Stable Craft Brewing Announces December 2024 Calendar of Events

When it comes to holiday cheer, Central Virginia's Stable Craft Brewing is the place to be to celebrate family, traditions, food and all things cozy. Stable Craft is the ideal location to gather, reminisce and savor delicious hand-crafted beverages and cuisine.  December highlights include new beer and cider releases, steal the glass, live music, holiday craft workshops and a Wild West New Year's Eve Celebration!

Mark your calendars and take advantage of all that Stable Craft Brewing has to offer this December:

Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 4pm - Steal the Holiday Glass - What could be better than a Go Elf Yourself holiday beer glass .  Steal this year's Holiday Mug with any beverage purchase while supplies last.

Friday, December 6 at 4 pm - Friday Night Love with Apple Blackberry Crumble Cider Release Party featuring live music with Pat Anderson!   Celebrate December with a delicious treat. This cider captures the comforting essence of a freshly baked dessert in a glass. This cider delivers a harmonious balance of sweet and tart fruit flavors. Notes of cinnamon, brown sugar, and buttery crumble come through, evoking the warmth of a homemade crumble. Medium-bodied and slightly effervescent, it's a delightful nod to a classic dessert.

?Saturday, December 7 at 1pm - Stable Craft's Old Fashioned Farm Christmas - Horse-drawn wagon rides, two roasting fire pits to gather around, Alex Arbaugh performs nomadic carols, visit our stable full of horses, photos with Santa, holiday beers, mulled cider & more!

Saturday, December 7 at 7 pm - Live concert with The Hashberry Collective (Grateful Dead) presented by Celestial Sound Production of JMU - Join us for a Grateful evening.  The Hashbury Collective is a 6-piece band hailing from Richmond, VA performing psychedelic music from the Grateful Dead, Little Feat, Bob Dylan, and other groups from the 60s & 70s.  JMU Music Industry Concert Presented by Celestial Sound Production Music Industry Concert Production and Promotion Class

Sunday, December 8 at 1 pm - Holiday Sundays with Nick Berkin-The Piano Man. Put your hands together for the Piano Man - Nick Berkin!  Enjoy brunch and an afternoon of lively tunes w/ a few holiday favorites thrown in for good measure.

Wednesday, December 11 at 4 pm - BOGO Burger Combo with Beer, Cider or Craft Soda- 2 Burgers w/ Lettuce Tomato & 2 Fried potatoes AND 2 BEERS, Ciders or, CRAFT Soda $20  - Upgrade to Southern Pleasure, Cordon Bleu or Mushroom Swiss $3   Dine In Only

Friday, December 13 at 4 pm - Friday Night Love featuring Apple Cider Donut Release Party featuring Live Music with Alex Arbaugh -A delightful fusion of autumn’s most beloved flavors, this cider captures the essence of a fresh apple cider donut. Slightly spiced and not overly sweet, this cider is perfect for sipping by a bonfire or pairing with your favorite seasonal treats. A must-try for cider and donut lovers alike!  Live music with Alex Arbaugh adds to the good times!

Saturday, December 14 at 4 pm - Live Music with Whiskey Shakes Andrew Beverly - Andrew Beverly of The Whiskey Shake provides a wide array of music from popular bands like The Rolling Stones, Tom Petty, The Turnpike Troubadours, The Faces, Tyler Childers, The Grateful Dead, The Black Crowes, The Allman Brothers and Bob Marley just to name a few

Wednesday, December 18 at 4 pm - BOGO Burger Combo with Beer, Cider or Craft Soda- 2 Burgers w/ Lettuce Tomato & 2 Fried potatoes AND 2 BEERS, Ciders or, CRAFT Soda $20  - Upgrade to Southern Pleasure, Cordon Bleu or Mushroom Swiss $3   Dine In Only

Thursday, December 19 at 6 pm - Holiday Candle-Making Workshop Get into the holiday spirit with a fun and festive evening at Stable Craft Brewing! Join us on December 19th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for a Holiday-themed candle-making workshop that combines creativity with seasonal cheer.During this hands-on experience, you’ll craft two custom candles using high-quality soy wax, cotton wicks, and delightful holiday-inspired scents. Sip on a refreshing drink while designing your candles and enjoy the cozy, festive ambiance of Stable Craft Brewing.  Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and add a personal, handcrafted touch to your holiday season

