Live Music Sundays

Every Sunday we have live music in the Taproom! Whether its our resident artist, Rob Thackery, or a new find, you can enjoy originals and covers by local Boston musicians.

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Wing Wednesdays

Join us every Wednesday for crispy, saucy, flavor-packed wings at just $1 a piece—paired perfectly with cold craft brews and good company. Whether you're wingin' it solo or bringing the whole flock, it's the midweek pick-me-up your taste buds deserve. 🍗 Deals start at 5pm 🍻 No reservations. No frills. Just wings, beer, and Wednesday bliss. Wing orders come in increments of 6. See you there!

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Sam Adams Open Mic Night

Join us for Open Mic Night at Sam Adams Boston Brewery! Whether you're an aspiring musician, a seasoned performer, or just love discovering new talent, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy great drinks and incredible live performances. Grab a pint, relax with friends, and let the creative energy flow as local artists take the stage. Sign-up is open for anyone who wants to perform, and we welcome all genres of music. See you there!

Dungeons & Dragons Social Hour

Come for the drinks. Stay for the friends.&nbsp; Pull up a chair at Samuel Adams and meet your people. Dragons, Dungeons &amp; Drinks social hours are casual, no-pressure evenings for D&amp;D players, curious newcomers, and anyone who's ever wanted to roll dice with strangers and somehow leave with friends. No big agenda. Just good drinks and better company.

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Heated Igloos at Sam Adams

Enjoy the winter season from the warmth of an igloo in our year-round Beer Garden. Cozy up in one of our heated outdoor igloos—perfect for sipping, snacking, and sharing laughs. Each igloo reservation secures you a private igloo for two hours and comes with two pints of your choice, with the option to upgrade to a pitcher for larger groups. Reservations are for 2 hours and each igloo can accommodate 6 people. Igloos do not include table service, but the Taproom bar is only a few steps away! Let’s make the most of the winter season!

Holiday Market

Embrace the holiday spirit and enjoy a day of festive fun at the Sam Adams Boston Brewery! We are transforming the brewery into a whimsical winter wonderland filled with a variety of local vendors offering handcrafted gifts, artisanal goods, and seasonal treats. Enjoy live music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/catrinaboncaldomusic/">Catrina Boncaldo</a> followed by<a href="https://www.instagram.com/robertthackery/?hl=en"> Robert Thackery</a> and browsing from the selection of craft vendors. We'll also be releasing exclusive holiday brews for the day! In collaboration with <a href="https://stayawhilecoffee.com/">Stay Awhile Coffee</a>, we've used their locally roasted coffee to craft an imperial brown ale: Imperial Roast. Our take on everyone's favorite daily ritual, this beer balances layered notes of espresso, caramel, and dark chocolate for rich brew that still picks you up. On top of that, we've also collaborated with <a href="https://bostonharbordistillery.com/">Boston Harbor Distillery</a> to revisit and reimagine one of our vintage recipes. Merry Maker Reserve is our classic gingerbread stout, aged in Boston Harbor's Spirit of Boston barrels to create a strong, but smooth sipper for the merriment of the season. Of course we'll also be serving up Winter White Ale, a perfectly balanced taste of the season with spicy cinnamon, earthy nutmeg, and a crisp finish. Get your holiday shopping done without the stress while supporting local small businesses and enjoying festive brews! Our vendors for the market include:<ul><li>Autumn Photography</li><li>Burrito Bag</li><li>Top Shelf Cookies</li><li>Body Stone and Soul</li><li>Brittany Silva Art</li><li>All She Wrote Books</li><li>Fresh Vintage Supply</li><li>Handsome Hobo</li><li>Maple Lane Farm</li></ul>And more to be announced!

Brewery Halloween Party

Celebrate spooky season at the Sam Adams Boston Brewery with live music, seasonal brews, costumes, and a scary amount of candy! Live Music:<ul><li>Friday: Rule of Two 6-9PM</li><li>Saturday: DJ Kylie Terra</li></ul>Beer:<ul><li>Jack-O Spiced Pumpkin Ale</li><li>Octoberfest *last chance for the season*</li><li>Brewery exclusive styles</li></ul>Get your costume together, gather your ghouls, and get ready for a party at the brewery...if you dare!

