flagstaff az brewery tour

How it Works

The breweries.

• Trail Rules & FAQ

The Flagstaff Brewery Trail has never been more fun – or rewarding!

Northern Arizona has always been THE place for hiking, biking, skiing, and sightseeing in breathtaking beauty. But the real adventure begins right here in the heart of the city. Flagstaff’s local breweries have something to please everyone’s craft beer palate, from distinctive IPAs and light-hearted Sessions to limited-edition brews and Kölsch-style ales.

So grab a passport and start exploring the wild creativity that has turned Flagstaff into Arizona’s Craft Brew City. Best of all, your journey ends with the treasure of a lasting trail memory: Our special-edition commemorative nonic-style pint glass. Cheers!

Photo: Dark Sky Brewing

Trekking the Flagstaff Brewery Trail is as easy as 1-2-3:

Visit flagstaffbrewerytrail.loyalbrew.com to register for the digital passport. a pdf version of the brewery trail map can be found here ..

• Using the digital passport, visit all eight breweries (no purchase necessary).
• Stamps are claimed via a geo-tag feature within each brewery’s premises or by taking a ‘selfie’ and uploading the picture to the passport.
• Once you have all eight stamps, bring your completed digital passport to one of two Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau locations to receive your commemorative souvenir pint glass: Flagstaff Visitor Center or Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau .

You can find all the details you need under How It Works and FAQs including Trail Rules. Be sure to hit the trail responsibly. Local trekkers always know to play it safe by letting someone else drive. Consider designating a driver, calling a taxi—or add to your adventure with friendly Lyft or Uber drivers who know and love everything Flagstaff.

Photo: Mother Road Downtown Brewery

Behind every brewery and every brew lies a world of colorful stories about travel, people, places, legends and dreams. Make new friends or reach out to beer lovers everywhere by using #craftbeerflg to share photos and experiences.

Now relax and take your time exploring.  Plan ahead for each beer venture by contacting each brewery to confirm the business hours. No deadlines to meet, no rush to sample a pint at each brewery and collect all eight passport stamps. Savor the suds and drink in the unique brewery settings and offerings along the way. No purchase necessary to receive a passport or stamp.

Once you have all eight stamps, bring your completed passport to receive your commemorative souvenir pint glass to one of two Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau locations listed on the map during normal business hours.

The Flagstaff Visitor Center, Historic Flagstaff Train Depot

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau

Photo: Lumberyard Brewing Company

Historic Brewing Company

The 15-handle Taproom may have limited hours, but this brewery’s must-see location in an industrial park is only outdone by the “crafted awesomeness” of each beer. Piehole Porter is the undisputed star as a cherry-vanilla porter that drinks like a liquid cherry cordial.

Address: 4366 E Huntington Drive Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Wanderlust Brewing Company

Wanderlust brews beers inspired by a lifetime of travel and adventure. Their specialty is Belgian and German inspired beers, and also modern twists on classic american styles. Flagships include the 928 Local, a wild-fermented Farmhouse Ale, and Pan American Stout which contains Mexican vanilla and locally roasted coffee.

Address: 1519 N Main Street Flagstaff, Suite 102, AZ 86001

Mother Road Brewing Company’s Downtown Brewery

Named for Historic Route 66, “Mother Road” is most famous for its award-winning Tower Station IPA, an India Pale Ale with aromas of tangerine and pineapple. Downtown Brewery is an ideal setting to relax with a pint and linger over conversation or a book from the small library.

Address: 7 South Mikes Pike Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Beaver Street Brewery

Opening its doors in March of 1994, Flagstaff’s first brewpub has remained a local favorite for award-winning craft beers in the tradition of Railhead Red, R&R Oatmeal Stout, and Red Rock Raspberry. Unique features include the Brews & Cues game room and a “hops garden.”

Address: 11 S Beaver Street Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Lumberyard Brewing Company

Lumberyard Brewing is located in one of the last standing buildings from Flagstaff, Arizona’s Lumber Era. Check out the brewers through the glass in the dining room, grab a pint of Flagstaff IPA, Knotty Extra Pale Ale or Humphrey’s Hefe and enjoy a bite to eat out on their scenic beer garden.

Address: 5 S San Francisco Street Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Flagstaff Brewing Company

With its courtyard patio and casual, friendly pub atmosphere, “Flagbrew” has been delighting locals and visitors with small-batch, hand-crafted beers since 1994. One of the finest offerings is the Blackbird Porter, where the firm hop backbone works well with roast and chocolate notes.

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Address: 16 East Route 66 St Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Dark Sky Brewing

Constantly pushing the limits of creativity, Dark Sky was named for Flagstaff’s designation as the 1st International Dark Sky City. Producing hundreds of experimental recipes since its opening in 2014, the brewery strives to introduce three new craft beers each week.

Address: 117 N Beaver Street Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Grand Canyon Brewing Company

Grand Canyon Brewing Company’s Flagstaff taproom is their second location. It features a 5 barrel brewhouse which allows their brewers to flex their creativity. A full menu with scratch food, as well as local guest taps and craft cocktails made with Grand Canyon Distillery spirits!

Address: 1800 South Milton Rd Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Trail Rules

Flagstaff Craft Brew Trail Rules & Restrictions

• You must be 21 or over to participate and receive a commemorative pint glass
• Each person redeeming a passport for a souvenir pint glass must have his or her own completed digital passport
• Limit of one pint glass per person
• No screenshots of completed passports – participants must display their own digital passport
• Souvenir pint glasses are limited to stock on hand
• No purchase necessary to receive a passport or stamp
• Please drink responsibly

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i still receive a souvenir pint glass for a partially completed passport, what if i am missing just one stamp because a brewery was not open the day i visited, does it matter what order my stamps are in, is there a deadline for turning in my passport, can each member of my family or my group redeem a passport for a souvenir pint glass, can i bring underage children into the breweries, can i bring my friend’s passport to the convention & visitors bureau or the flagstaff visitor center and pick up the souvenir pint glass for him/her, are the commemorative flagstaff arizona’s craft brew city pint glasses available for purchase, how can i get around the flagstaff craft brew trail without driving, #craftbeerflg, ©2023 mother road brewery. all rights reserved..

Dark Sky Brewing

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Flagstaff Breweries

In Flagstaff, Arizona, a wonderful craft beer scene awaits. Amongst its mountainous backdrop, the city hosts a diverse selection of breweries, from established names to innovative newcomers, each with its unique character and handcrafted brews. Beer enthusiasts revel in the city's welcoming taprooms, which all offer a variety of delicious food, events, and live music. Plan a visit to Flagstaff soon and discover why countless travelers consider this vibrant beer scene an essential destination.

Established in 2014, Dark Sky Brewing Co. stands out due to its commitment to crafting inventive, small-batch, diverse beer styles ranging from juicy IPAs to fruited sours or barrel-aged stouts. Their uniqueness lies in their innovative approach to brewing, experimenting with flavors, ingredients, and brewing techniques to create distinct and memorable beers like Oreo Stout. Their dedication to the creation of new and exciting flavors contributes to their distinctiveness within Flagstaff's craft beer scene. It is important to note that Dark Sky is split into two sections located beside each other. The original taproom offers woodfired pizzas from local favorite Pizzicleta, or you can step next door to the new Beer Garden and enjoy upscale versions of your favorite pub food from their Atmosphere kitchen.

• Family-friendly (Pizzicleta side)
• 21+ Only (Beer Garden)
• Pet-Friendly
• Live Music / Events

Mother Road Brewing Company

Mother Road Brewing Company is a renowned craft brewery known for its dedication to quality and its homage to the historic Route 66, often referred to as the "Mother Road." Established in 2011, the brewery takes inspiration from the road's nostalgic spirit and celebrates it through its handcrafted beers. Mother Road Brewing offers a diverse lineup of brews, including ales, IPAs, stouts, and seasonal selections, each reflecting a unique blend of flavors and creativity. Their taproom provides a welcoming atmosphere for beer enthusiasts to savor their brews and experience the essence of the iconic Route 66. Mother Road’s flagship beer Tower Station IPA has specifically gained recognition for this brewery, winning a gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) in 2016. While you are there be sure to grab some delectable cajun & barbeque bites from their very own Roadside Stove kitchen!

• Family-friendly
• Pet-friendly

Historic Barrel + Bottle House

Historic Brewing Company got its start in Flagstaff in 2013. Since its inception, it has opened tasting rooms in Flagstaff and Williams, AZ. Historic has a knack for incorporating some less traditional ingredients into their beers including but not limited to their Piehole Porter (a cherry vanilla porter) or their Undercover Cucumber (a blonde ale infused with cucumber). We recommend starting at their Barrel + Bottle house located in downtown Flagstaff where you can try some of their exceptional brews, craft cocktails, and delicious pub fare. If you have time stop by the original brewery located in East Flagstaff.

• Cocktail lounge

Lumberyard Brewing Co.

Lumberyard Brewing Company, established in 2010, is centrally located in downtown Flagstaff, just south of the train tracks. Its proximity to the train station offers a unique backdrop as you enjoy one (or two) finely crafted beers on their patio as trains pass below a breathtaking view of the San Francisco Peaks. Lumberyard is true to its classic styles offering great staples like their Flagstaff IPA or its Railhead Red Ale. They also have a full bar and extensive food menu so be sure to grab something to eat while you are there.

