Fourth of July Party at Blue Blaze Brewing, with off-leash area for dogs

Blue Blaze Brewing, 528 South Turner Avenue, is the first brewery in the Historic West End. It maintains a strong connection with the outdoors and healthy living. The brewery is named after the “blue blaze” symbol on the Appalachian Trail, which leads hikers off-trail to something interesting, like a spring or overlook.

Blue Blaze hosts bike rides, outdoor-themed film screenings, a pop-up farmers’ market and more.

You can see all their upcoming events on their Facebook page.

Trail Talk: Open Forum
Every Monday from June 15th to July 27th, 2020
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Free

Join Blue Blaze every Monday for a casual and open conversation about all things related to hiking, backpacking, and the outdoors!

This free and informal event will take place in their outdoor space. This is a great opportunity to meet folks in Charlotte’s ever-growing outdoor community. Talk about upcoming events, share your favorite local hikes, trade gear tips, and get inspired! If you are new to hiking and backpacking, this is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn some tricks. If you are an expert backpacker, come share your trail tails and make some friends!

Enjoy one of Blue Blaze’s many delicious craft brews. Cider, wine, Prosecco, and non alcoholic beverages are available as well.

Talks to be hosted by Appalachian Trail Thru Hiker, Heidi “Picasso” Nisbett (class of 2018)

Fourth of July Party
Saturday, July 4th, 2020
12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Free

Dogs can run in the off-leash area. Live music by Reid Ferguson from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Food truck 22 Street Kitchen from 2 p.m. to 8 pm. Beer release: Blueway Keller Pilsner.