NORTH ADAMS EVENTS
Mr & Mrs Claus Taproom Visit
Join us in the taproom Sunday December 22nd from 2-4PM for an afternoon of photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus, crafts, and holiday cheer!
Comedy on Tap
Stand-up comedy returns with national headliner Lana Siebel, feature act Steven Vecchiarelli, and host Charlie Nadler!
Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-on-tap-at-bright-ideas-brewing-in-north-adams-ma-tickets-1039465628677?aff=erelexpmlt
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
First Fridays After Party
The next FIRST Friday North Adams is on October 4th, and local DJs Dub TC, Elixir, and DJ iamsam will be back setting the taproom vibe from 8pm to close. With no cover and open to all, this is going to be a super fun way to close out the night!
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Queer Trivia Night
Assemble your team and gather at Bright Ideas Brewing for a night of Pride Trivia featuring five rounds of LGBTQ+-themed questions covering queer history, media, and more hosted by local lesbian librarian, Wendy.
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Comedy
Stand-up comedy returns with national headliner Bob Alper, feature act Beck Krefting, and host Charlie Nadler!
First Fridays After Party
The next FIRST Friday North Adams is on October 4th, and local DJs Dub TC, Elixir, and DJ iamsam will be back setting the taproom vibe from 8pm to close. With no cover and open to all, this is going to be a super fun way to close out the night!
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Brightoberfest 2024
All day on Saturday, September 28th, we’ll be releasing our annual festbier Brightoberfest and also teaming up with our awesome neighbors at Bigg Daddy’s Philly Cheesesteak for a special Oktoberfest food menu.
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
First Fridays After Party
The next FIRST Friday North Adams is on September 6th, and local DJs Dub TC, Elixir, and DJ iamsam will be back setting the taproom vibe from 8pm to close. With no cover and open to all, this is going to be a super fun way to close out the night!
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Music: Patrick Collins
Free Live Music!
Join us on Sunday, August 25th from 4-6pm for an evening of live music featuring Hudson Valley Singer/Songwriter Patrick Collins!
With a homegrown approach to the blues with a self-taught fingerpicking style, Patrick Collins mixes an interesting approach to guitar playing and honest lyrics. These songs touch on everyday American life and its struggles in a unique blend.
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Music: ABtrio
We are super excited to have ABtrio playing live at our taproom on Thursday, May 2nd from 8-10pm! With their latest album nominated for BEST JAZZ RELEASE in the 2023 by the Jazz Buffalo Readers Poll, ABtrio is an act that should not be missed, playing "subtle but striking compositions that move easily between supple swing and stately funk.”
Taproom Music: POGO
FREE LIVE MUSIC
Pogo is a duo of vocals, keys and drums with a powerhouse sound. Pogo will be sure to get you dancing. playing classic rock, funk, pop and everything in between!
Taproom Comedy
Stand-up comedy returns with headliner Doug Smith as seen on Conan, Late Late Show, and Comedy Central!
Helen Hummel
Free Live Music!
Singer/songwriter Helen Hummel hails from the green mountains of Vermont. Her music reflects the rural landscape of her upbringing and explores the styles of Folk, Americana, and Indie, among many others. Through classic and original songs, Helen fills out the limits of her vocal range, accompanying herself on bright and playful guitar.
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Music: Tony Lee Thomas
Free Live Music!
Singer/Songwriter Tony Lee Thomas will be performing as a part of our free live music series, bringing to mind Richie Havens, Stevie Wonder, and Ani DiFranco with his powerfully intimate performance.
First Fridays After Party
The next FIRST Friday North Adams is on August 2nd, and local DJs Dub TC, Elixir, and DJ iamsam will be back setting the taproom vibe from 8pm to close. With no cover and open to all, this is going to be a super fun way to close out the night!
Taproom Music: F.A.R. Trio
Free Live Music!
F.A.R. Trio returns to Bright Ideas Brewing, bringing you a needed dose of Earthy Fusion and Soul Drenched Rock and Roll.
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Music: Lexi Weege & JJ Slater
Lexi Weege and JJ Slater are playing the North Adams taproom on Sunday, July 21st from 4-6pm!
Taproom Music: Rusted Chains
FREE LIVE MUSIC!
Serving up a tribute to 90’s grunge and alt-rock, Berkshire County’s own Rusted Chains specializes in acoustic renditions of bands such as Nirvana, Alice In Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, and more. They’ll also hit us with some electric vibes, so get ready for a charged night of 90’s music!
Nerd Nite with The Bear & Bee Bookshop
We are so excited to be hosting another Nerd Nite with The Bear & Bee Bookshop on July 18th at 7pm!
Nate Goyette & Dylan Patrick Ward
Both Nate Goyette and Dylan Patrick Ward are performing live at the taproom on Sunday, July 14 at 4pm!
Trivia Night
You up for the challenge? Assemble your team to compete in our biweekly Trivia Night and with food available from our awesome neighbors, beer pouring all night long, and prizes for the winners, you'll want to get here early to secure a spot!
Taproom Music: RJ McCarty
Free Live Music!
RJ McCarty will be joined by drummer Chris Van Rooyen and bassist Matt Mondell to perform intricate folk/americana-inspired music that is sure to move your soul!