Anaheim: The Ultimate Beercation Destination with 18+ Craft Breweries
Founded in 1857 by German immigrants, Anaheim has brewed beer for over 150 years. Home to more than 18 craft breweries, it's a top U.S. destination for beer lovers. Discover why Anaheim is perfect for your beercation and raise a glass to its rich brewing heritage!
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Anaheim Brewery
Opened in 1870, Anaheim Brewery is the city's oldest. After closing for seven decades due to Prohibition, it reopened with classic and new recipes. Sample the Anaheim 1888, inspired by an original, or the Bavarian-style Anaheim Oktoberfest Lager. Enjoy double Oktoberfest celebrations on October 5 and 12, featuring beer, bratwurst, dancing, and live music.
Explore the La Palma Avenue Beer Trail
This six-mile stretch boasts ten breweries offering around 100 beers, from sours and IPAs to porters. Start at The Bruery, the area's oldest, and end at Brewery X, where you can sip a West Coast IPA in their vibrant garden.
Embark on a Beer Crawl in Downtown Anaheim
Ride FRAN for free during your crawl in Center City. Visit Bizen Beer Bar and Promenade Pub on Center Street for local favorites. Game on at Lag Bar with beers and free video games. Head to Anaheim Boulevard for Anaheim Brewery, then the Packing House—a historic citrus packing house turned food hall. Try Iron Press with 24 craft taps and tap takeovers. Discover the hidden speakeasy, The Blind Rabbit, below. People-watch at Hammer Workshop & Bar, or visit Unsung Brewery in the MAKE building with Jav's BBQ.
Cheers to the Home Teams
Tailgate near stadiums with nearby breweries. Pre-game with Mango Cart at Golden Road Brewing Co. or Red Trolley Ale at Karl Strauss. At Angel Stadium, enjoy Saint Archer Mosaic or Modern Times Fortunate Islands. For Honda Center, visit Shock Top Terrace (pass required) or kiosks; cool off with Kona Big Wave Golden Ale during Ducks games.
Magical Brews at Disneyland Resort
At Disneyland® Resort, pair a Mickey pretzel with Karl Strauss Oktoberfest or Ballast Point Grapefruit Sculpin IPA at Bayside Brews in Disney California Adventure® Park. In Downtown Disney® District, visit Ballast Point or Black Tap; try Brooklyn Lager for a New York nod.
Superhero Brews at Unsung Brewery
Unsung Brewing Co. features superhero-themed beers in a comic-book universe. Start with Troglodyte grisette, then Anthia IPA, Propeller Head amber, or Buzzman pilsner. Enjoy the galactic mural tasting room and shared patio with Pali Wine Co.
Earn an 'A' in Beer: Brewery Tours at Towne Park Brew Co.
Join weekend 30-minute tours at Towne Park Brew Co., learning aging, packaging, and warehouse ops. End with tastings of ales or lagers.
Beer and Yoga Sessions
Backstreet Brewery offers Sunday Brewery Yoga ($15 presale/$20 door)—no experience needed. Sip light La Calleja Mexican Lager. Or try Asylum Brewing's Saturday taproom yoga with a hoppy beer.
