. October is NC Beer Month!
NC Beer Month is a time for North Carolinians and tourists alike to explore the independent craft breweries of our state and savor a pint of finely crafted local beer. From big cities to small towns, North Carolina has more than 420 breweries and brewpubs – the most in the American South – making independent craft beer an essential part of our state’s experience.
In 2023, NC Beer Month will consist of the following components:
#NCBeer Month Marketing Tool-Kit
CLICK HERE for to access your 2023 #NCBeer Month Marketing Tool-Kit!
#NCBeer Month Marketing Tool-Kit Includes the following Digital Assets:
SOCIAL MEDIA HASHTAGS:
Official hashtag: #NCBeerMonth
See also #NCGuildSupported #DrinkNCBeer
Stay tuned for details on when & where this will take place.
Traditionally, Governor Roy Cooper will proclaim October as NC Beer Month. The proclamation reaffirms North Carolina’s vibrant and rich craft beer heritage. From locally malted grains to expertly crafted lagers and ales, North Carolina has gained international recognition for craft beer excellence. Beginning in 1985 with Weeping Radish, the independent craft beer industry has grown to 420+ breweries today. Known as “The State of Southern Beer”, the industry contributes more than $2.26B to the state’s economy, and has been instrumental in revitalizing many small towns and cities throughout the state.
The independent North Carolina craft beer industry is proud to serve our citizens and is committed to helping to build the communities we serve. We invite you to join the month-long celebration of North Carolina brewing craftsmanship by visiting your local brewery for a socially-distanced pint, or picking up curbside beer-to-go. Our breweries look forward to welcoming you!
Want to explore the unique breweries of North Carolina, all while earning a chance to win this year's amazing NC Beer Month Passport Sweepstakes prize to Brewgaloo Beer Festival in Raleigh? Throughout October, as you visit independent craft breweries across North Carolina, use Untappd, the popular “drink socially” smartphone app, to unlock limited edition NC Beer Month Passport badges and earn entries in the annual NC Beer Month Passport Sweepstakes! One lucky winner will be selected to win this year's Brewgaloo NC Beer Festival "Beercation" Sweepstakes Prize - sponsored by the Shop Local Raleigh.
To Participate: Use Untappd to tag the North Carolina brewery you visit and accumulate the following four limited edition NC Beer Month Passport Badges, and up to three chances to win!
Badge 1: Welcome to NC Beer Month 2023!
Badge 2: NC Beer Month Passport Badge, Level 1: Your 5th check-in earns you one sweepstakes entry
Badge 3: NC Beer Month Passport Badge, Level 2: Your 10th check-in earns you an additional sweepstakes entry
Click here for the official sweepstakes rules.
October 12th - October 22nd
Now in its 6th year, the NC Public House will showcase dozens of breweries, wineries, and cideries from across North Carolina at the North Carolina State Fair. Patrons of the NC Public House will be able to purchase a $10 Beer+Wine ticket which is redeemed for a serving of wine, cider or beer. Tickets may be purchased in advance, or at the entrance of the NC Public House.
For more details about participating in the NC Public House, click here.
Click here to purchase advanced tickets.
Throughout NC Beer Month, special events from the mountains to the coast will connect beer lovers with local brews that highlight the talent and creativity of our acclaimed craft breweries. The NC Craft Brewers Guild has partnered with the NCBeerGuys to provide you with a calendar of special events happening across the state. Are you a NC brewery or craft beer retailer with an event to highlight?
Send all #NCBeer Month event notices to dave@ncbeerguys.com to be included on the calendar.
CLICK HERE to view the 2023 "Drink Local" tote, available for purchase online. Cheers and Happy NC Beer Month!