Beaver Street Brewery (Brews & Cues)

Established in 1994, Beaver Street Brewery holds the distinction of being the first brewery in Flagstaff. As the (older) sister brewery to Lumberyard Brewing Company, this establishment shares some of the same signature beers found at the sister pub while also offering a variety of its own unique handcrafted beers including its Red Rock Raspberry Ale and the Midnight Black IPA. Beaver Street is one of our first choices for a sit-down dining experience as they offer a warm, inviting brewpub atmosphere, along with extensive food and cocktail menus. Next door to the pub is their Brews & Cues pool hall where they offer a limited Beaver Street food menu and access to all the same great beers that their restaurant offers.

• Pool tables

Wanderlust Brewing Company

Wanderlust Brewing Company, founded in 2013, is slightly off the beaten path just east of downtown Flagstaff and absolutely worth a visit. Wanderlust is especially known for its Saisons and Farmhouse Ales, but also offers other great styles including stouts, sours, and IPAs. This taproom hosts weekly music acts and will occasionally have a local rotating food truck (see their event calendar).

• Special Occasion food trucks

Flagstaff Brewing Company

Flagstaff Brewing Company stands out due to its rich history and status as one of the oldest breweries in Flagstaff, dating back to its establishment in 1994. This downtown pub is also one of our favorite destinations for live music and events, as they regularly host artists on their indoor dance floor or outdoor stage. They offer a variety of their core brews as well as a large selection of guest taps, a full bar, and a food menu. For you whiskey lovers it is also worth noting that Flagstaff Brewing Company boasts one of the largest selections of whiskey and bourbon in the country!

• Whiskey bar

Grand Canyon Brewing + Distillery

Grand Canyon Brewing’s Flagstaff brewpub is one of the newest additions to the area’s craft beer offerings. Based out of Williams, AZ, this location features a five-barrel brewhouse that allows them a unique selection of small-batch brews as well as a handful of local guest brewery taps. As the name suggests this pub also offers an assortment of their in-house craft spirits and cocktails. This location also boasts a tasty menu of traditional pub fare.

• Craft spirits

Drinking Horn Meadery

Although they don’t brew beer, the Drinking Horn Meadery is worthy of this list as it is an established name in Flagstaff's craft beverage scene. Mead is an ancient fermented beverage made from honey, water, and often fruits, spices, or herbs. Drinking Horn Meadery offers a diverse selection of meads, ranging from traditional honey-based varieties to creative and flavored concoctions. This establishment provides a welcoming tasting room where patrons can enjoy and learn about different styles of mead and take a pallet cleanser from a long day of beer sampling!

Beer Activities!

Craft beer taphouses.

If you are still thirsty after visiting the local breweries we thought it would be worth mentioning a couple of our favorite taphouses for sampling some of the best rotating Arizona craft beers in the state. Hops on Birch and Mountain Top Tap Room each offer great selections from local and/or Arizona state-based breweries. Both of these taphouses are also great spots to catch live local music!

Flagstaff Brewery Trail

The Flagstaff Brewery Trail is a self-guided journey through the city's vibrant craft beer scene, featuring a collection of renowned breweries. This trail invites beer aficionados to explore various breweries, each offering distinctive flavors and experiences. Participants receive a passport, encouraging visits to multiple breweries to collect stamps and earn rewards. The Ale Trail showcases Flagstaff's diverse craft beer culture, allowing visitors to savor handcrafted brews while immersing themselves in the city's spirited beer community.

Alpine Pedaler

Flagstaff's Alpine Pedaler is a unique way to explore the city, offering pedal-powered tours on a distinctive multi-person bike. This mobile pub-crawl experience takes riders to local breweries, pubs, and scenic spots while pedaling through downtown. Participants enjoy drinks, music, and a lively atmosphere, creating an entertaining and social adventure through Flagstaff's streets.

Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival

Flagstaff's Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival, Established in 2013, ranks among the region's top beer celebrations. Hosted annually at Flagstaff's Coconino County Fairgrounds, it showcases an assortment of local and regional breweries. Attendees indulge in sampling up to 100 distinct brews crafted by top US brewers. Alongside the beer tasting, enjoy diverse live music, family-friendly entertainment, and delectable fare from local vendors. The festival also features educational sessions on craft brewing art. It's advisable to check the official festival website or local event listings for the most up-to-date information regarding the festival's schedule and dates for each year.

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FLG Terroir: Wine Bar & Bistro

FLG Terroir is located in historic downtown Flagstaff. We specialize in small boutique wines from throughout the world in all price categories. Our list is over 500 labels, which makes us one of the best wine bars in Flagstaff with an assortment of choices for your experience. We offer 27 wines by the glass and a great selection of bottled beers with a focus in Belgian Ales.

With the addition of a kitchen we are not only a wine bar in Flagstaff but a hotspot in the local foodie scene. Featuring oysters on the half, small creative plates, house-made ice creams and so much more. With our fully renovated space and commitment to quality service, FLG Terroir surely sets the standards high for wine bars in Flagstaff and is a place to visit again and again.

Covid-19 Precaution Measures: State of the art air purification system

Happy Hour | All Food | Family-Friendly | Vegan Options | Vegetarian | Gluten Free Options | Dinner | Late-Night | Happy hour | Dine-In | Downtown | COVID-19 Precautions Taken | American

Fun Flagstaff History Segway Tour

Flagstaff is best known as the gateway to the San Francisco Peaks mountain range and the Grand Canyon, but it’s worth spending some time exploring the historic town too. On this tour, discover Flagstaff’s small-town charms on a guided tour and choose from a variety of options. Join a walking tour and enjoy extra time to browse the shops and take photos; explore further on a leisurely bike tour; or zip between the sights on a Segway.

• Explore Flagstaff by bike, Segway, or on foot
• Plenty of stops to admire the sights and take photos
• Receive tips on what to see and do in Flagstaff from a local guide
• Choice of tour departure times throughout the day

Downtown | Family-Friendly

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Outdoor Seating | Family-Friendly | Not Downtown | Craft Breweries | Brewery | Pet-Friendly

Haunted Downtown Flagstaff Segway Tour

Explore the streets of downtown Flagstaff—on foot, by bike, or via Segway—during this family-friendly sightseeing excursion, a great choice for first-time visitors. Hear stories of spooky ghost sightings and Wild West history, and learn fun facts about the city. A headset is provided so you don’t miss a word your guide says. Plus, choose from multiple times to easily fit this tour into your schedule.

• Discover the haunted history of Flagstaff, Arizona
• Opt to explore the local streets on foot, by bike, or via Segway
• Headset provided, so you can hear your guide clearly
• Choose from multiple times to best suit your schedule

Family-Friendly | Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott

Free Hot Breakfast | Free Wi-Fi | Fitness Center | Whirlpool Tubs | Indoor Pool | Business Center | Pet-Friendly | Downtown

Downtown Flagstaff Haunted History Tour

Once a part of the Wild Wild West, Flagstaff has a rich history of railroad expansion which brought about a number of colorful characters to the region. Discover the history of this desert city on a guided tour of downtown and learn about the city’s rapid growth during the 1800s. Listen to ghostly tales of past residents as you follow your guide to several haunted locations.

• Hunt for ghosts as you explore downtown Flagstaff
• Listen to eerie tales of colorful western characters
• A central meeting point makes for a seamless experience
• A small group means more attention from your guide

Humphreys - Full Property

Humphreys - Full Property is located in Flagstaff, 2.5 miles from The North Pole Experience, 5.8 miles from Coconino County Fairgrounds, and a 13-minute walk from the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. The property is 1.5 miles from Northern Arizona University and has free Wifi throughout the property.

The air-conditioned vacation home is composed of 4 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 3 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home.

The vacation home has a children's playground. If you would like to discover the area, skiing and cycling are possible nearby.

Fireplace(s) | Kitchenette or Full Kitchen | Laundry

Mother Road Brewery

Mother Road Brewing Company is a regional Arizona brewery on historic Route 66 in Flagstaff, dedicated to building community one pint at a time. Here, find the state's number-one selling IPA Tower Station, as well as Turbo Tower Mango Imperial IPA, Daily Driver Juicy Pale Ale, Limited Visibility Hazy IPA and Sunday Drive American Lager. Delicious seasonals and limited releases arrive all year long from the on-site experimental brewhouse.

• Open Daily from 11 AM to 10 PM
• We are now providing table service!
• Now serving cocktails
• Lunch Happy Hour from 11 AM - 2 PM

Serves Food | Family-Friendly | Outdoor Seating | Downtown | Craft Breweries | Bars | Outdoor Patios | Brewery | Pet-Friendly

Lumberyard Brewing Company

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Hops On Birch

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Written by teresa bitler, arizona | eat & drink | restaurants | travel.

To escape Phoenix’s triple-digit temperatures during the summer, I head north, and one of my favorite beat-the-heat destinations is Flagstaff . Not only is it a great base for exploring the Grand Canyon , Route 66 , and Meteor Crater , Flagstaff is home to some of the best breweries in the state. I’ve sampled a few brews on visits over the years, but this time, I decided to spend a day sipping a few pints on the Flagstaff Brewery Trail .

The Flagstaff Brewery Trail

Formerly known as the Flagstaff Ale Trail, the Flagstaff Brewery Trail features many of the same watering holes as its predecessor, but now, instead of purchasing a passport, you can print a free “passport” out at home. (Unfortunately, while the previous passport entitled you to discounts on your beers, this one does not.) You take your passport to each brewery and collect a sticker, no purchase necessary.

When you’ve collected a sticker for each stop, you can turn your completed passport into the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 1 East Route 66 in the historic downtown train station or to the city’s convention and visitors bureau at 323 W. Aspen Ave. and exchange it for a brewery trail pint glass. There’s no deadline to collect all of the stickers, and you must be 21 to participate.

