinks as our founding fathers in the same places that they did Your Tour...

Trillium Garden on the Common / Emerson College UnCommon Stage 

Check out a new beer garden and performance space at Boston Common: Trillium Garden on the Common and Emerson College UnCommon Stage. The new partnership between Emerson College and Trillium, in conjunction with the City of Boston, brings an outdoor, curated entertainment stage...

Trillium on the Greenway

We are delighted to announce that Trillium Garden on The Greenway will open for a seventh season! Trillium’s drink offerings will be paired with some incredible partners from our 2023 Food Truck Program. At Trillium Garden on The Greenway, you’ll find Wanderlust on Wednesdays,...

Samuel Adams Boston Brewery Tours

Tour Experiences are back! At this time, please note that our Tour Experience availability is limited. Tour Experience tickets are posted one week at a time--please check the Saturday before you visit for tickets. Private Tours must be booked at least a week in advance and we can...

Harpoon Octoberfest

Flowing taps, live oompah music, stein-hoisting competitions, pretzel eating contests, chicken dancing, and more will be waiting for you at our largest festival of the year. Raise a stein with us under our open air tents with thousands of beer lovers! What started as our second...

Summer Rooftop DJ Weekends

The vibes are vibin' once again! We're bringing back our Rooftop Deck DJs this Summer in Downtown Boston to kick off Memorial Day Weekend on Fridays and Saturdays from 7-10pm. Come grab a pint and meet us on the rooftop!

6th Annual OktoberFest

This is the season for beautiful foliage, tasty beer and camaraderie among friends! Raise your steins and toss the empty kegs as you eat, drink and celebrate with live German music, contests, shows, craft and farmers' market vendors, and activities for the whole family. Family...

OCTOBERFEST

How perfect does an afternoon with a frosty cold beer in hand sound? Head to Time Out Market Boston in Fenway on September 30th for an unforgettable Octoberfest with the finest locally crafted beers from breweries from around New England. Sample brews and shop local artisans from...

Oktoberfest Celebration at Patriot Place

Take part in German traditions at the Patriot Place Oktoberfest Celebration sponsored by Wormtown Brewery. The fun consists of live German music, yard games, traditional German activities & games, family fun and much more! This event is free and open the public. Activities...

The Original Brew Tour

Taste up to 16 different local craft beers (only with all-inclusive ticket) around Boston while enjoying a deliciously paired meal at Chelsea Station, as well as round-trip transportation. With our excellent tour guides providing entertainment, history, and brewing knowledge, the...

Harpoon Dogtoberfest

This fundraising event welcomes dog lovers and their furry friends to the Harpoon Brewery to celebrate Octoberfest! Net proceeds from this event go to the Kenary Brain Tumor Research Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and MSPCA – Angell. HARPOON DOGTOBERFEST EVENT INFO...

Live Music Sundays

Every Sunday we have live music in the Taproom! Whether its our resident artist, The Lighthouse Route, or a new find, you can enjoy originals and covers by local Boston musicians!

SOWA Open Market

The SoWa Open Market is one of the largest open-air farmer and artist markets in Boston. With a variety of regional and local vendors, plus food + beverage trucks, nestled among artist studios, galleries, and retail shops on the pedestrian-only Thayer Street, the SoWa (South of...

MONTHLY INDUSTRY NIGHT

Join us for our monthly Hospitality & Retail Industry Night every 1st Monday of the month. From 5-9pm, enjoy specials on food & drinks for those in the industry!

Chandler Street Oktoberfest

Save the date! Boston's best block party returns this fall! Join us for the Chandler Street Block Party on October 7 from 1-6 PM. DJs, booze, food, and good vibes guaranteed! #LGBTQ+ #BostonPride #BlockParty #Oktoberfest This 21+ LGBTQ+ block party, organized by Boston Proud,...

44th Annual Oktoberfest in Harvard Square

Harvard Square’s flagship event returns! We can’t contain our excitement either! Live music on multiple stages, countless international food vendors, crafts and of course, festive beer gardens located throughout the Square. Come be a part of a legendary tradition – it will...

MR. SWINDLE’S TRAVELING PECULIARIUM AND DRINK-ORY GARDEN

Mr. Swindle’s Traveling Peculiarium and Drink-Ory Garden is returning to town! We will be hosting Mr. B.S. Swindler AKA Mr. Swindle as he hosts his captivating 90-minute extravaganza from October 12th – November 5th right here under a boutique big top at the Harpoon Brewery...

CIDERFEST 2023

Swing by on Saturday, October 21st, from 12-5pm for our Ciderfest. This event is free to attend, but you must be 21+ to sample the ciders. We have teamed up with all our favorite cideries to showcase the best that New England has to offer. Jump into the flavors of Fall with live...

Harvard Art Museums at Night

Join us for an evening of art, fun, food, and more! This event is free and open to everyone. Gather with friends and mingle inside our Italian-inspired courtyard while taking in the smooth sounds from DJ C-Zone. Browse the museum shop and chat over a snack or drink for purchase...

Greater Boston Craft Beer Trail