JP Oysterfest

Sam Adams and Wellfleet Shellfish Company have teamed up to bring you JP Oysterfest! Wellfleet Shellfish Company will be popping up raw bars in the Beer Garden at the Brewery. They'll be bringing the best of the best oysters available for purchase. Enjoy live music as two New England staples—craft beer and seafood—come together for the ultimate fall celebration. Catch Jorge Chacon 1-4PM on Saturday and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSVxNc_lR9n/">Sweeney &amp; Sweeney</a> 2-5PM on Sunday. Plus, we’ll have two beer releases crafted specifically for enjoying with oysters. Brewed with Wellfleet Shellfish Company's oysters from Cape Cod, Oyster Stout will make its return as a rich and roasty brew with a slightly briny finish. On the other end of the spectrum, Salt &amp; Shuck is a lager brewed with lemon and local sea salt for a refreshing brew that’s makes a perfect seafood pairing.

Sam Adams Octoberfest Celebration

We're throwing a party as a homage to this iconic beer moment with Boston's favorite fall brew, Sam Adams Octoberfest. Celebrate with live music, fest food, lawn games, and stein hoisting contests all weekend long. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/octoberfest-celebration-tickets-1992056786473?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true">GET $10 TICKETS</a> Tickets $10 pre-sale / $15 at the door Ticket includes a can of Octoberfest and party swag including a can grip, beaded necklace, and Octoberfest hat. Check out our day-by-day line: Fri 9/25: 5-10PM<ul><li>Live Music from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thefoesoffern">Foes of Fern</a> (5-8PM)</li><li>Stein Hoisting Competitions</li><li>Beer Releases</li><li>Food Specials</li></ul>Sat 9/26: 11AM-6PM<ul><li>Live Music from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/robertthackery/">Lighthouse Route</a> (11:30-2:30PM) and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bog_berries/">Bog Berries</a> (3-6PM)</li><li>Stein Hoisting Competitions</li><li>Octoberfest Tour Experience</li><li>Food Specials</li></ul>Sun 9/27: 11AM-6PM<ul><li>Live Music from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/robertthackery/">Rob Thackery</a> (11-2PM) and the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bluelightbandits">Blue Light Bandits </a>(2:30-5:30)</li><li>Stein Hoisting Competition</li><li>Food Specials</li></ul><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/octoberfest-celebration-tickets-1992056786473?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true">GET $10 TICKETS</a> Don't miss the opportunity to kick the weekend off early with us with a <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992067049169?aff=oddtdtcreator">four course beer dinner</a>! Preview our beer releases and enjoy a hearty dinner, ending with a dessert and barrel-aged beer in our underground Bier Keller. Get tickets to our Beer Dinner on the 24th <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992067049169?aff=oddtdtcreator">here</a>.

Octoberfest Beer Dinner

We’re honoring the centuries-long tradition with our annual Octoberfest Celebration and we'll be kicking off the festivities with a VIP Octoberfest Beer Dinner! Enjoy a four course meal of seasonal fall dishes, each paired with a traditional German-style beer. One of our senior brewery ambassadors will walk the group through each pairing, talking through the tasting notes and nuances of each course. End the experience with dessert and a barrel aged beer in our underground, string-lit Bier Keller. Don't miss this opportunity to start Octoberfest off proper--prost!