A beer flight from Dark Sky Brewing Company. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Since I have a dozen passports for other trails already, I didn’t actually print out this one or collect its stickers. But, I hit the trail thirsty and found some new favorite breweries.

(While visiting, my husband served as my designated driver. If you don’t have a designated driver, you can call a taxi or rideshare service or take the bus. Many of the breweries are within walking distance of each other.)

Beaver Street Brewery

Opened in 1994, Beaver Street Brewery is Flagstaff’s first brewery. I’ve visited many times before, so I didn’t stop on this visit, but it’s definitely one of the city’s best. Try one of the mainstays: Conductor IPA, Railhead Red, R&R Stout, Red Rock Raspberry, HopShot Red IPA, Black ‘N’ Raz, or Midnight Black IPA. Or, when it’s available, order my favorite, the Hefeweizen.

Beaver Street Brewery also serves amazing pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches. Its green chile stew is a dish my husband and I reminisce about often.

Flights are a great way to sample beers on the Flagstaff Brewery Trail. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Lumberyard Brewing Co.

Looking to expand, the owners of Beaver Street Brewery opened Lumberyard Brewing Co. in the historic Halstead Lumberyard building in 2010. Some of the beers from Beaver Street Brewery, like the Railhead Red and Red Rock Raspberry, also appear on the menu here. Lumberyard also features several of its own brews, including the Pumphouse Porter and the Hazy Angle IPA. I ordered the Humphrey’s Hefe—I love hefeweizens—and it was tasty with my Vietnamese Burger topped with char sui pork, pepper jack, pickled daikon and carrots, fresh jalapeños, cucumbers, cilantro, and sriracha aioli. Lumberyard is my choice for burgers and brews and has a great patio.

Lumberyard Railhead Red is a popular offering at Lumberyard Brewing Co. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Historic Brewing Company

This popular brewery has two Flagstaff locations. Drop by the brewery’s taproom at 4366 E. Huntington Dr. on the city’s east side to sip 16 of their rotating selections, including the brewery’s famous cherry vanilla Piehole Porter and its seasonal Undercover Cucumber, made with 150 pounds of cold-pressed cucumber in each batch. Downtown, the Barrel + Bottle House has 20 beers on tap plus a full liquor bar, specialty cocktails, wines, and arcade games.

The brewery has a third location, also a Barrel + Bottle House, in nearby Williams.

Historic Brewing Company’s Piehole Porter. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Wanderlust Brewing Co.

Taking its name from brewer Nathan Friedman’s love of travel, Wanderlust Brewing Co. specializes in Saisons and farmhouse ales but produces traditional-style brews from around the world. And, unlike many of Flagstaff’s other breweries, this one focuses on beer. It doesn’t serve food (although it does bring in food trucks) and is dog-friendly. Order the 928 Local, a farmhouse ale fermented with homemade yeast, or the Pan-American Stout, its popular oatmeal stout.

Mother Road Brewing Co.

You need to visit both Mother Road Brewing Co. locations, the original on Pike Street and the one on Butler Avenue, and collect stickers from both to complete the brewery trail, but given the quality of its beers, you won’t mind. I opt for Conserve and Protect Kolsch when I visit, but Mother Road is known for its IPAs. Sip the Daily Driver Session IPA, Lost Highway Double Black IPA, or Tower Station IPA, if that’s your bent. Experimental and seasonal beers are also available.

Mother Road Brewing Co. on Mikes Pike. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Flagstaff Brewing Company

Locally known as Flagbrew, this small brewery offers only a few of its brews on tap at any given time. Watch for the Three-Pin Pale Ale or Agassiz Amber, two of the brewery’s most popular beers. For a darker brew, ask for the Sasquatch Stout. Looking for a stiffer drink? Flagstaff Brewing Company also boasts one of the nation’s largest collections of single malts and small-batch bourbons, including Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year. Enjoy your beer or bourbon with the brewery’s burgers, sandwiches, soup, and salads.

Dark Sky Brewing Company

Named in honor of Flagstaff being designated the first dark sky city in the world, Dark Sky Brewing Company likes to push the limits of brewing. You can linger over a traditional-style beer, like the Wellenlange Kolsch I enjoyed on my visit, but you’re really missing out if you don’t at least sample one of the experimental offerings. I highly recommend Churro, an imperial stout with hints of cinnamon, vanilla, and coffee. Do yourself another favor and order a pizza from Pizzicletta, which operates in the brewery.

The taps at Dark Sky Brewing Co. Photo courtesy of Discover Flagstaff

Grand Canyon Brewing Company

Ales and IPAs dominate the brews at Grand Canyon Brewing Company . Year-round offerings include the popular Kachina Throwback Ale, the official craft beer of the state’s NHL franchise, the Arizona Coyotes, and Trail Hike IPA, brewed to commemorate Grand Canyon National Park’s centennial. The brewery also has seasonal beers on tap and mixes cocktails featuring vodka, rum, and gin distilled at its distillery.

You can enjoy beers, cocktails, and food at Grand Canyon Brewing’s original location in Williams or the Flagstaff location. Tours of the brewery and distillery are available in Williams.

Bonus: Drinking Horn Mead Hall

While it’s not a stop on the brewery trail, Drinking Horn Mead Hall , located on Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff, deserves a mention. The meadery serves a not-too-sweet alcoholic mead sweetened mostly with fruit juices and occasionally with honey.

Some of the meads available at Drinking Horn Mead Hall. Photo by Teresa Bitler

On your first visit, it’s well worth it to order a flight; order two flights to share with a friend, and you both can sample nearly every mead the Drinking Horn makes. My favorites were black cherry, strawberry, and lemon ginger, but the traditional mead was pretty amazing, too.

Flagstaff is one of the state’s best destinations for beer lovers. You will no doubt enjoy the cooler Northern Arizona as you sip your way through the city on the Flagstaff Brewery Trail. Wander has many great things you can explore during your time in Arizona .

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The Best Breweries in Flagstaff

April 5, 2021

We love visiting cities that give us a wide variety of things to do— so there are few cities in the West we love more than Flagstaff. There’s skiing, there’s hiking, there’s camping. There are nearby lakes for boating, there are museums for exploring. And, of course, for those who love to sit around drinking local craft beer on vacation like us, there are several outstanding breweries in Flagstaff.

Our first visit to Flagstaff was after the COVID shutdown, so many of the breweries we visited had limited indoor options, were undergoing renovations, or generally operating under different circumstances than they normally would. We’ll update this article when we return to Flagstaff next month, in hopes of getting even more of a “normal” craft brewery experience there… but regardless, we had a fantastic enough time and drank enough beer to feel like we could share with the world our favorite craft breweries in the city.

Dark Sky Brewing

For those of you that don’t know, Flagstaff is a “Dark Sky City,” meaning light pollution is kept by law to a minimum so residents can enjoy the stars at night. Before sitting outside and taking in the constellations, you should grab some cans from Dark Sky Brewing . This small micro brewery puts out a never-ending stream of limited releases and barrel-aged products to keep you coming back for more. Indeed, every time we casually peruse what they’re serving, they are *very* few beers overlapping— they value experimentation here and are always trying something new.

When we visited last fall, the last of their available IPAs had just sold out both in cans and on tap— so we’re hoping to update this article later this month, as we’ve heard great things about their IPAs. What we did get to have, though, was fantastic. The Bake Sale Blueberry was the best sour beer in Flagstaff during our stay— it’s a fruited mixed fermentation sour packed with blueberries that delivers a serious pucker-inducing punch. For those into the pastry stouts, the Don’t Stop Believing was a sugary fluffernutter dessert delicacy that would please anyone who likes them sweet. Finally, in the warm afternoon sun of our visit, the Weight of Sound with Amarillo was a crisp, clean pilsner we could’ve sipped all day.

Historic Brewing

This is going to be a tough one to write, because as we started to write this article, we discovered Historic Brewing ‘s eastside brewery taproom is closing for dine-in services early May 2021. We haven’t visited their downtown spot yet, but best believe it’s on our list for our next visit, because we believe the terrific time we had at Historic will carry over to any of their locations. Any spot with people this friendly and with flight boards that go eight pours deep will always be held in high esteem by us. (And we had two full flight boards during our visit to Historic, which should tell you the type of afternoon we were having.)

Their most popular beer is the Piehole Porter, and we understood pretty quickly upon our first sip why it’s so popular. It’s a beer for anyone who digs cherry vanilla soda, as the sweet fruitiness here hits the spot. They also put out a number of Piehole variants– our favorite on our visit was the SpeedHole, a Piehole Porter made with Single Speed Coffee cold brew. (Regular readers know how much we love a good coffee beer.) We also enjoyed much of their easy drinking fare– the Deer Lord was a clean, malty altbier, and the Salt River Lager was a salty limey crusher that would be great for any outdoor activity. Finally, we have to give love to their smoky, toasty Russian Imperial stout, Bear Arms.

Mother Road Brewing

Mother Road is the craft brewery that will likely be the most different when we next visit. They were planning a total taproom overhaul when we arrived, so everything was outdoors not just due to the pandemic but due to exciting updates and expansions of their indoor area. That said, no matter the changes, we’re confident in one thing: Mother Road will serve you some of the finest, if not *the* finest, beer in Flagstaff. From quality of product and consistency of execution to the sense of community their taproom fosters, Mother Road Brewing left us asking, “… how can we get them to open another location in LA?”

