Brewery Profile

Appalachian Brewing Company

In downtown Harrisburg’s beer landscape, this is the long-running brewpub most closely associated with the city’s modern craft era. Established in 1997, Appalachian Brewing Company operates from a completely restored 100-year-old building that serves as both its original pub and its primary production and retail site. A visitor walking in should expect a working brewery setting rather than a small tasting counter only: the scale of the place is part of its identity, and it has been described as one of America’s largest brewpubs. The building itself is a major part of the visit, giving the stop a sense of Harrisburg history without separating it from present-day brewing activity.

Travelers moving through central Pennsylvania often look for beer stops that connect a city visit with something tangible: an older industrial-style space, an active brewhouse, and a place to sample what is being made on site. This brewery fits that pattern because it is not just a brand address but the original downtown operation. Specific beer names and current styles should be checked directly with the brewery, since taps can change and the known public details do not define a fixed lineup. For visitors who are less focused on alcohol, Appalachian Brewing Company also has a related angle in the region: its Mechanicsburg facility concentrates on bottling non-alcoholic craft sodas, broadening the visit beyond a conventional beer-only stop.

For planning, treat the Harrisburg pub as the central brewery visit and the taproom as the place to confirm the day’s pours, hours, and any current visitor policies. The Mechanicsburg site is separate and is known for guided tours of the soda bottling process, including an option for visitors to take part in formulating and bottling custom soda flavors. Anyone interested in that experience should verify scheduling before going, since tour availability is the kind of detail that can change. Together, the downtown Harrisburg brewpub and the Mechanicsburg soda facility give travelers two different ways to understand Appalachian Brewing Company: one through its original production-and-pub setting, the other through a hands-on look at non-alcoholic bottling.

One of America’s largest brewpubs, Appalachian Brewing Company (ABC) was established in 1997 in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The original brewery and pub occupy a completely restored 100-year-old building, functioning as the company's primary production and retail site. ABC also operates a secondary facility in Mechanicsburg, which focuses on bottling non-alcoholic craft sodas. This Mechanicsburg location provides guided tours of the bottling process, allowing visitors to participate in formulating and bottling their own custom soda flavors.

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50 N Cameron St, Harrisburg, PA 17101, USA, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17101

Phone: (717) 221-1080

Website: http://www.abcbrew.com/

Hours: Tours Run Saturday & Sunday at 1 PM. Private Scheduled Tours are Available.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Soda Bottling Facility Guided Tour

    Jul 4, 2026

    Appalachian Brewing Company offers an interactive, educational soda bottling tour where you create your own soda and take two bottles home.

  • SodaWorks Guided Tour

    Jul 4, 2026

    Guided tour of Appalachian Brewing Company of Mechanicsburg's soda bottling facility. After the tour, guests create their own soda and take two bottles home; advance reservation b…

  • Tuesday Trivia at ABC Lititz copy

    Jul 7, 2026

    Join us every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm for Thirsty for Knowledge Trivia! There will be four rounds with ABC gift cards for the final top teams! No pre-registration required. Come b…

  • Trivia Thursday - Mechanicsburg

    Jul 8, 2026

    Pull up a stool and join CNP for a game of great trivia at Appalachian Brewing Company in Mechanicsburg every Thursday night from 7pm to 9pm! Our general trivia game includes hist…

  • Brews & BBQ

    Jul 10, 2026

    Fire up your appetite for Brews & BBQ, a 2-week limited-time menu packed with BBQ-inspired food specials and perfectly paired ABC beers. From smoky favorites to bold brews, it’s t…

  • MikelParis of O.A.R. Live at The Abbey Bar w/ Suzi Brown

    Jul 10, 2026

    Live show featuring MikelParis of O.A.R. with Suzi Brown at The Abbey Bar in Harrisburg, PA. A must-see event for fans.

  • Songwriter Showcase at The Abbey Bar

    Jul 17, 2026

    Enjoy a special Songwriter Showcase at The Abbey Bar in Harrisburg, PA, featuring talented artists and original music.

  • Emo Night! at The Abbey Bar | July 24 | Harrisburg PA

    Jul 24, 2026

    Emo Night event at The Abbey Bar at ABC in Harrisburg, PA. Tickets are available through The Ticketing Co.

  • Grateful For Biggie at The Abbey Bar

    Jul 31, 2026

    A tribute event, Grateful For Biggie performs live at The Abbey Bar in Harrisburg, PA. Celebrate great music and memories.

  • Cordovas at The Abbey Bar | Harrisburg PA

    Aug 1, 2026

    Live music event featuring Cordovas at The Abbey Bar at ABC in Harrisburg, PA. Tickets are available through The Ticketing Co.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Appalachian Brewing Company located?
Appalachian Brewing Company is located at 50 N Cameron St, Harrisburg, PA 17101, USA, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17101. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Appalachian Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Tours Run Saturday & Sunday at 1 PM. Private Scheduled Tours are Available.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Appalachian Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.abcbrew.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.