Pilot Brewing is at 1331 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a nano-brewery that specializes in small batch, experimental brewing.
Check their Facebook page or website for a full list of announcements and upcoming events. You can also reach them by calling 704-802-9260.
Upcoming Events
Cinco De Mayo: Free Taco Day
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
5 to 8 p.m.
Free (with drink purchase)
Receive a free taco with the purchase of your drink of choice while supplies last!
To pair with the food, they’ll also be serving $5 margaritas
Tuesday Drink Specials (all day):
- ½ off flights of beer
- 20% off top-shelf bourbon
- $4 shooters
- 20% off snacks
Sip, Support, and Save Sadie
Saturday, May 9, 2026
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Free to attend (GoFundMe)
Sadie belongs to the mom of Pilot’s owner, Rachael Hudson—someone who is often behind the scenes showing up for others and giving back to the community. Now, her family could use a little of that same support in return. They will be hosting a silent auction and raffle, with all proceeds going directly to Sadie’s GoFundMe.
Free Chowder Day
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
5 p.m.
Free with drink purchase
Purchase any drink, including non-alcoholic, and get a free small bowl of Chef Jeff’s corn and potato chowder, served with homemade sourdough bread. While supplies last.
Afterburn Comedy
Saturday, May 30, 2026
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Free (RSVP here, 21+)
Recurring Events
Monthly Speed Puzzles
Last Tuesday of month, scheduled through October 27, 2026
6:30 to 8 p.m.
$15 per team (follow link to register your team)
- $15 sign up fee per team. (Not per person, please only buy one ticket/team)
- Only 10 team slots available per month.
- Up to 4 people per team.
- Each team will get the same puzzle and it will be changed monthly.
- First group to finish the 300 piece puzzle wins!
- Prizes will be awarded to teams who come in 1st, 2nd & 3rd!
- Bonus! Keep The Puzzle!
Free Elote Day
Select Saturdays in 2026
2 to 7 p.m.
Free Elote cup with any drink purchase
May 16, July 11, September 19, and November 21. Purchase any drink, including non-alcoholic, and receive one free small Elote Cup from Paco’s Street Cart, while supplies last.
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