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Free Range Brewing

Free Range Brewing opened in July 2015 in NoDa, founded by brothers Jeff and Jason Alexander. This neighborhood brewery specializes in taproom craft beer, farmhouse ales, wild ales, and IPAs, using locally sourced ingredients with percentages labeled on their beer menu. The brewery oozes authenticity with a laid-back, neighborhood bar feel. Located directly next to Rhino Market (customers can bring food in), Free Range offers a variety of bar snacks and features an intimate back room that doubles as a live music venue. The family-friendly brewery has outdoor space for guests and their dogs, and is known for friendly bartenders and chill vibes. They host regular community events including their famous annual New Year's Day free soup event.

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Locations

The Brewery →
2320 North Davidson Street
Charlotte
The Bar →
301 Camp Rd
Charlotte
Industry Night Tuesdays
Tue, Sep 1, 2026
Industry Night Tuesdays
every Tuesday

On Tap Now (10)

📍 The Brewery

Charlotte • Optimist Park10
Farmhouse Ale - Saison
6%
ABV
17
IBU
▼
Stout - Oyster
8%
ABV
32
IBU
▼
4.7%
ABV
15
IBU
▼
Stout - Other
14%
ABV
▼
Brown Ale - American
6.6%
ABV
34
IBU
▼

Camp Beer Lime

Lager - American
%
ABV
▼

Premio Italian Pilsner

Pilsner - Italian
6.4%
ABV
▼
IPA - New England / Hazy
5.3%
ABV
▼
5%
ABV
17
IBU
▼

Slow Cure

Pale Ale - American
5.8%
ABV
▼

Upcoming Events (6)

📍 The Brewery

Charlotte • Optimist Park6

Industry Night Tuesdays

📅 Tue, Sep 1, 2026 • 12:00

Official Jeopardy Bar League

📅 Wed, Sep 2, 2026 • 19:00
Trivia

Nature Trivia

📅 Thu, Sep 3, 2026 • 19:00
Trivia

Improv

📅 Fri, Sep 4, 2026 • 19:30
Comedy

Figure Drawing

📅 Sun, Sep 6, 2026 • 11:15

Live Music Sunday featuring Colin Cutler

📅 Sun, Sep 6, 2026 • 15:00
Music

Recurring Specials (3)

📍 The Bar

Charlotte • North End3

Industry Night Tuesdays

🔁 Every Tuesday • 12:00
Happy Hour

Figure Drawing

🔁 Every Sunday • 11:15

Live Music Sunday

🔁 Every Sunday • 15:00
Music

Weekly live music, lineup varies (e.g. David Childers 7/19, Mike Strauss Band 7/26)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Free Range Brewing?

Free Range Brewing is located at 2320 North Davidson Street, Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC.

What beers does Free Range Brewing have on tap?

Free Range Brewing currently has 10 beers on tap including Stout, Saison, Kölsch.

Does Free Range Brewing have trivia?

Yes, Free Range Brewing hosts trivia on Wed, Sep 2, 2026 at 19:00.

Does Free Range Brewing have live music?

Yes, Free Range Brewing hosts live music every Sunday at 15:00.

Does Free Range Brewing have happy hour?

Yes, Free Range Brewing hosts happy hour every Tuesday at 12:00.

Does Free Range Brewing have multiple locations?

Yes, Free Range Brewing has 2 locations in Charlotte (The Brewery, The Bar).

What is Free Range Brewing known for?

Free Range Brewing opened in July 2015 in NoDa, founded by brothers Jeff and Jason Alexander. This neighborhood brewery specializes in taproom craft beer, farmhouse ales, wild ales, and IPAs, using locally sourced ingredients with percentages labeled on their beer menu. The brewery oozes authenticity with a laid-back, neighborhood bar feel. Located directly next to Rhino Market (customers can bring food in), Free Range offers a variety of bar snacks and features an intimate back room that doubles as a live music venue. The family-friendly brewery has outdoor space for guests and their dogs, and is known for friendly bartenders and chill vibes. They host regular community events including their famous annual New Year's Day free soup event.

Free Range Brewing is a craft brewery in Optimist Park (Charlotte, NC). As of August 31, 2026, we track 10 beers on tap. Recent styles include Stout, Saison, Kölsch.

Tap Lists Updated Regularly
Always call ahead to confirm beer availability before visiting. Last verified: 12/31/2025