Taproom Events

Mick Louis LIVE
Friday October 23, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewery

Mick Louis is a Connecticut Native and proud New Englander. With influences ranging from Country and Southern Rock artists like Dierks Bentley and Lynyrd Skynyrd, all the way to songwriters like Jason Mraz , Mick has created a style ALL HIS OWN. Come enjoy live music and a beer or two!

Iris Lies Live + Brazilian BBQ Boys Truck
Saturday October 24, 2026 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for another fun IRIS LIES gig Live at Charter Oak. We will also have the Brazilian BBQ Boys truck here all day!

Family Pumpkin Decorating Party
Sunday October 25, 2026 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Fun for the entire family! Grab the kids, and come by the taproom for a pumpkin decorating party. You bring the pumpkins, we’ll have the decorations! Plus, we will have juice and treats for the kids!

The Angry O’Hara’s Live + Dad’s Grill
Sunday October 25, 2026 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm Charter Oak Brewing

The Angry O’Haras are all about making music that sounds good and feels right, and they will be at Charter Oak! They wield fiddle, guitar, banjo and bass to forge the instrumental foundation for three- and four-part harmonies. Bluegrass is their guiding compass, but the band navigates many musical regions. We will also have Dad’s Grill here all day!

Adult Pumpkin Decorating Party
Thursday October 29, 2026 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Charter Oak Taproom

Come by the taproom for an ADULTS pumpkin decorating party. You bring the pumpkins and carving tools, we’ll have the paint!

Zach Anderson Live
Friday October 30, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for a fun Friday of live music with Zach Anderson.

Dr. Frankenbob LIVE + Blangn’ Thai Food Truck
Saturday October 31, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for a fun evening of LIVE MUSIC with Dr. Frankenbob!  Blangn’ Thai Food Truck will also be here. 

Cross Purpose Band LIVE
Sunday November 1, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for Cross Purpose Band live at COBC! Cross Purpose is a 4-piece roots/rock/blues band.

Trivia Night at the Taproom
Wednesday November 4, 2026 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for TRIVIA NIGHT at the Taproom hosted by the Danbury Library. Come by to check out the brewery at 5:00 pm, and hang around for trivia starting at 6:30 pm. Teams should be no more than 6 people. Play for free and win great prizes!

Sips & Sparks Speed Dating Event
Thursday November 5, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Ready to meet local singles face-to-face? Join us for a fun, low-pressure evening of meaningful connections with SIPS & SPARKS facilitating the evening. Get more details and sign up HERE.

Joey Whalen Live
Friday November 6, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Come enjoy a fun FRIDAY with a few craft beers from our 10 taps, and live music by Joey Whalen!

Tony & The West Siders LIVE
Saturday November 7, 2026 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for Tony & The West Siders LIVE as they play authentic Classic Rock & Blues!

Music Festival For a Cause
Sunday November 8, 2026 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for a fun day of LIVE MUSIC at Charter Oak Brewing from SIX amazing bands and 10 delicious beers on tap. And the best part? A Portion of proceeds from the day will go to the RENEWAL HOUSE, an organization devoted to rebuilding older lives by restoring independence, one life at a time. Suggested donation for entry is $20.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:

  • 12:30 – Milo’s Mojo
  • 1:30 – Angry O’Haras
  • 2:30 – Between the Keys
  • 3:30 – John Fazio
  • 4:30 – Dr. Frankenbob
  • 5:30 – ONL
Cousins Maine Lobster Truck
Thursday November 12, 2026 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck serves up wild-caught, sustainably harvested Maine lobster. YUM!

Real Talk About Caring for Aging Parents – FREE event
Thursday November 12, 2026 6:30 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for “A Pint, A Parent and a Plan: A Real Talk About Caring for Aging Parents” with Mary Moynihan Underwood. This is a free event where we will be discussing the realities of caring for aging parents.

Mahjong Night with The Mahj Boss CT
Friday November 13, 2026 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for Mahjong Night with The Mahj Boss CT! The Mahj Boss CT will take you from beginner to BOSS in 90 minutes! Choose your package (see below) and enjoy a fun night of play. Sign up here to reserve your spot – CLICK HERE! 

