About Blackbird Brewery
Blackbird Brewery is a family-owned and brewer-owned brewery in Wake Forest. Its website says owners Ian and Harmony VanGundy built it in 2022 after decades in brewing, sales and distribution.
The brewhouse is a custom 7 barrel system with an automated mash mixer and decoction capability. The website says that allows authentic European styles, expressive IPAs, tart fruit beers, stouts and barleywines. The taps use Czech-style side-pull faucets.
The taproom is spacious, and the patio and beer garden are described as expansive. Leashed dogs are allowed on the patio, and children are welcome in the taproom and on the patio. The bar also pours prosecco and cider on draft, wine by the glass and non-alcoholic drinks.
The events page lists live music and Hammered Trivia. Blackbird does not fill growlers, but it sells cans and kegs.
From Blackbird Brewery's own website and its Google listing, read October 14, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Can I bring my dog to Blackbird Brewery?
Yes, on the patio. The website's FAQ says leashed dogs are allowed in the patio area.
Does Blackbird fill growlers?
No. The website says it does not fill growlers, but it does sell cans and kegs.
Is there live music or trivia?
Yes. The events page lists live music and a night called Hammered Trivia. Check the page for current dates.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Which breweries are close by?
Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest is 0.6 miles away. Lonerider at Wake Forest is 1.3 miles away, and White Street Brewing Company and Norse Brewing Company are each 2.4 miles away.
Answers come from Blackbird Brewery's website and its Google listing, read October 14, 2026.
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Before you visit Blackbird Brewery
Expect a spacious taproom with a big outdoor patio. Kids are welcome in both, and leashed dogs can join you on the patio.
Check blackbirdbeer.com before you go. The site says its live inventory is the best guide to what is pouring. The events page shows the music and trivia schedule.
Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest is 0.6 miles away, and Lonerider at Wake Forest is 1.3 miles away. Both make an easy second stop. White Street and Norse are each 2.4 miles away.