The kitchen is open 7 days a week now!

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

Flight Night

Wednesday, April 24th
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/875470855897?aff=oddtdtcreator

Idiom Collaboration

Saturday, April 27th
12-6PM
Two MD breweries with a lot in common. Both brewers got their itch to brew from a fun trip to the west coast visiting breweries. Now both thriving with a common goal of bringing all walks of life together through beer.
A beautiful collaboration was born, Saison Papillon, a Honey Rye Saison between Checkerspot Brewing and Idiom Brewing.
Join us for this beer release to get your hands on a pint.
In addition, The Baltimore Beefman will be in the building to satisfy your hunger needs.

An Evening For The Stars

Saturday, April 27th 

6-9PM

The Starfish Foundation is a premier means for at-risk Ecuadorian youth to achieve a post-secondary education by providing scholarships, tutoring, and leadership development for students ages 11 to 18. An Evening for the Stars is our annual fundraiser to continue to support our students in Guayaquil. Join us for an evening of fun and hear from scholars and volunteers about the impact our work has on students' lives.

Tickets Here:

http://aefts2024.givesmart.com

 

Speed Dating

Sunday, April 28th
1:30 & 4PM

For our SINGLE Baltimore beer lovers, Checkerspot Brewing presents Speed Dating by Pre-Dating. This is the best way to meet someone who's right for you. MEET REAL PEOPLE, ready for a real relationship. Forget apps & dating sites - come see what a difference meeting people in person makes. We can't wait to see what happens!

Pre-Dating's been bringing people together to create successful relationships since 2001...will you be next? Seats are very limited!

Tickets Here:
https://www.pre-dating.com/baltimore-speed-dating/

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. Stay tuned for the design reveal. Each brewery will have special beer releases, music and 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

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

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

Always a fun pilot batch release in the taproom!

April 16th - 395 Rye Amber Lager is back finally!

April 20th - The Blind Spot, Honey Kölsch a collaboration fundraiser beer with Blind Industries & Services of Maryland

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 Tim 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!

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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