Friday, December 20 at 1 pm  -Friday Night Love with Ginger Bread and Blood Orange Cider Release Party featuring Live Music with J.T. Horne-This festive cider is a unique blend of warm holiday spices and bright citrus notes. The aroma greets you with hints of gingerbread—ginger and cinnamon—balanced by the tangy zest of fresh blood oranges. Medium-bodied and crisp, it finishes with a refreshing citrus tang and a subtle warming spice, making it the perfect drink for cozy winter evenings or holiday gatherings.  We're pleased to welcome traveling singer/songwriter JT Horne from upstate New York to the stage at Stable Craft. JT performs a mix of rock, pop, country, folk and blues music from the 60s - modern day on his guitar, banjo, and piano.

Saturday, December 21 at 12 pm - Krampus Fest - Are You Naughty or Nice?! Join us for a wicked good time and celebrate the winter solstice with a visit from Krampus.Krampus will be on hand to reprimand all the naughty children AND adults in true german fashion. Food Specials, Mulled cider

Saturday, December 21 at 7 pm- Krampus Fest Live Music Featuring Brisk Band -Authentic 90's-00 Alt Rock -Brisk Band Trio performs an evening of alternative hits from the 90's 2000's - what better way to wrap up KrampusFest than with this wicked fun band

Sunday, December 22 at 1 pm -Brisk Brunch - Rock Around the Christmas Tree Holiday Brunch -Brisk Duo lines up for Brunch Time entertainment during our Santa in the Stables Sunday

Sunday, December 22 at 12 pm - Pints & Ponies with Santa in the Stables -Celebrate the holidays with seasonal Pints & Ponies in the stables area of Stable Craft Brewing!

Friday, December 27 at 7 pm - Friday Night Love featuring Live Music with Brad Harden-Brad Harden is a singer/songwriter from Western Maryland. Bringing his energetic style together with his Appalachian roots, Brad gives an energetic twist to classic songs from the 90s and 2000s, as well as his own material. 

?Sunday, December 29 at 1:00 pm -Winter Wonderland Paint & Sip with Blue Ridge Brushes-Learn how to paint this masterpiece! Located at Stable Craft Brewery. Painting will begin at 1pm so arrive early to grab any drinks or snacks you’ll want to enjoy during the session. You will learn a variety of techniques and skills and will get to practice them on your very own 11x14 canvas using high quality acrylic paint!  Make sure to enjoy Stable Craft's delicious offerings; no outside food or beverage.

Tuesday, December 31 at 5 pm- New Year's Eve Wild West Celebration-Ring in the New Year at Our Western-Themed Bash!  Reserve your table today.  Tickets include 2 drink tickets and admission to DJ; add on Steak & Shrimp Dinner buffet or choose our late night bar buffet. Reservations are sold by the table for 4, 6 or 8 ppl ( $25 per seat).  Each Table Reservation includes 2 drink tickets per seat.  Designated Driver Ticket Special!  Purchase a Designated Driver Ticket & receive 20% off your buffet meal.  Join us for an evening filled with laughter, delicious food, craft beverages, and dancing in the barn!  

Book a private, heated igloo for the perfect answer to outdoor winter dining. Order dinner and drinks off our regular menu and enjoy it in the privacy of a serene winter evening on the patio.  Perfect for small office parties, romantic evenings, get together with friends and family celebrations.  Reserve on Stable Craft's website.

Stable Craft Brewing, recently selected for the 2023 Virginia Green Travel Leader award and also the recipient of the 2022 Green Brewery of the Year, is the first brewery on the East Coast to launch a zero-food waste initiative for its award-winning brewery, restaurant and wedding and banquet facility. The sustainable brewery also grows its own hops, utilizes the brewing wastewater to water their hops, co-ops with a local farmer to use the spent grain for food for the cattle and has planted 1,100 trees on the farm to help with erosion and air quality. Stable Craft offers a sustainable tour by reservation only for guests to get a first-hand look at all of its sustainable initiatives.

For hours of operation and directions, visit Stable Craft Brewing's website or follow on their Facebook page.   For more information, call 540-490-2609.