FOUNDATIONS OF MAHJONG – $40/person
– Basics & Ruls
– Walkthrough the card
– Exclusive Mahj Boss Play Guide to keep
– All supplies provided

BOSS IN TRAINING – $25/person
– Guided Play
– Exclusive Mahj Boss Play Guide to keep
– All supplies provided

Matthew Dylan Live
Friday November 13, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Kick off the weekend with gritty, soulful singer/songwriter Matthew Dylan LIVE at the taproom while you enjoy 10 beers on tap!

Matthew Dylan Live + Dad’s Grill Truck
Friday November 13, 2026 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for a fun evening with Matthew Dylan LIVE in the taproom. We will also have 10 beers on tap, and Dad’s Grill truck here!

Sip & Sensory Experience with Sensory on Wheels
Sunday November 15, 2026 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us once again for an afternoon of fun and relaxation with Sensory on Wheels’ Sip & Sensory! This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to have a drink and unwind while your kids engage in a fun sensory play experience. Tickets are $35 and include:

  • Your first drink at the bar! (beer, wine or soda!)
  • 2 hours of child-led sensory experiences for one child (each additional child is $12)
  • Children of all ages will be able to float between stations as they play with a variety of sensory materials provided by Sensory on Wheels.

Tickets available HERE!

Tony & The West Siders LIVE
Saturday December 5, 2026 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

Join us for Tony & The West Siders LIVE as they play authentic Classic Rock & Blues in our taproom!

Cousins Maine Lobster Truck
Saturday December 19, 2026 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm Charter Oak Brewing

The Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck serves up wild-caught, sustainably harvested Maine lobster. YUM!

Saturday June 17, 2028 12:00 am

Charter Oak only offers musical entertainment for which it has a license.  We do not have a license to allow musical performance of songs registered with BMI.  Accordingly, we request all musicians performing at Charter Oak to check their set lists to confirm that no songs registered with BMI are performed at Charter Oak.

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COBC Named BEST BREWERY IN CT!

CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE: Best Brewery in CT. Craft beer lovers will love this CT brewery in Danbury… (cont reading)

BEERMELODIES: CHARTER OAK BREWING COMPANY

Entrepreneurial couple Scott and Michele Vallely originally introduced a few gypsy brews crafted at other local brewers’ facilities under the CHARTER OAK BREWING COMPANY banner way back in 2012 before occupying the present 10,000 square-foot Danbury space they’ve now operated since June 2018…. (cont reading)

HAMLET HUB: Ridgefield Playhouse Announces Partnership with Danbury’s Charter Oak Brewing…

The Ridgefield Playhouse is excited to announce a new partnership for 2023. The Charter Oak Brewing Company, a Danbury, CT-based craft beer brewery + taproom will be joining as a Silver Sponsor in 2023…. (cont reading)

The Beverage Journal: Charter Oak Brewing Hosts Pints & Politics

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LIVABILITY: Beloved Beverage

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i95: Danbury’s Charter Oak Brewery is Awesome…

People have been ranting and raving about their positive experiences at Charter Oak Brewery in Danbury for some time now…. (cont reading)

NEWSTIMES: Danbury-area brewers say Lamont’s beer tax break likely to keep prices stable, encourage new jobs

A 17 percent drop in the tax Connecticut slaps on every barrel of beer brewed here will help keep the price of a pint stable and may lead to new taproom jobs, local brewers said…. (cont reading)

BREWBOUND: Charter Oak Brewing Introduced Over 40 New Styles in 2020

 Charter Oak Brewing, located in historic Danbury, Connecticut continues to market new styles including… (cont reading)

BREWBOUND: Charter Oak Adds Little Charter Session IPA to Core Lineup

Charter Oak Brewery and Taproom, located in historic Danbury, CT, announced their newest core beer called Little Charter Session IPA… (cont reading)