For starters, get some Tower Station, the highest-selling independent craft beer in Arizona. It sells for a reason: it’s one of the most wonderfully balanced unfiltered craft IPAs on the market. If you tend to like your beers a little lighter, Mother Road has you covered there too, as the Daily Driver session IPA is one of the best canned sessions we’ve had in years. It has that sessionable crushability, but it also packs serious IPA flavor. Finally, we give a strong recommendation for Lost Highway, a terrific black IPA. We’re still waiting for the Black IPA Renaissance to take the country by storm, as we love the style— and if any could lead the way in Arizona, it’s this rich, toasty masterwork.

Wanderlust Brewing

When we told people we were going to visit Flagstaff and asked for recommendations, everyone said the same thing: “If you like Belgians, go to Wanderlust .” Now, here we are, about to give the same recommendation to you. They have a great and well-earned reputation in the area for their sour beers, their saisons, and their barrel-aged beers. Most breweries in the area are canning their IPAs, but not too many will cheerfully offer you their newly canned Belgian pale ale. It’s *that* kind of place. And we’re very much into that kind of place.

The aforementioned Belgian pale, Chateau Americana, has a nice clean hop profile but still sparkles with that Belgian yeasty spiciness– it was one of our favorite beers of the trip. Their flagship saison, the 928 Local, was also smooth and refreshing, so clearly they’ve figured out how to get the most of their house yeast. For those looking for something less Belgian, never fear: the Pine Flat IPA is a very pine-heavy (as you’d expect) West Coast IPA that transported us to the Pacific Northwest. Finally, the Pan American Stout was our favorite stout of the trip: an oatmeal stout with strong coffee vanilla flavor, straight-forward yet beautifully executed. We also tried the Pan American on Nitro and found it even creamier and more delicious in that format.

Drinking Horn Meadery

Okay, so Drinking Horn Meadery isn’t a brewery. So what? We at the Beer Travel Guide love a good meadery as much as the next person, so when we discovered Flagstaff had its own Nordic-themed mead hall, we decided we had to give it a try. The decor inside is delightful, with long tables, helmets on the wall, and, of course, a variety of large drinking horns on display. You can even order a full pour of mead with a horn, and you get to choose your own horn to take home with you. Did Russell do this? You bet he did.

On top of the fun experience, it’s also home to a number of fantastic meads. The Lemon Ginger is a sweet lemon mead with a real blast of ginger— we love ginger flavored drinks, so this was an early favorite. Merica was another winner of the night, with blueberry and hibiscus flavors that made it sweet but not *too* floral. That said, Russell’s a root beer connoisseur (in addition to a craft beer connoisseur!), so the Root Bee Ah called his name. That’s the mead he ordered for his horn pour, and boy, was it worth it. It tastes just like a boozy glass of IBC Root Beer, and it made the perfect nightcap— or should we say nighthorn?

BEST PLACE FOR IPAS: Mother Road (Runner-up: Wanderlust)

BEST PLACE FOR SOURS: Dark Sky (Runner-up: Wanderlust)

BEST PLACE FOR STOUTS: Wanderlust (Runner-up: Dark Sky)

BEST PLACE FOR LAGERS: Dark Sky (Runner-up: Historic)

BEST TAPROOM: TBD (lots in flux post-pandemic)

BEST PLACE TO EAT: Dark Sky (Runner-up: Mother Road)

SPECIAL AWARDS: Best Belgian Ale: Wanderlust (duh) Best Porters: Historic Best Session Ale: Mother Road Best Mead: Drinking Horn (also duh)

Which is your favorite of these breweries? Are there any breweries in Flagstaff that you love that we neglected to mention? Please shout them out in the comments below! Also check out our list of all the Flagstaff breweries here . Cheers!

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Exploring the Flagstaff Brewery Trail During AZ Beer Week 2022

Beer Week is filled with special events, collaborations, new releases and an appearance at Strong Beer Fest in Mesa on Saturday, Feb. 19.

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• Paid in Pastry stout
• Dead Hanger pale ale
• Fit for a Hoptopsy
• Prickly Pear wheat
• Deep in the Green double IPA
• Whisky in the Devils Blood barrel-aged barleywine

Beaver Street Brewery

Mother Road Brewing Company

• The Lowell Lager collaboration with NAU scientists is new on draft and in cans.
• Archive Ale imperial stout is new on draft and in cans.
• Lost Highway double black IPA (yes, that longtime favorite) is now seasonal and will be pouring at Strong Beer Fest.

Historic Brewing Company

• Piehole Porter
• Salt River Lager
• Alternative Facts double IPA
• Octo-quad Belgian quad, celebrating Historic’s 8 years in business (also my must-try recommendation)

Flagstaff Brewing Company

Dark Sky Brewing

• Shake Shack milkshake IPA, collab with Wiley Roots in Colorado
• Ghost Keeper bourbon barrel-aged stout collab with Trevor’s Liquor in Scottsdale
• Flight School triple IPA collab with Flying Basset Brewing in Gilbert
• Woodland Cathedral brandy barrel-aged barleywine
• Endless Nights mead barrel-aged stout
• An Awesome Wave, bottled sour with mangoes (another variant has watermelon) and aged on hot sauce barrels.
• State of Mind, bottled sour aged with apricot, guava and passionfruit and aged on oak barrels.
• Corrosion of Conformity, bottled sour with black currant and raspberries and aged on port barrels.
• Still Winter, bottled sour with blackberries and aged on port barrels
• Novae, a barrel-aged barleywine aged in peach brandy barrels
• Ascension, a barrel-aged barleywine aged in Laws Rye Whiskey barrels
• Cursed Realm, barrel-aged imperial stout aged in Laws Rye Whiskey barrels with coconut, vanilla and amburana wood.
• Ghost Keeper, barrel-aged stout aged in single pick Russel’s Reserve bourbon barrels from Trevor’s and brewed with pistachios, cocoa nibs and vanilla.

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5 s. san francisco st.

Flagstaff, AZ 86001

11:30am - 10pm • Mon – Thurs

11am -10pm • fri – sun, (928) 779-2739.

MADE FOR THE ADVENTURE

Housed in one of the last standing buildings of Flagstaff’s Lumber era,  Lumberyard Brewing Company has been brewing award winning beers for people who love to drink it since 2010. With a full menu, large patio, and tons of drink specials and weekly events, Lumberyard Brewing has something for everyone.

At the ‘Yard, it’s not just about the attitude, it’s all about the altitude .

Monday – Friday  3pm – 6pm

$5   Pints $10  Yard Jars

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Sunday, All Day $10 Bloody Mary Yard Jars $ 10 Mimosa Yard Jars $10 Michelada Yard Jars

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HAZY ANGEL IPA

New England Style hazy IPA

Brewed in the New England Style this Hazy IPA is unfiltered and made with late addition hops to bring lots of flavor and aroma, but without the bite as the traditional West Coast IPA.  This IPA is dry hopped with El Dorado hops giving it notes of tropical fruit flavor and aroma.

ABV……….6.7% IBU……….75

WELCOME TO FLAGSTAFF

12-Pack Variety

Welcome to Flagstaff – Where we have something for everyone!  This variety IPA pack brings the best of both worlds with our traditional West Coast IPA – Flagstaff IPA and our New England Hazy IPA – Hazy Angel IPA

RED ROCK RASPBERRY

Fruited Ale

One of our most refreshing brews! A light ale with a reddish tint and a distinctive light raspberry flavor that is not overbearing. Wonderfully refreshing and satisfying.

ABV……….4.4% IBU……….20

RAILHEAD RED

This handsome amber ale is created by balancing a selection of crystal and caramel malts, moderately hopped – resulting in a rich, full bodied, satisfying brew. Most well-received, well balanced and flavorful ale to the public.

ABV……….5.6% IBU……….50

DIAMOND DOWN

This Bavarian style lager has an alluring pale golden color that highlights the clean, crisp, hop-spicy flavor that is lightly bitter with malty overtones. Easy drinking, approachable and malt-oriented. An entry-level craft beer.

ABV……….5.0% IBU……….40

FLAGSTAFF IPA

India Pale Ale

This is a heavier-bodied ale with a higher bitterness. The blend of several varieties of American Hops make this copper colored ale especially pleasing for pale ale lovers

HUMPHREY’S HEFE

This German style wheat beer is refreshing, lightly hopped, unfiltered and yeasty, highly effervescent, slightly sour with a flavor and aroma suggestive of cloves and bananas. A favorite for the customer that enjoys a lighter-milder ale. Great warm weather ale.

ABV……….5.6% IBU……….25

PUMPHOUSE PORTER

The dark ale contains black and chocolate malt with a touch of roasted barley. Rich and malty with a sharp hop bite. This porter is sure to please.

ABV……….6.7% IBU……….50

OKTOBERFEST MARZEN

Our Oktoberfest offering is a rich lager brewed with a mixture of carastan and crystal malts and traditional German hops. This German classic is known for its malty character and a clean lager taste; medium bodied with a warm amber color.

ABV……….5.4% IBU……….27

BRIGHT ANGEL IPA

American Style IPA

This IPA was made in celebration of the Grand Canyon Centennial.  It is a traditional West Coast IPA made with Centennial Hops. A portion of the proceeds of this beer will be given to Grand Canyon Conservancy to help maintain the Bright Angel Trail.

ABV……….6.1% IBU……….90

FIRST LIGHT LAGER

Light Lager

This light Lager has an alluring pale golden color that highlights the clean, crisp, hop-spicy flavor that is slightly bitter with malty overtones.  Easy drinking, approachable, and malt oriented.  An entry level craft beer.

