Welp, in case you haven’t walked outside in the past week, it is officially summer. As it does every year, it came on with the quickness, but honestly that’s okay, because we have cold beer and friends to help us forget about the sweat dripping from our brow. We’ve got some cool July events to look forward to (some literally cool because they are inside!) We genuinely hope to see you all this month. Let us gather, cheers, and vent about this crazy country we live in. If you see our resident party person around town be sure to wish Brandy a very happy birthday before, during or after July 3rd!

The National Beer Wholesalers Association tells us the top beer holiday in America is Independence Day–followed by Memorial Day and Labor Day–so we’re right in the middle of the most important season for breweries. As we’re seeing the beer business writ large face a multi-year decline, your dollars spent at local small businesses are more valuable than ever.

 DC Beer Events Spotlight

Sunday, July 20th: July Beer Share Hosted by Chacho Spirits - Come join us for a spicy afternoon of beer tasting hosted at Chacho Spirits! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to sample a variety of unique and flavorful brews with fellow beer enthusiasts and learn about exotic booze. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just looking to try something new, this event is sure to spice up your July. For those of you who haven't been to Chacho, or may not know what Chacho is, it is a wonderful local distillery making traditional sugar cane-based aguardiente, infused with jalapenos and love.

Wednesday, July 23. 6:30-9pm - Capital Trivia x DC Beer @ Other Half Brewing, Ivy City Come party with Jordan, listen to good music, enjoy some hazies, and play trivia. It’s seriously fun.

WBCC Baltimore Branch at Waverly Sun. 27 1-3pm

Join the Baltimore Branch of the Womxn's Brew Culture Club as we head to Waverly Brewing Company for a fun and beer-filled outing! This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow beer enthusiasts and explore a local brewery. Whether you're a seasoned beer connoisseur or just starting to dip your toes into the world of craft brews, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this chance to enjoy good company and great beer at Waverly! RSVP to celebrate our love for beer and our inclusive community together! This event is open to women & non-binary folks seeking inclusive, educational & safe drinking spaces. Each attendee is responsible for their own tabs during the event, no entrance fee.

SAVE THE DATE! Sunday July 27 at Wundergarten for a BBQ and Beer Block Party BLOWOUT benefitting the DC Rape Crisis Center! More details to come, but expect local beer on drafts and cans with appearances from your favorite beer makers and shakers. There will be a silent auction, live performances, a dunk tank, BBQ, and more to help raise money for the DC Rape Crisis Center. Let’s support survivors and stop rape culture all while raising a pint. Thank you to Brandon at Wundergarten and Haley at DCRCC for coordinating this must-attend event.

BEER OF THE MONTH!!!

Beer of the Month at The Brew Shop in Arlington: Wheatland Spring “Vales” Pilsner Houblonee and DC Beer members get 10% off!

Articles:

Articles: Snallygaster 2025 - Tickets go on sale July 8!

Date Coding; you gotta check for freshness before you buy!

Dynasty in Ashburn you be yours, or partially yours. Let us explain. This Could Go Boom! is both a beer and festival, with music from July 21 to 27.

Podcasts: 

The pod is getting revamped and rebooted, so please stay tuned for updates on our next/re-debut episode! We miss ya’ll and we know you’re itching for some cool DC Beer chittin’ and chattin’!

Staff Picks - Local Events Spotlight

Henceforth’s Rooftop is NOW OPEN! Just in time for Fourth of July Fireworks…should be a pretty good view.

Soul Mega has MegaFest coming up in September, but before then, check out their collaboration with Bluejacket dropping on July 12th. Distortion to Static is 5.0% ABV New Zealand Pilsner brewed with Nectaron and Rakau hops from Garston Hops (a CBC Indy connection).

July 14th: Denizens is hosting a Give Back Fundraising Happy Hour for Community Forklift! Go check it out!

The Nature Conservancy’s 2025 OktoberForest Fest will be held on Sunday, September 7, from 12-6pm on the beautiful grounds of Fine Creek Brewing in Powhatan, VA.

Fancy hops? It’s JulyPA at Pizzeria Paradiso. They’ve got the deets.

More events at our site, and bars and breweries, please submit your events!

THANK YOU to our AMAZING DC BEER MEMBERS!

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Cheers, The DC Beer Team