TIMES UNION: Connecticut breweries offering ‘grab-and-go’ beer

Many Connecticut breweries are offering beer takeout service. Much like restaurants, which are only offering grab and go meals for takeout, breweries are setting up curbside service… (cont reading)

MEDIACROSSING: Getting Back to Business

P. Scott Vallely, Founder, President and Brewmaster of Charter Oak Brewing Company located in Danbury, CT., told MediaCrossing he misses the “energy level, crowds, and conversations” that once took place inside his brewery’s taproom. (cont reading…)

BREWBOUND: Charter Oak Brewing Continues to Brew, Offers Curbside Pickup and Home Delivery

Although the Corona Virus has resulted in lower distribution sales and nonexistent taproom activity, Charter Oak Brewing was quick to get in front of the challenge with our Grab and Go Curbside service and Ding-Dong-Ditch Delivery service (yep, we ‘dump and run’)…. (Cont reading…)

HamletHub: Charter Oak Brewery Innovates During COVID-19 Crisis, Thrives with Home Delivery of Craft Beer

Charter Oak has innovated during this crisis and has found ourselves selling more package beer, growlers of beer from our vast selection of draft beers, and kegs for the kegerator. In fact, we’ve had to continue our brewing and packaging to keep up with demand….(cont reading)

Crafty People & Things to Do – Charter Oak Brewing – LISTEN!
Monday March 2, 2020 12:00 am to 12:00 am

Listen to our visit with the owner of Charter Oak Brewing in Danbury CT and hear about his fine line of beers and how they came to land in the Hat City…LISTEN TO EPISODE!

News 12 Connecticut: Crafted Local: Charter Oak Brewing

Channel 12 Connecticut came in and filmed a segment – check it out here!

Brewbound: Charter Oak Brewing Announces Founder’s Club Program

Charter Oak Brewing Company, located at 39B Shelter Rock Rd in Danbury, Connecticut has been busy releasing new limited styles, hosting fun events, helping the community and making connections with fellow beer lovers! Check out some of their latest happenings.(cont reading…)

NORWALK HOUR: COOK WITH CRAFT BEER FOR CREATIVE FLAVOR

Cooking is all about flavor.  Adding varied ingredients, spices, and seasoning builds the layers of complex flavor that are the hallmark of the best culinary art. Creative cooks are always eager for new ways to broaden their horizons. (cont reading…)

CT Post: OAKtoBEERfest at Charter Oak Brewing in Danbury 2018

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Hamlet Hub: New Connecticut Brewery Announces Exciting Offerings

After 6 years of brewing, Charter Oak Brewing Company recently opened its doors to the public on June 28, 2018 with a brand new taproom & brewery in Danbury, CT. The state-of-the-art equipment allows Charter Oak to brew fresh, small-batch beers that boasts big taste…. (cont reading)

CT Post: Connecticut brewery unveils new look, flavors

After almost six years of brewing in the Nutmeg State, Charter Oak Brewing is reinventing the wheel for Southwestern Connecticut breweries… (cont reading)

NewsTimes: Charter Oak Brewing opens taproom in Danbury

With an industrial look, communal vibe and 10-tap system pouring beer made only yards away, Charter Oak Brewing has opened its taproom to the public… (cont reading)

NewsTimes: Charter Oak eyes late-May opening in Danbury

Scott Vallely started Charter Oak Brewing Co. in 2011 and has built a successful brand whose IPAs, ales and other beer varieties can be found in about 400 establishments throughout Connecticut…(cont reading) 

BREWBOUND: Charter Oak Opens New Brewery with Taproom

After five years traveling around the Northeast ‘gypsy brewing’ and building our brand, Charter Oak Brewing has chosen Danbury, Connecticut for their permanent headquarters. The 10,000 square-foot facility includes a 20 barrel brewing system as well as a pilot 5 barrel system….(cont reading)

i95: Danbury’s Charter Oak Brewing Co. Opens Brand New Taproom

Hey, craft beer lovers I’ve got another beer drinking destination that’s finally ready for you at 39B Shelter Rock Rd. in Danbury….(cont reading)