ABV……….4.2% IBU………17

SNOWBOUND SCOTCH

This dark red full bodied malty ale is considerably stronger and relatively low in hop bitterness in order to offset the sweetness of the other highly roasted crystal malts. the finish is clean, crisp and dry. Pairs well with pungent cheeses, creamy desserts and a variety of meats.

ABV……….8.0% IBU……….16

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7 Superb Breweries with Taprooms in Flagstaff, Arizona

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The city of Flagstaff is one of the places in Arizona that entered the “Brewpub” trend a little late. Its first brewery with an in-house taproom was built in 1994 and instantly became a hit and a local favorite.

Today, the city has several breweries with signature crafts and award-winning brews that are worth trying. Here are 7 of the best breweries you can find in Flagstaff, Arizona, and make sure you drop by!

1. Mother Road Brewing Company

Just like mothers are to their kids, Mother Road is passionate about caring for its community. Rather than just crafting premium beers, Mother Road also partners with non-profit organizations like Arizona Forward that help sustain the environment and improve the community.

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Mother Road also makes donations through its beers like the Conserve & Protect Golden Ale, where a portion of its sales will be given to the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Moreover, Mother Road is an advocate of the Arizona Safer Bars Alliance, which helps prevent or at least reduce sexual harassment and aggression in bars, breweries, and the like.

• Crowd Favorite : Tower Station IPA. A hoppy, piney, and unfiltered American IPA with 7.3% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Lost Highway Double Black IPA
• Hop-py Note: Dog-friendly. Good for kids. Offers cans for pours and to-go orders.
• Fun Fact: Mother Road Brewing’s name is derived from Author John Steinbeck’s moniker for Route 66, “the mother road.”

Hours : Open Mon-Fri 2pm-9pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-9pm

Address :  7 S Mikes Pike St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Contact :  (928)774-9139  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

2. Historic Brewing Company

Started as a humble brewery in 2013, Historic Brewing grew into a statewide brewery serving two cities. It has successfully established its name as one of the most popular breweries in Flagstaff and has expanded its production throughout the years. 

Historic’s hip Barrel + Bottle House in Flagstaff features a cocktail space and a beer taproom. Its cocktail space boasts a full liquor bar highlighting its cocktails and a lounge area for comfy dining. And as for its taproom, the space features 20 beers on tap, a spacious dining area with televisions, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.

• Crowd Favorite : Piehole Porter. A dark and delicious American porter with 5.5% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Opposable IPA
• Hop-py Note: Crowlers and cans are available. Vegan and gluten-free food options. 
• Fun Fact: Historic Brewing’s Avant-Chard won a silver medal in the Great American Beer Festival in 2016.

Hours : Open Wed-Sun 3pm-8pm, Mon & Tue Closed

Address :   4366 E Huntington Dr, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Contact :  (855)484-4677  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

3. Dark Sky Brewing Company

Conveniently located in Downtown Flagstaff, Dark Sky has been actively serving the locals with its innovative and fun brews since 2014. Its beers vary from IPAs, bock, ales, sours, and stouts, all brewed with the originality and creativity of head brewer Jordan Gregory.

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Dark Sky has two locations in Flagstaff, including a spacious beer garden. Its original location is the DSB Beaver Street Taproom & Pizzicletta kitchen in the historic Route 66, where all its beers are brewed, and gourmet pizzas are served. And for its second location is an expansion on the corner of Birch and Beaver, along with its new DSB beer garden. Here, 

• Crowd Favorite : Mountains of Mosaic. A citrusy and heavy-hopped American IPA with 6% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Blood of My Enemies
• Hop-py Note:  
• Fun Fact: Dark Sky got its name from Flagstaff’s moniker “First International Dark Sky City.”

Hours : Open Thur-Mon 12pm-10pm, Tue & Wed Closed

Address :   117 N Beaver St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Contact :  (928)440-5151  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

4. Wanderlust Brewing Company

Visiting Wanderlust Brewing is like exploring a world of distinct beer styles. You can find many German-inspired ales and sours here, as well as Saisons and farmhouse ales. Wanderlust also loves blending American-style beers with innovation and creativity, crafting out-of-the-box brews as a result.

Wanderlust’s taproom has eight regularly rotating taps featuring its flagship, seasonal, and limited brews. You can also find new growlers for you to take home and a flight of four 4oz beers for sampling.

• Crowd Favorite : 928 Local. A drinkable Farmhouse Ale Saison with 8% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Pan American Stout
• Hop-py Note: Curbside pickup and online purchases are available. Dog-friendly. Good for kids. Food trucks on site.

Hours : Open Tue-Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat & Sun 2pm-8pm, Mon Closed

Address :   1519 N Main St #102, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Contact :  (928)351-7952  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

5. Grand Canyon Brewing Company

Grand Canyon is one of William’s popular breweries, with a number of awards under its name. It has three active locations in Arizona, and all of them serve several of its award-winning beers.

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Grand Canyon’s Flagstaff location is a 5-barrel brewhouse crafting small batches of beers. Its taproom offers 23 taps of beers, including its award-winning Expeditions Wheat. The place also features a family-friendly dining area, a dog-friendly patio, and a full bar showcasing Grand Canyon Distillery’s award-winning spirits. Moreover, it has an indoor recreation and game area where you can have fun while enjoying delicious beers.

• Crowd Favorite : Sunset Amber Ale. A medium-bodied and refreshing American amber/red ale with 5% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: American Pilsner
• Hop-py Note: Serves pub fare menu.Indoor and outdoor seating.
• Fun Fact: Grand Canyon Brewing has fourteen award-winning beers and eleven award-winning spirits.

Hours : Open Daily 11am-10pm

Address :   1800 S Milton Rd Suite 11, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Contact :  (928)774-1114  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

6. Beaver Street Brewery

Beaver Street is the very first brewpub in Flagstaff, owned by couple Winnie and Evan Hanseth. It officially opened its doors in March 1994, and since then, Beaver Street has earned numerous recognition and awards for its delicious crafts. 

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Today, Beaver Street offers a casual dining experience for everyone, especially for the whole family. Aside from its freshly brewed beer, the brewery also serves quality food fare as well as fresh-from-the-garden salads. Moreover, for more dining options, the brewery opened a temporary dog-friendly outdoor patio.

• Crowd Favorite : R & R Oatmeal Stout. A rich and dark stout with 6.4% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Red Rock Raspberry Ale
• Hop-py Note: Happy hour specials. Gift cards. Parking lot and free parking available.
• Fun Fact: Beaver Street and LumberYard Brewing are sister breweries, both owned by Winnie and Evan.

Hours : Open Sun-Thur 11:30am-9pm, Fri & Sat 11:30am-10pm

Address :   11 S Beaver St #1, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Contact :  (928)779-0079  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

7. LumberYard Brewing Company

Since 2010, LumberYard has been operating in the heart of Flagstaff, serving the locals its award-winning brews. Four of its beers, including the famous Flagstaff IPA, have won several awards from national beer competitions. And all of these are available in its taproom, which features 12 taps, including seasonal and experimental brews.

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LumberYard is a local favorite acting as a community hub that builds great relationships through its tasty American menu and fresh brews. LumberYard is also active in joining beer festivals such as “Okto-Beer-Fest” and beer competitions.

• Crowd Favorite : Flagstaff IPA. A heavy-bodied American IPA with 6.1% ABV.
• Highly Recommended: Railhead Red
• Hop-py Note: Occasional events. Sells merchandise. Indoor and outdoor seating. Curbside pickup and delivery are available.
• Fun Fact: LumberYard is housed in the historical Halstead Lumberyard Building, hence the name of the brewery.

Hours : Open Mon-Thur 11:30am-10pm, Fri-Sun 11am-10pm

Address :   5 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Contact :  (928)779-2739  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Website

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Flagstaff Brewery Trail Passport Northern Arizona has always been THE place for hiking, biking, skiing, and sightseeing in breathtaking beauty. But the real adventure begins right here in the heart of the city. Flagstaff’s local breweries have something to please everyone’s craft beer palate, from distinctive IPAs and light-hearted Sessions to limited-edition brews and lagers. So use our passport and start exploring the wild creativity that has turned Flagstaff into Arizona’s Leading Craft Beer City. Best of all, your journey ends with the treasure of a lasting trail memory: Our special-edition commemorative pint glass. Cheers!

BEAVER STREET BREWERY

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PERFECT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Beaver Street Brewery is located just one block south of Flagstaff’s historic train station with a parking lot and free parking.

Our menu offers unique sandwiches, salads, and a variety of wood-fired pizzas. The whole family will enjoy this casual dining experience. You can watch our chefs create your meal in our open kitchen or view our brewer creating handcrafted ales and lagers behind the bar. We also have a seasonal outdoor beer garden with a view of the San Francisco Peaks. Seeking more of an adult atmosphere – visit Brews & Cues , our 21 and over bar just next door, with the same great food and great service.

Monday – Friday 2:30pm – 5:30pm

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BREWS & CUES

Brews & Cues is our 21+ bar located right next door to Beaver Street Brewery. With several pool tables, TVs, and a wide selection of draft beers, cocktails, and happy hour specials, it’s the perfect place to kick-back, play some games, and have a good time.

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OKTOBERFEST MARZEN

Our Oktoberfest offering is a rich lager brewed with a mixture of carastan and crystal malts and traditional German hops. This German classic is known for its malty character and a clean lager taste; medium bodied with a warm amber color.

