Breweries in the Triad

Breweries in the Triad

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The Triad is home to a vibrant brewery scene, making it a popular spot for craft beer enthusiasts and families alike. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day, meet up with friends, or simply enjoy some local flavors, the breweries in the Triad offer a relaxed atmosphere that’s often family-friendly. Many offer outdoor seating, live music, and food trucks, so it’s easy to bring the kids along for an afternoon outing while you sip on a local brew. This guide will introduce you to some of the best breweries in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Burlington, High Point, and Kernersville.

Breweries in Burlington

Burlington Beer Works

Red Oak Brewery

  • Address: 6901 Konica Dr, Whitsett, NC 27377 (Near Burlington)
  • Phone: (336) 447-2055
  • Website: redoakbrewery.com
  • ages 21+

Haw River Farmhouse

  • Address: 1713 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd, Saxapahaw, NC 27340
  • Phone: (336) 525-2460
  • Website: hawriverales.com

Breweries in Greensboro

Natty Greene’s Brewing Co.

  • Address: 345 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401
  • Phone: (336) 274-1373
  • Website: nattygreenes.com

Joymongers Brewing Co.

  • Address: 576 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401
  • Phone: (336) 763-5255
  • Website: joymongers.com

Oden Brewing Company

  • Address: 802 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27403
  • Phone: (336) 701-5338
  • Website: odenbrewing.com

SouthEnd Brewing Co.

Little Brother Brewing

Pig Pounder Brewery

  • Address: 1107 Grecade St, Greensboro, NC 27408
  • Phone: (336) 553-1290
  • Website: pigpounder.com

Hidden Gate Brewing Company

Steel Hands Brewing 

Breweries in High Point

Brown Truck Brewery

Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery

Paddled South Brewing Co.

Breweries in Winston-Salem

Foothills Brewing

Wise Man Brewing

  • Address: 826 Angelo Bros Ave NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
  • Phone: (336) 725-0008
  • Website: wisemanbrewing.com

Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Company

  • Address: 772 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
  • Phone: (336) 999-8945
  • Website: fiddlinfish.com

Small Batch Beer Co.

  • Address: 241 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
  • Phone: (336) 893-6395
  • Website: https://www.smallbatchws.com/

Incendiary Brewing Company

Radar Brewing Company

Brouwerij Dubois

Lesser-Known Beer Co.

Beer Festivals in NC

Winter (January–February)

Winter Warmer Beer Festival

Asheville (U.S. Cellular Center) • January
Cozy, indoor tasting event focusing on stouts, porters, barrel-aged beers, and winter ales, with local food and live music.

Spring (March–May)

Wilmington Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

Wilmington • March 15, 2025
St. Patrick’s weekend party with unlimited beer and bourbon tastings, BBQ, live music, and games.

NC Brewers & Music Festival

Near Charlotte • May 12–13, 2025
A weekend of live music (9 bands) and unlimited beer samples from 40+ breweries. Camping-friendly.

Cheerwine Festival (w/ Beer Gardens)

Salisbury • May 17, 2025
Family-friendly soda fest with beer gardens, food trucks, craft vendors, and live music.

Asheville Beer Week

Asheville • Late May 2025
Week-long series of brewery tours, tap takeovers, beer dinners, education events, and limited releases across dozens of Asheville’s breweries.

Summer (June–August)

Cary Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

Cary • August 1–2, 2025
Two-day celebration with 60+ beers, 40+ bourbons, BBQ, lawn games, and a souvenir glass.

High Country Beer Festival

Boone • August 23, 2025
Features 40+ regional breweries, fermentation education, food trucks, and mountain music.

Fall (September–October)

Winston-Salem Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

Winston-Salem • September 6, 2025
Unlimited beer & bourbon tastings, smoked meats, live music, and the “Shrine of Swine.”

Top of the Carolinas Beer Festival

Littleton • September 20, 2025
Small-town charm with NC breweries, live music, food trucks, and homebrew education.

Brewgrass Festival

Asheville • September 2025 (TBA)
One of Asheville’s original beer festivals (since 1996), with 40–50 breweries and nationally touring bluegrass bands. Held outdoors—beer by the glass, music all day.

Voracious & Rare Beer Festival

Wilmington • October 17, 2025
High-end, intimate event with limited-release beers, select brewers, and food pairings.

Das Best Oktoberfest

Charlotte • October 2025 (TBA)
120+ beers and schnapps, bratwurst, oompah bands, and games—big German-style celebration.

Triangle Oktoberfest

Cary • Early October 2025 (TBA)
Family-friendly German fest with authentic beer, dancing, and traditional food.

Oktoberfest Asheville

Pack Square Park, Asheville • Early October 2025 (TBA)
Live Bavarian music, beer tents, stein-hoisting, costume contests, and sausage races. Asheville’s version of a traditional Oktoberfest.

Burnpile Festival

Asheville (Forestry Camp) • October 2025 (TBA)
Curated fall beer fest with open fires, live indie music, small-batch beer, and local food.

The brewery scene in the Triad is thriving, and what makes it even better is how welcoming it is to families. Many breweries, like Joymongers in Greensboro or Incendiary Brewing in Winston-Salem, offer dog-friendly patios, board games, and activities that make them accessible and fun for everyone. These breweries have found the perfect balance between offering high-quality craft beer and creating an inclusive environment for families and beer lovers alike. So next time you’re planning a weekend activity, consider stopping by one of the many family-friendly breweries in the Triad. Whether you’re a craft beer aficionado or just looking for a laid-back spot to relax with the kids, there’s something for everyone.

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