Sam Summer Saturdays

Sam Summer Saturdays are here!&nbsp;We're playlisting your entire summer with live music from some awesome local bands and artists. Every Saturday from 1-4PM, catch some rays with us as we enjoy performances, play lawn games, and drink Sam Summer Ale with some of our favorite artists! We'll also be grilling out in the Beer Garden every Saturday this summer. Enjoy Sam Burgers, Almost 12" Hot Dogs, and more to fuel the relaxed days of summer. There is NO cover--just come by and enjoy! Here's the Summer Lineup: May: May 30: Bog Berries June: June 6th: Autumn Pheonix June 13th: Tenille Ja'Nae June 20th: Tenille Ja'Nae June 27th: Autumn Pheonix July: July 4th: Ciaran Murphy &amp; Woundikin July 11th: Catrina Boncaldo July 18th: Alec Sullivan July 25th: Woundikin August: August 1st: Zion Rodman August 8th: Alec Sullivan August 15th: Catrina Boncaldo Augyst 22nd: JP Porchfest (Music all day long) August 29th: TBA September: Sept 5th: Zion Rodman Sept 12th: TBA Sept 19th: TBA

JP Porchfest at Sam Adams

The Samuel Adams Boston Brewery happy to once again partner with <a href="https://www.dunamisboston.org/">Dunamis</a> for <a href="https://www.jpporchfest.org/">Jamaica Plain’s 10th Annual Porchfest</a>. The festival continues to strengthen and unify our community through the appreciation of music and the arts. There will be live music all day long in the Beer Garden by local artists across the Jamaica Plain community. Porchfest features a variety of different genres creating an inclusive environment through music, dance, theater, and more. We'll be bringing the porch vibes by breaking out the grill for a full-on cookout in the Beer Garden. We're also bringing back Porch(fest) Rocker to celebrate our favorite music festival. Aged on raspberries and lemon, this gose is light and fruity with a tart, clean finish. A sessionable summer style, this beer celebrates the local Jamaica Plain community that opens its porches up to musicians and artists for a truly one-of-a-kind festival experience. 5.2% ABV, available on draft and in cans. Stay tuned for our music lineup!

JP Porchfest Kickoff Party

Kickoff the 11th anniversary of JP Porchfest with us in the Beer Garden! We're stoked to once again partner with Dunamis to bring together JP Porchfest! Hit the Beer Garden the evening before the festivities to get fully prepped. We'll have live music to kick things off. Be sure grab a map and plot out your festival route or purchase merch from Dunamis to rep during the day. Plus we'll be pouring Porch(fest) Rocker, a raspberry lemon gose and the official beer of JP Pochfest!

Red, White and Blueberry Weekend

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with Sam! Enjoy featured beers, food specials and pop-ups, and live music throughout the weekend. Check out the full line up: THE BEER<ul><li>Blueberry Lager draft and slushies</li><li>Berry on Boylston Release: an Italian-style Pilsner with raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries</li><li>Red, White &amp; Blueberry Flights featuring Bines and Vines, Sam 76, Blueberry Lager, and Berry on Boylston</li></ul>FOOD SPECIALS<ul><li>Popsicle pop-up from Sorbae Frozen Treats with Blueberry Cheesecake pops</li><li>Blueberry Ginger Ice Cream Sandwiches with Top Shelf Cookies</li><li>Chicken and Waffle pizza special with blueberry topping</li></ul>LIVE MUSIC<ul><li>Friday: Alec Sullivan 4-7PM</li><li>Saturday: Ciaran Murphy 12-3PM &amp; Woundikin 3:30-6:30PM</li><li>Sunday: Rob Thackery 2-5PM</li></ul>Celebrate American 250 with a Red, White, and Blueberry Weekend! <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/red-white-and-blueberry-weekend--2-boston-1040406">Check out Sam Adams Downtown Boston Taproom's Red, White and Blueberry Weekend. </a>

Sam Adams Pride Market

We've teamed up with the <a href="https://malgbtcc.org/#1">Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce</a> to put together a weekly Pride Market, featuring small business vendors with a range of goodies and treats. Check out the list below (vendors vary by week): <ul><li>Pearl Moon Beauty</li><li>Truffles by Tarah</li><li>All She Wrote Books</li><li>Azy the Artist</li><li>art skips a beat</li><li>Autumn Phoenix photography</li></ul>Vibe out with live entertainment each week 1-4PM and enjoy food specials from the grill for the ultimate summer hang while supporting LGBT+ owned businesses.

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