ABV……….5.4% IBU……….27

This German style wheat beer is refreshing, lightly hopped, unfiltered and yeasty, highly effervescent, slightly sour with a flavor and aroma suggestive of cloves and bananas.

ABV……….5.9% IBU……….45

BOXCAR BLONDE

Crisp and refreshing, our Boxcar Blonde is sure to quench even the biggest thirst. This beer has a deep straw color, balanced bitterness and just a touch of hop flavor.

ABV……….5.2% IBU……….28

LAGER DEL SOL

Mexican Lager

“Lager of the Sun” richly golden in color, slightly hoppier in flavor but with that easy drinking style reminiscent of some of your “South of the Border” favorites. Garnished with a slice of lime.

ABV……….4.7% IBU……….13

Coal car kolsh.

Our German style Kolsch ale is a light golden color. It has a soft, malty sweetness and balanced hop bitterness. The crisp, dry finish leaves you craving glass after glass. Perfect for early summer days.

ABV……….5.0%

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Specialty Fruit Beer

A beer with additional flavors and aroma from fruit.

ABV……….5.4% IBU……….24

MIDNIGHT BLACK IPA

A dark, hop-forward beer with supportive malts that provides gentle supporting character paired with a smooth mouthfeel.

ABV……….5.8% IBU……….67

HOPSHOT RED IPA

Red India Pale Ale

This is a well-balanced, full flavored beer made in the style of a Red IPA. It consists of a rich malty body with a slight nutty characteristic and finished with a sharp hop bite.

ABV……….5.8% IBU……….70

CONDUCTOR IPA

American India Pale Ale

This is a heavier bodied ale with a higher bitterness. The blend of several varieties of American hops make this copper colored ale especially pleasing for pale ale lovers. Prominent hop aroma with citrus and floral notes. Hop emphasized with a firm bitterness accented by a subtle malt sweetness.

ABV……….6.1% IBU……….90

R & R STOUT

Oatmeal Stout

A rich, dark, heavier ale made with chocolate, black and roasted barley malts and gelatinized oatmeal. Lightly hopped, this brew is slightly sweet, full of body and flavor.

ABV……….6.4% IBU……….24

Railhead red.

Special Bitter

This handsome amber ale is created by balancing a selection of crystal and caramel malts moderately hopped resulting in a rich full bodied satisfying brew. Most well received, well balanced, and flavorful ale to the public. Pairs well with sharp cheeses, meats, and BBQ.

ABV……….5.6% IBU……….50

RED ROCK RASPBERRY

One of our most refreshing brews! A light ale with a reddish tint and a distinctive light raspberry flavor that is not overbearing. Wonderfully refreshing and satisfying.

ABV……….4.4% IBU……….20

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Nearly a decade ago, craft beer began to experience a remarkable renaissance. While cities like Denver and Portland commonly receive well-deserved recognition as on-trend brewery locales, Arizona is an often overlooked brewer destination full of hop smiths that genuinely love beer. Why not change your expectations this year and pay Arizona a visit?

As one of the most thirst-inducing climates in the United States, the scene is full of local Arizona brewery tours and microbreweries producing their own unique recipes worthy of a sample. When you plan your next vacation, don’t overlook this scenic area and its fantastic tours.

Verde Valley Brewery Tour

Oak Creek Brewery, Oak Creek Brewery & Grill, THAT Brewery, and Verde Brewery.

Visit 2 – 4 locations.

3 – 4 hours.

Food and drink enthusiasts will likely associate the Verde Valley with growing boutique wineries above Oak Creek and the Verde River and a growing on-trend eating scene. However, those that enjoy the hoppier beverages are in luck with various breweries in Sedona, AZ, specifically in the Verde Valley.

The Historic Downtown Flagstaff Microbrewery Tour

Beaver Street Brewery, Flagstaff Brewing Company, Lumber Yard Brewing Company, and Mother Road Brewing Company.

Northern Arizona is the location for outdoor recreation and sightseeing, with breathtaking views of the Southwestern U.S. However, the real adventure can begin right in the heart of historic Downtown Flagstaff. Arizona brewery tours in this exciting craft beer locale have something to please anyone’s brew palette, from light-hearted ales to unique, limited-edition microbrews.

The Arizona Hopful Beer Tour

Beaver Street Brewery, Flagstaff Brewing Company, Lumber Yard Brewing Company, Mother Road Brewing Company, Dark Sky Brewing Company, Historic Brewing Company, and Wanderlust Brewing Company.

Visit 4 – 7 locations.

5 – 6 hours.

Arizona Hopful Beer tours visit up to 7 excellent breweries depending on how long tourists wish to remain out. Enjoy delicious beer tastings at each stop on these Arizona brewery tours. Uncover multifaceted beer flavors while learning the methods unique microbreweries use to achieve them.

Sedona & Verde Valley Tour

Multiple Locations 5 hours

We are pleased to offer this inclusive tour of 5 Hours – Wine, Chocolate, Beer, & Lunch in Sedona, Arizona. This tour includes lunch & a box of artensal chocolate, along with 4 tasting flights — wine or beer — locally crafted in the beautiful and majestic Sedona & Verde Valley area.

Did you know that there are almost 30 vineyard and tasting room locations with 25 miles of Sedona? Now don’t get your hopes up, we can’t go to all of them, but what we can and will do is take you to the places that have the most suitable wines based on your palate. We may head to Cornville to visit DA Ranch, Oak Creek Vineyard, or Javelina Leap Vineyard.

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Maybe we’ll take you to Old Town Cottonwood where you can enjoy the wines of Arizona Stronghold, Merkin Vineyard and Wine Tasting Osteria, Burning Tree Cellars, Tantrum Winery, Winery 101, Pillsbury Wine Company, or Carson Creek Vineyard. Each location offering a diverse selection of wines as well as food options. If you enjoy pasta, we recommend the handmade pasta at Merkin, it’s delicious. Pair that with their Tarzan Red, and your day is getting absolutely better. Now, I know some of you are thinking, how are we to ever decide where we are to go. No need to worry about that. Your knowledgeable guide will take you to the places with the most appropriate wines for your palate and interests.

And we don’t wish to forget about some of the wines coming out of Clarkdale. Here you have Chateau Tumbleweed. You gotta check out their wine labels, each one is a creative drawing of a tumbleweed. And the wines are delicious. Then there’s the Southwest Wine Center and Bodega Pierce Winery, both making some unique wines only to be found here in Arizona.

Now, for those of who enjoy good brew, we do have the option to go to Oak Creek Brewery or THAT Brewery, both of which is brewing some quiet delicious beers. As the tour winds down, you will have had your chance to enjoy local wine, beer, chocolate, and food. Not a bad way to spend an afternoon in Sedona.

For those wishing to really learn more about Arizona wines, this is the perfect tour for you. Enjoy wines from grapes grown all across the state. Discover unique blends that are only found here. Relish in the wonderful afternoon spent learning about new wines and enjoying the magic of Sedona’s red rock formations. Duration: 5 Hours Adult (Ages 21+)

Vino Di Sedona Wine & Food Sampling

A special for Wine Tours of Sedona guests, Vino Di Sedona, offers a charcuterie board with three cured Italian meats, three cheeses, bread, fruit, olives, and figs. Alternatives for special dietary preferences are available.

Pairing wine with their food, this Arizona brewery tours special also offers an AZ flight (12 ounces of wine), sweet or dry with flexibility and alternatives are available to suit your palette best. Including this on your tour package will add an additional 75 minutes to your wine-sampling experience plus everything listed above for just $99 per adult.

Wine Tours of Sedona Lunch | Dinner

Whether your tour is starting mid-day or in the later afternoon, Wine Tours of Sedona is happy to ensure that your stomach gets adequately nourished during your experience with us. Based on the tour itinerary and the stops we choose to make, you have an array of options available for lunch or dinner (extra charges apply). All you need to do is tell us when you feel hungry and what you are in the mood for. We’ll take care of the rest.

Scenic Sedona or Sunset 2hrs.

This is a perfect add-on to our wine tours for those here for a short while but who also wish to see the grandeur of Sedona and our red rock formations. We will share some of Sedona’s more magical points of interest. If you choose to add this as a sunset option, we ensure that you are at the optimum viewing angle and location to see the beauty of a Sedona sunset. You won’t want to miss it!

Last-minute Memorial Day 2024 getaways in Arizona: 5 cool weekend road trips

Memorial Day weekend changes things. The calendar claims that weeks of spring still remain on the books. But for all intents and purposes, it’s hello, summer. The holiday also provides a chance to get out of town for a wonderful stretch. 

While backyard barbecues and pool parties are great, there’s a whole lot of Arizona just waiting for you. Take this opportunity to head someplace cool or wet or both. For a few glorious days, you can refresh and recharge. Now you’re ready to face the summer. At least until the July 4 break.

Here are some of Arizona’s best Memorial Day getaways. 

For more ways to observe Memorial Day 2024, here are metro Phoenix events where you can honor military members and their families as well as the best things to do on Memorial Day weekend in Phoenix .

What to do in Flagstaff on Memorial Day weekend

Celebrate wupatki national monument's centennial.

On the quiet prairie northeast of Flagstaff the pueblos of Wupatki National Monument rise like red-boned ghosts above swaying grasses.

The eruption of Sunset Crater in 1085 covered the dry basin with volcanic ash and cinders, creating arable terrain. Soon afterward, Ancestral Puebloans moved in and built the freestanding dwellings that appear almost as natural rock formations.

