Open at 11am for the O's day game tomorrow (5/2)!

SoBo Brewery District Glass Release May 4th!! Start here 12 - 3pm!

Welcome to Checkerspot Brewing!

Come see the new space at 1421 Ridgely St.

Why the Checkerspot name?

Fun Fact: The Baltimore Checkerspot butterfly is Maryland's state butterfly.

Our namesake embodies our belief that without an appreciation of nature, and local, quality ingredients... great beer cannot exist.

We’re proud to bring you an array of small-batch, thoughtfully crafted GLUTEN REDUCED beers–inspired by nature, but served right here in Baltimore-the city we love. There’s something for everyone here!

TAPROOM HOURS

Monday - Wednesday: 3 - 9 PM

Thursday: 3 - 10 PM

Friday & Saturday: 12 - 10 PM

Sunday: 12 - 8 PM

Food

New menu items coming soon!

Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 3-8PM

Thursday 4-9PM

Friday/Saturday 12-8PM

Sunday 12-6PM

EVENTS

Skip The Small Talk

Wednesday, May 1st
6:30-8:30PM

Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Wednesday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.

We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.

There will be food and drinks for sale.

Tickets Here:

https://www.skipthesmalltalk.com/store/skip-the-small-talk-at-checkerspot-brewing-co-wednesday-may-1-2024

SoBo Brewery District Glass Release

Saturday, May 4th

12-8PM

Mark your calendar for  South Baltimore Brewery District is hosting an all-day event at the four breweries. We’ll have a limited edition glass for sale that day that includes a free pint and also t-shirts available. Start at Checkerspot from 12 - 3pm with DJ Mudbone and lunch (kitchen opens at noon too). We have 2 special beer releases!! Each brewery will have special beer releases, music and more!

98 Rock Yappy Hour

Friday, May 10th
2-7pm

Dynamic duo, Kirk & Marianne are hosting their very first
YAPPY HOUR and you AND your dog are invited! They will broadcast live and hand out prizes for PAWesome good contests like Best Pet Tricks, Pet Costume Contest and so much more.

Bread By Bridget Bread Drop

Second Friday Of The Month

6-8PM

Freshly baked sourdough and focacci bread. Support your local microbakery.

Order Here:

https://www.hotplate.com/breadbybridget/f5dedac9-8a6a-40fe-b09f-d510e23fd384

On The Verge LIVE Podcast

Saturday, May 11th
2PM

Join Bob, Nick, and Zach for a live episode of Orioles on The Verge at Checkerspot Brewing. We'll have guests, a Q&A with the hosts, and more before the Orioles take on the Diamondbacks at 4:05.

Checkerspot will have the game on, so plan to stick around after the show. Have tickets to the O's game that day? No problem. Checkerspot is located a short distance from the ballpark, and makes for a perfect pregame destination.

Beer & Ballet

Wednesday, May 15th
7-8PM

Dancing to 80’s and 90’s music, participants will dance in an hour-long beginning - intermediate ballet class. Those of legal age are invited to purchase a brew and take their place at the bar. Afterward, join us at our "After Brew Hangout" to meet new folks, chat about class, and enjoy a new brew.

Tickets Here:
https://events.humanitix.com/beer-and-ballet-checkerspot-brewing-may

WTMD Birthday & Beer Release

Saturday, May 18th
1-6PM
WTMD is turning 21 this year and we're celebrating with our very own beer!
The station is partnering with the team at Checkerspot to brew Backstage Pass, a crisp, drinkable Blonde Ale (just in time for First Thursday Festival season)! Made from W.T.M.D. hops (Warrior, Tettnang, Mt. Hood and Delta), Backstage Pass is expected to land around 4.5% ABV.
This free party features live music from Brooks Long & the Human Resources, as well as all your favorite on-air hosts.
Let’s raise a toast to Total Music Discovery. Cheers!
Beer label artwork by Alex Fine

In Unison World Premiere 

Friday, May 24th
5-10PM

See the movie that can actually prove you are alive.
Jay Jinx Films presents "In Unison."

Flight Night

Wednesday, May 29th
6-7PM

Participate in our monthly Flight Night to enjoy six 8oz pours of our gluten-reduced craft beers served to you by owner and brewer, Judy Neff. Throughout this tasting you will learn about both the science and creativity behind the brewing industry. The menu is predetermined by Judy in hopes to expand your pallet and understanding for each beer style.

Tickets Here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/893818935497?aff=oddtdtcreator

6th Anniversary Save The Date

Saturday, June 15th

12-8PM

Save the date for our 6th anniversary party! We will travel back in time with all of our anniversary beers on tap. We will have live bands and DJs all day. Step outside and immerse yourself in a bustling hub of local vendors that embrace the core values of Checkerspot. Our vendors offer female-owned, family friendly, dog friendly, and/or nature inspired goods.

Bring your whole family, friends and pets to raise a glass to another year of brewing in Baltimore.

Greg's Shitty Trivia

Greg's Shitty Trivia is in the house every Thursday, serving you some of the funniest, craziest trivia in town.

Games start at 8 PM. Tables and chairs are first-come, first-serve.

For more of Greg's events and trivia nights, visit www.GregsShittyTrivia.com.

UPCOMING BEER RELEASES

April 27th - Saison Papillon, a Honey Rye Saison brewed in collaboration with Idiom Brewing

 

May 4th - "Do or Do Not", a pilot batch lager with Timut peppercorns, matcha green tea, lime, salt & agave

May 4th - "There is No Try", a pilot batch lager with curry leaf, Kashmiri chili, agave, lime & salt

 

May 5th - Lima Limón Gose with sea salt, lemon & lime

 

May 18th - Backstage Pass Blonde, brewed in collaboration with 89.7 WTMD for their 21st birthday!

 

June 15th - 6TH ANNIVERSARY!!!! We will have a re-release of Inspiration Rye IPA, still in collaboration with Sam Adams and the Brewing the American Dream program but brewed at Checkerspot, and we are brining back our anniversary beer releases from all of the years past. High Five Schwarzbier, Bella Birra Italian Pilsner, 3 Honey Hazy IPA, Local Gold Hefeweizen and a special Dog Beer for the pooches will stand in for year 2.

Checkerspot Events & Specials

Get notified about our beer releases, specials, and upcoming events!

HOST YOUR EVENT AT CHECKERSPOT!

 

Book event space at Checkerspot to host your next business meeting, anniversary party, birthday party, wedding, rehearsal dinner, team building event, gender reveal, holiday party, fundraiser, etc. Whatever you dream up, we can do!

Fill out the form in the Contact Us tab or email Denis for more information at denis@checkerspotbrewing.com.

OUR LOCATION

Checkerspot Brewing Company
1421 Ridgely St.
Baltimore, MD 21230

Brewery: (443) 388-9198

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