Here are the elite stadiums in the US, acknowledging the fact – beer and sports go hand in hand.
We believe it was destined for beer and sports to be aligned together, representing symbiotic synchrony that works to perfection. You might have seen beer used as an expression in sports stadiums, whether it is the anguish of fans watching their team lose or over-the-top beer bath celebrations. Whatever the case might be, there is no denying the importance both have in raising the bar during match days. Beer does the trick like no other beverage to spike adrenaline for chanting glory anthems, bringing the supporters closer to their team.
With over 100 professional sporting arenas in the US serving craft brews, we bring to you a list of standouts that are penetrating two industries at once with the flick of their taps.
Mercedes Benz Stadium (Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United)
Home to the pride teams of Atlanta, the Mercedes Benz Stadium catches the eye of those who like the look of a well-designed piece of architecture. The Atlanta Pale Ale from Wild Haven is a popular pick at the stadium (priced at $5) along with local favorites like Terrapin, Sweetwater, Jekyll, and Creature Comforts. With a capacity to house more than 70,000 spectators, it is the epitome of how modern stadiums should be switching from one sport to another and one beer to the next. Try the Rowdy and Proud IPA from Three Taverns, a brew crafted specifically for fans cheering Atlanta United in the MLS.
Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse (Cleveland Cavaliers)
Always loaded up on beer options and an enthralling atmosphere, Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse is where the Cavs get to business. From providing some of the lowest-priced brews in the NBA to making them available via seat serving, this is one of the best beer and sports experiences you can get in the country. Ohio has a strong beer game and if you wish to see it for yourself, grab a seat at one of its powerhouses in Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. Saucy Brew Works is the official partner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, introducing the Golden Season brew to celebrate 50 years of the team in the NBA.
Coors Field (Colorado Rockies)
Located in the Lower Downtown area of Denver, Coors Field stands tall with its beer history that dates back to 1995 with Sandlot Brewery. It is by no means an easy task to keep more than 50,000 Colorado Rockies supporters engulfed in a baseball game with an array of beer choices. You will find domestic and local brew brands such as Blue Moon, Odell, Upslope Brewing, and Colorado Native lighting up the stands with different shades of golden. To find a Coors in the Coors Field is a no-brainer but that doesn’t mean you don’t get to evaluate your options. The cheapest pint of beer will cost you about $9 but with that also comes a phenomenal view from the decks.
Gillette Stadium (New England Patriots)
As Robert Kraft aims to bring the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Gillette Stadium, the 65,000 capacity arena pumps reasonably priced beers to the attendance in the meantime. Smuttynose, Mayflower, Harpoon, Lord Hobo, Allagash, Shipyard, Berkshire, and Two Roads are some craft beer brands that have made homage into the playground of the Patriots. Whether you support the team or not, this is the place to find beers flying around in the NFL.
Miller Park (Milwaukee Brewers)
We expect some good quality brews from the Brewers that play in the MLB and they make certain to deliver. Famous for dispensing Rare Glarus beers such as Spotted Cow and Moon Man APA that are found only in Wisconsin, Miller Park is a stadium worth visiting just for its beer. No offense to the Milwaukee Brewers. Some local beers that are available at the stadium include City Lights, Titletown, Mobcraft, Central Waters, Raised Grain, and One Barrel. The price range starts from $5 for a can, extending uptill $15.
Great American Ballpark (Cincinnati Reds)
They call themselves the Reds Country because that’s where Cincinnati Reds play some whacking baseball matches. With 60 beer taps placed on an 85-foot long bar, Great American Ballpark opened its doors to the public in 2003, replacing the previous home ground of the team. The historic Hudy Delight is a must-try light lager that has been restored by Christian Moerlein Brewing Company, earlier brewed by Huderolph in the 1880s. Look for local favorites on the elusive bar counter such as the Taft’s Ale House, Mad Tree, and 50 West while you arrive at the stadium bathing in red.
Lumen Field (Seattle Sounders and Seattle Seahawks)
A multi-purpose stadium in Washington, Lumen Field comes to life with two Seattle teams. Whether the Sounders are playing in MLS or the Seahawks tearing apart the NFL, the stadium commands its beer game with the best local brews like Redhook, Bale Breaker, 7 Seas, Pyramid, Georgetown, Elysian, and Fremont that are available in the bars throughout the city. The rocking stadium erupts with Seattle supporters driving their teams to victory, and we think that beers play a role in elevating the noise levels.
BB&T Center (Florida Panthers)
The beer space at BB&T Center has grown significantly in recent years, with the NHL big cats Florida Panthers signing a deal with Funky Buddha who has set up a 12 tap beer section in the stadium. If that isn’t enough for you, don’t worry, because there is a separate section devoted towards local craft breweries so the arena never runs out on the hops.
Petco Park (San Diego Padres)
With over 90 craft beer brands in the offering, Petco Park is no joke when it comes to storing beer varieties. Head to the second level where you will find Craft Pier and Ballast Point beer garden to sit back and gulp down on the liquid. But if you are there to support the San Diego Padres then don’t miss out on the San Diego Pale Ale from Alesmith Brewing Company which qualifies to be the official drink of the team.
Mapfre Stadium (Columbus Crew)
Soccer and beer are a match made in heaven. Columbus Crew basks in ‘Glory’, their official drink crafted by Land Grant Brewing Company. Not exactly a biggie in terms of attendance, Mapfre Stadium made the cut because of the bonding communal hubs in the city that have been integral in gluing the supporters together. And, with locals like Rhinegeist, Great Lakes, Platform Beer Company, and Saucy Brew Works, the stadium is the communal gathering ground that celebrates togetherness with soccer and beer. If you want to be a part of a beer family, Columbus is the place to be.
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