This year Wupatki celebrates its centennial as a national monument. Short pathways lead to up-close encounters with a handful of these ancient structures. Behind the visitor center, a paved trail leads to Wupatki Pueblo, the largest dwelling in the park. The sprawling three-story ruin contains nearly 100 rooms and straddles an outcropping of sandstone.

Admission is $25 per vehicle and covers both Wupatki and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument, connected by a scenic road.

Details: 928-679-2365,  nps.gov/wupa .

Tackle the Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course

After your visit to Wupatki and Sunset Crater, you’ll have the rest of the weekend to experience Arizona’s summer capital. Why not sample the tree-top thrills of Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course at Fort Tuthill County Park?

Conquer rope swings, climbing walls, hanging nets, wobbly bridges and ziplines. There are multiple circuits on the adult playground, plus a course designed for children ages 7-11. Adult course costs $60, as does the zipline adventure, or combine the two for $99. Children’s course is $30.

Details: 888-259-0125, flagstaffextreme.com .  

Ax throwing and laser tag in Flagstaff

If you prefer indoor activities, FlagTagAZ offers ax and knife throwing, laser tag, darts, arcade games and more. They also serve beer, wine and mead in their pizza café.

Details: 928-707-9824,  flagtagaz.com .

Flagstaff Brewery Trail

Speaking of beer, there’s something supremely satisfying about a day spent walking around Flagstaff’s historic downtown and Southside neighborhoods with their eclectic collections of shops, galleries, restaurants and, yes, craft breweries.

There are eight breweries to be exact, all waiting to quench your thirst with a cold craft beer. You can download a digital passport and score a free commemorative pint glass.

Details: craftbeerflg.com .   

You really should see Canyon de Chelly. Here's how

At Canyon de Chelly National Monument in northeastern Arizona, sheer cliffs plunge hundreds of feet to lush bottomlands lined with crops, pastures and cottonwood trees.

It’s a staggering blend of high drama and pastoral beauty. The scenic canyon shelters thousands of archaeological sites while dozens of Navajo families still live and farm there during warmer months.

Take one day to travel the rim drives for the stunning vistas. The North Rim Drive is 17 miles with three overlooks at prominent cliff dwellings and is best in the morning. The South Rim Drive, 19 miles with seven viewpoints, is even more spectacular, and is especially exquisite when afternoon light floods the canyon. 

Then take another day to explore the inner canyon with a Navajo guide. Private operators offer jeep, horseback or hiking outings. You’ll find a list at navajonationparks.org . Park admission is free; there are fees for tours.

Tours also leave daily from Thunderbird Lodge (928-674-5842,  thunderbirdlodge.com ) within the park.

Navajo Nation Parks & Recreation also manages Cottonwood Campground near the Canyon de Chelly visitor center. The campground has grills, picnic tables and restrooms. No showers or hookups are available. Maximum RV length is 40 feet. For information call 928-674-2106.

Details: 928-674-5500,  www.nps.gov/cach . 

Fool Hollow Lake: Fish, hike or take a swim 

Nestled in the pines outside of Show Low, 149-acre Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area contains one of the loveliest bodies of water in the White Mountains, which is high praise indeed. There’s big open water and isolated coves, quiet marshes and long channels.

This is the kind of lake that makes you want to jump in a kayak and go exploring. Fortunately, you can. Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals are available from J&T’s WildLife Outdoors at the east boat launch ramp (928-892-9170,  jtwildlifeoutdoors.com ). They also offer a guided pontoon boat tour. You can learn about Adair, the town submerged beneath the water.

Landlubbers can hike the 1.5-mile trail running along the edge of the lake. Anglers try their luck landing rainbow trout, bass, walleye, northern pike and more. And yes, swimming is permitted. Fool Hollow also has campsites for tents and RVs. Reserve your spot online or by calling 877-697-2757. Park admission is $7 per vehicle Mondays-Thursdays and $10 per vehicle Fridays-Sundays and on holidays.

Details: 928-537-3680,  azstateparks.com .

Explore art shows in Prescott

When artists display their work on the big grassy lawn of Prescott’s Courthouse Plaza, you know summer has arrived. Spend a day browsing, listening to music and enjoying the mild temperatures.

The Phippen Museum holds its popular Western Art Show and Sale on the plaza May 25-27. More than 100 artists will have booths set up beneath the big elm trees. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday. A Quick Draw Challenge will happen on the north steps of the courthouse from 2-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Details: 928-778-1385,  phippenartmuseum.org .

With a little planning, you can double your art show fun in Prescott. The Prescott OffStreet Festival is May 25-26 at its new home, Pine Ridge Marketplace, formerly the Gateway Mall. There will be fine art, photography, handmade crafts and food. The fun starts at 9 a.m. both days and ends at 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Details: 928-445-2000,  prescott.org .

Scenic drive: Traverse more than 460 curves on the Coronado Trail

The Coronado Trail National Scenic Byway, a segment of U.S. 191, twists and turns for 123 miles between Morenci and Springerville in eastern Arizona. The road parallels the New Mexico state line and is the nation’s curviest and least-traveled federal highway.

Expect a 6,000-foot elevation change as the Coronado Trail climbs from cactus-strewn desert to lush alpine meadows and aspen-clad mountains with more than 460 curves along the way. Francisco Vasquez de Coronado is thought to have followed this route centuries ago as he searched for the Seven Cities of Gold.

The road passes the mining towns of Clifton and Morenci and curves around one of the world’s largest open pit mines. It snakes its way up narrow Chase Canyon and switchbacks through scrubby woodland that gives way to dense pine forests as you climb.

The Coronado Trail skirts the edge of the Blue Range Primitive Area, where Mexican gray wolves roam. Stop at the high perch of Blue Vista Point for incredible views and to breathe the cool mountain air. Oxygen at 9,100 feet just seems to have a fragrance all its own.

Beyond Hannagan Meadow Lodge, the road softens its tone. The curves are lazier as it winds through forest to alpine ringed by mountains. From here, continue past brush-covered plateaus and the shimmering waters of Nelson Reservoir to the towns of Springerville and Eagar nestled in Round Valley, an idyllic spot to land on Memorial Day weekend.

Meet Roger Naylor

Arizona Republic contributor and author Roger Naylor will discuss his book "Awesome Arizona: 200 Amazing Facts About the Grand Canyon State," at the Highlands Center for Natural History in Prescott.

The Highlands Center is tucked away amid the pine trees and serves as an educational hub. There are discovery gardens and trails on the property. Books will be for sale after the talk. The event is free to attend; donations for the venue are gratefully accepted.

Details: 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 15. Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road, Prescott. 928-776-9550,  highlandscenter.org .

Find the reporter at  www.rogernaylor.com .  Or follow him on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/RogerNaylorinAZ  or Twitter @AZRogerNaylor .

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Schedule of Events 12:00 AM - Art Is For Everyone! Yarn Bomb Aspen Alley - Courtyard 12:00 AM - Bridges Of Flagstaff Coconino County Courthouse Lawn 12:00 AM - Urban Quilt Trail Various 12:00 AM - 24 Hour Theatre Project Theatrikos Black Box 9:00 AM - Nature Messengers By Natural Integrators Colton Garden 10:00 AM - Exhibition Of Paintings By Navajo Artist, Frank Fowler Jr. Arizona Handmade Gallery 10:00 AM - Poetry Maps Museum Of Northern Arizona 10:00 AM - Little Free Art Box Flagstaff Library Downtown 10:00 AM - Little Free Art Box Museum Of Northern Arizona 10:00 AM - Art In The Open Presents Head In The Clouds Heritage Square 10:00 AM - Arts + Culture Tabling Day Heritage Square 10:00 AM - Coconino County Master Gardener’s Plant Sale At The Colton Garden Colton Garden 10:00 AM - Diy In-The-Margins: A Zine Maker Event Aspen Alley - Courtyard 10:00 AM - Embodiment For Creatives Coconino County Courthouse Lawn 10:00 AM - How Will You Answer The Water's Call? Nackard Gallery 10:00 AM - Little Free Art Box Nackard Gallery 10:00 AM - Live Screen Printing With Mountain T's Heritage Square 10:30 AM - Nature Tales: An Interactive Puppet Show Flagstaff Library Downtown 10:30 AM - Walking Tour With Marshall Shore, Arizona's Hip Historian Route 66 Shield Mural At Visitors Center 11:00 AM - Art In The Open Presents Simply Silly Shakespeare Flagstaff Library Downtown 12:00 PM - Art In The Open Presents V-Rae & The Crawdads And The Coven Pole Dance Troupe Heritage Square 1:00 PM - Art In The Open Presents Taiko Drums Coconino County Courthouse Lawn 1:00 PM - Music For Petrified Forest National Park Heritage Square 1:00 PM - Walking Tour With Marshall Shore, Arizona's Hip Historian Route 66 Shield Mural At Visitors Center 1:00 PM - Yes To Life: In Spite Of Everything--Artistic Interpretations Of Forgiveness Flagstaff Library Downtown 2:00 PM - Art In The Open Presents Chomsky School Of Business Improv Troupe Flagstaff Brewing Company 2:00 PM - Garden Of Discovery Where Art And Science Converge Tynkertopia 2:30 PM - Musical Meanderings Presents Nau Jazz Ensemble Nackard Gallery 3:00 PM - Nature Tales: An Interactive Puppet Show Heritage Square 4:00 PM - Flagstaff Tango Milonga Human Nature Dance Studio 4:30 PM - Some People Call Me The Space Cowboy: Listening Sessions Culture Connection Az At The Historic Ice House 5:00 Pm -Art In The Open Presents Big Tumor, Young Woman: A Serio/Comedic One Woman Show Cancer Support Naz 6:00 PM - Dreamscapes Unveiled Gallery Show Open Doors - Art In Action At Episcopal Church Of The Epiphany 6:00 PM - Some People Call Me The Space Cowboy: Art Market Culture Connection Az At The Historic Ice House 6:00 PM - The Oracle At Tentrachircle: Improvisational Divination Coconino Center For The Arts 7:00 PM - Art In The Open Presents Afterglow Cultural Connection Az At The Historic Ice House Patio 7:00 PM - Pop Goes The Ferret Coconino Center For The Arts 7:30 PM - Men On Boats Theatrikos Theatre 8:00 PM - Art In The Open Presents The Southwest Flow Festival Cultural Connection Az At The Historic Ice House Patio

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Visit This Experimental Small Town Outside Flagstaff, AZ

• Visit Arcosanti, a visionary project in Arizona showcasing sustainable urban planning concepts by architect Paolo Soleri.
• Take a guided tour of this experimental town founded in 1970 to understand its mission and innovative approach to city design.
• Stay the night at Arcosanti starting at $106, offering a unique experience in accommodation designed through the arcology concept.

