Breweries in Roanoke Va are a year round, all weather activity which is important around these parts.
Roanoke gets 120 days of rain every year according to Best Places so why not have a backup plan when the hiking trails look like mudslides.
While the list below all share in common great beer, each one brings a unique experience when your visit their brewery.
Some of the breweries are downtown and others are a scenic drive away. Some of the breweries are dog-friendly and others have seltzer and gluten free options.
Whether you're looking for things to do in Roanoke when it's raining or places to get a craft beer, you can't miss with these 10 breweries.
Editor's Note: This list is in no particular ranking order. We try hard to be accurate in our reporting but please always call the establishment beforehand as offerings can change without notice.
1. Big Lick Brewing Company
Big Lick Brewing Company not only craft brews their ales and lagers in house, they also offer seltzers & wine to cater to a wide range of tastes. Their popular outdoor beer garden is pet friendly and their indoor stage hosts live music, events, comedy & more.
2. Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery
Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery is located across from Center in the Square in the heart of Downtown Roanoke. Their locally sourced dishes complement what's on tap with seasonal new flavors and they now offer bourbon & whiskey from the Three Notch'd Distillery in Nellysford, Va.
3. Starr Hill Brewery
Located near the Roanoke River Greenway and Carillion, Starr Hill Brewery has live music, trivia nights, and plenty of year-round and seasonal beer to choose from.
4. A Few Old Goats Brewing
A Few Old Goats Brewing (AFOG for short) is located in Downtown Roanoke with 14+ taps, indoor and outdoor games, pet friendly and lots of beer.
5. Twisted Track Brewpub
Twisted Track is Roanoke's newest brewpub. In addition to craft beer and cider they host trivia night, bingo night and open mic comedy night.
6. Parkway Brewing Co
Parkway Brewing Co is a microbrewery located in Salem Va that offers ales, distinctive beers, live music, and food truck cuisine.
7. Twin Creeks Brewing Company
Roanoke County's first craft brewery, Twin Creeks Brewing Company has live music, craft beer and a second location in Explore Park. Check out their popular weekly events including Give Back Tuesdays, Bingo Wednesdays and Trivia Thursdays.
8. Olde Salem Brewing Co
With 2 locations on Main St in Downtown Salem and Market Street in Downtown Roanoke, Olde Salem Brewing Co crafts every beer in house, hosts live events and is a short drive from Roanoke.