Metropolitan Beer Trail

April 4 – December 31

The Metropolitan Beer Trail is Live!

Hop around the trail, enjoy the outdoors, and experience all that the Metropolitan Branch Trail has to offer.

WASHINGTON DC’S ULTIMATE BEER EXPERIENCE

Hop Around from April 4 – December 31

When you want the best craft beer adventure in the nation’s capital, you hit the Metropolitan Beer Trail. It’s that simple. Welcome to DC’s largest ale trail, each of the 12 locations on the Trail is walkable or bikeable from the Metropolitan Branch Trail, stretching from Union Station through NoMa, Eckington, & Brookland. The beer journey you’ve been dreaming about—where local flavor meets urban adventure. Discover the bold brews, the innovative craft, and the unbeatable energy of DC’s brewery scene. From hoppy IPAs to smooth lagers, every stop brings a new taste, a new vibe, and a new reason to raise your glass.

2025 Metropolitan Beer Trail Bars & Breweries

Discover DC’s most popular bars and breweries along the Metropolitan Branch Trail. Click through to learn more about the 12 participating locations.

STAY RESPONSIBLE

Our breweries and bars are committed to responsibility, community, and sustainability. Along the Metropolitan Beer Trail, we promote safe and mindful enjoyment at every stop, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive experience for all. As DC’s craft beer scene continues to grow, we strive to support local businesses, protect our shared spaces, and foster a culture of respect—on and off the trail.

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Sponsor an Event

The NoMa BID, voted one of DC’s best BIDs by readers of the Washington City Paper, brings a variety of exciting events, art installations, and programming to the community each year. In 2024, our events helped to attract 50,000+ people to the neighborhood. Learn how you can increase your brand awareness with a custom sponsorship package by contacting Remi Wallace, Senior Manager of Events & Partnerships.

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