Arcosanti is one of the most unique towns in the United States. Town designs are constantly evolving and developing, but Arcosanti is seeking to take change and innovation to a new level. It is the world's first town built with the arcology concept and is one of the most scenic small towns to explore in Arizona .

Arocsanti is arguably one of those attractions in Arizona best known to locals . It is a visionary project trying to offer a more sustainable and environmentally friendly way of building a city and is a project of the nonprofit organization, The Cosanti Foundation . Here's what to know about visiting this small experimental town outside Flagstaff.

Arcosanti: Arizona's Experimental Town North Of Phoenix

Arconsanti was founded in 1970 to showcase unique economically friendly concepts.

Arcosanti is an experimental town in Arizona's Yavapai County using the concept of arcology. Arcology is the fusion of architecture with ecology and is a comprehensive urban perspective.

The idea is that cities should be compact and function as a living system. It is a concept proposed by the Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri (1919 to 2013). He first started to build the town in 1970 to demonstrate his concept.

" Arcology is the fusion of arc hitecture with ec ology , a comprehensive urban perspective. In nature, as organisms evolve, they increase in complexity and become a more compact system. A city should similarly evolve, functioning as a living system." - Arcosanti

Arcosanti is located only 70 miles north of Phoenix at an altitude of 3,732 feet. In accordance with the ideas of arcology, the town is built in a way to minimize environmental impact. It seeks to find an alternative to modern urban sprawl and destructive urban planning.

• Founded: 1970
• Population: 50-150 (previously planned 5,000)
• Size: 25 acres

Ground was broken in 1970 and the last building was completed in 1989. The plan had been for the town to have a population of 5,000 but instead, it has had a population between 50 and 150 people (many of whom are students and volunteers). The town is being built on 25 acres in a 4,060-acre preserve.

Most of the buildings face south to capture the sun's rays; they are designed to capture as much of the sun's heat as possible in the winter and as least as possible in the summer.

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How to visit arcosanti & its guided tours, arcosanti is open most days of the year and offers a range of in-depth guided tours of the experimental town.

Visitors are welcome to come and explore Arcosanti and learn about its mission. It is only around an hour's drive from Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Sedona. It is open almost every day of the year. Visitors can hike trails, enjoy a coffee in the cafe, and take a guided tour. The cafe, visitor center, and gift shop are accessible to day visitors without a guided tour.

• Visitor Center Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily
• Cafe Hours: 8:30 am to 2:30 pm - Thursdays to Mondays

Day visitors are required to be part of a guided tour to explore the grounds and architecture of Arcosanti. The guided tours focus on exploring the architecture, sustainability, and mission of the town. It is recommended to book in advance and some tours are by appointment only.

Tours of Arcosanti:

• K-12 School Tour
• Sustainability Tour
• Archives Tour
• Architectural Tour

Arcosanti's Daily Tour

The Daily Tour is the most common tour and delves into the origins and history of Arcosanti and its mission and purpose.

• Tour Duration: 60-90 minutes
• Tour Price: $22 adults

Tour Times:

• Thursdays to Mondays: 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm
• Tuesdays to Wednesdays: 11:00 am, 2:00 pm
• Saturdays & Sundays starting in March: 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm

The Daily Tour runs year-round, so stop by and explore Arcosanti while enjoying a great winter road trip in Arizona .

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Stay the night at acrosanti, acrosanti has accommodation options starting at $106 per night..

Acrosanti has reasonably priced accommodation for those who would like to stay the night. Staying overnight is a great way to learn firsthand what it is like to live in accommodation designed through the concepts of arcology. They can see why Arosanti is one of the small and underrated towns offering a great alternative to Sedona .

• Queen Room: From $106 per night
• The Sun Suite: From $200 per night

The accommodations have simple yet elegant designs with stunning canyon views. Those who stay the night are not required to take a guided tour of Arcosanti — they are free to explore by themselves.

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Excellent experience, good beers hand selected by our guide and a great way to spend the day!

This month I had the unique opportunity to try City Brew Tours, the nation's #1 Brewery Tour, founded in 2008. Holly Pigeon, local franchise owner, officially started operations on June 15th of this year in Phoenix. Offering public and private tours for craft beer lovers or those seeking an education in beer, City Brew Tours blend together the history of beer, beer knowledge, and great food and beer tasting. The tour will be led by local beer experts, who will guide guests through each brewery, providing behind-the-scenes access, and share their beer knowledge. The tours include transportation, beer tastings, and customized meals, and education in beer-making. Included is a lanyard with cards featuring the brewing process, flavor profiles of beer, flavor wheels, food and beer pairings. On our tour, we visited Phoenix Beer Co., where we went behind the scenes for a tour of the brewery while sipping on signature and seasonal beers. I loved the White Chocolate Lager and picked up some 6-packs, which the team stored in their cooler on the van until the end of the tour. Our next stop was Fate Brewing, where we enjoyed some truly unique beers such as the Hatch Chile Gatos, a classic golden ale aged on fresh-roasted hatch chiles, paired with a wood-fired pizza, The Jess, with Garlic oil, mozzarella, parm, ricotta, baby spinach, crispy bacon, and roasted garlic. The tours will run from Thursdays to Sundays. The Original Brew Tour is priced at $110/person, offering four stops in five hours, including up to 16 beer samples, a beer- paired lunch, and round-trip transportation. Meanwhile, the Sip of Phoenix Tour is priced at $85/person, providing three stops in three and a half hours, including up to 12 beer samples, locally curated snacks, and round-trip transportation. With over a decade of experience, City Brew Tours has created the ultimate craft beer experience that blends history, beer knowledge, transportation, and great food!

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Such a fun experience! It made for the perfect group date night. Van rides between breweries were comfortable and went by very quickly. Matt, our tour guide, was awesome and very knowledgeable about beer brewing and the breweries we visited. Got to tour & taste at Fate Brewing, Walter Station, and Shop Beer Co. Would definitely recommend for a fun and different date night or group outing.

Walter Station Brewery (So cool, it used to be a fire station!)

This was a great night. I always have so many places I want to try and it's hard to hit them all. This tour was a great way to check a few places off the list at once. It was great but worrying about driving from place to place, didn't have to worry how busy the brewery would be, and made me branch out to try beers I never would have ordered and was surprised how many of them I liked. This was a great night out for date night or group of friends. Matt did a great job showing us behind the scenes and how the beer is made. He also helped the group get to know each other on the van instantly creating a fun and welcoming environment. I loved the popcorn with the sip tour but I can't wait to go back and do the full tour and have a meal with it too!

What a fun time! Matt was a great tour guide. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable! My husband, daughter and I had a great time tasting new beers, getting a look behind the scenes and meeting new people. We toured three great local breweries! Having a driver and a super comfortable ride in the van was a plus. We will definitely be gathering more friends to do another tour with @citybrewtoursphx.

This company parked their van at the exit of a parking garage blocking everyone in. we called the company and no one answered. It took them 35 mins to move the van. The cars were finally able to leave. They called us back after we left

This is an awesome experience. From the beer selections to the breweries, the guide provided a knowledgeable but fun environment. Highly recommend

My tour was so much fun! We went to three breweries where we learned about how beer is made. I tried new styles of beers including a tasty chocolate one that I bought a full size of to enjoy later at home. We also got a popcorn snack to eat at the last brewery which I loved! Highly recommend and will be back for another tour soon.

I had so much fun at City Brew Tours Phoenix. I really enjoyed being driven around town tasting great beer and learning something behind the scenes of beer brewing. We stopped at some very popular beer breweries like San Tan Gardens and Phoenix Beer Company. Had some yummy food at 12 West. The Van was comfortable and we have lots of laughs with the beer guide David. It was a no stress afternoon not having to drive around or spend a fortune ubering around to all these places. I'll be giving them more business soon, sign up, you won't be sorry! Thanks City Brew Tours!

Me and my wife (left) had such a fun time trying out some unique beers. The food was provided by the tour from 12 West, Tacos and apps.

I was fortunate to be on their "launch night" this past Thursday, June 1st. Had an amazing time with Isaac talking about beer styles and how to properly taste and enjoy beers, and going behind the scenes to look at the brewery equipment and hear about the process. Holly was an amazing host and I look forward to doing this again!

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