Brewery Profile
Elation Brewing
In Norfolk’s craft beer landscape, this brewery presents itself as a neighborhood-focused stop rather than a large production destination. Opened in the mid-2010s, it operates with a taproom that reflects its connection to the local community, including design choices and beer naming conventions tied to its surroundings. A visitor walking in should expect the taproom to be the central experience: a place to see what is currently pouring, settle into the indoor seating area, and get a sense of how the brewery situates itself within Norfolk. Its size and local distribution model keep the emphasis close to home, with beer made for the on-site bar and for limited availability around Hampton Roads.
Travelers exploring breweries in this part of Virginia often look for range: a hop-forward option, something crisp and lager-focused, and at least one darker beer for a slower-paced stop. Elation’s rotating portfolio fits that pattern, with IPAs, lagers, stouts, and other styles appearing as part of its regular brewing program. Several offerings have received regional recognition and awards for quality, though the best way to approach a visit is not to arrive expecting a fixed lineup. The rotation is part of the appeal, especially for visitors who prefer to compare styles across multiple breweries in Norfolk and the broader Hampton Roads area.
The brewery uses a 15-barrel brewing system, supplying both the taproom and limited local distribution, so the taproom remains the most reliable place to confirm the day’s pours. Seating is available indoors, and an outdoor patio gives visitors another option when the weather suits it. Since specific details such as food service, events, or current hours are not part of the available information here, those should be checked directly before making plans. For a traveler building a Norfolk brewery itinerary, the practical draw is straightforward: a community-oriented taproom, a rotating beer list with multiple styles, and a setting designed to connect with its surrounding neighborhood.
Elation Brewing operates in Norfolk, Virginia, maintaining a strong connection to the local community, which is reflected in the design of the taproom and the naming conventions used for their rotating beer portfolio. The brewery focuses on producing a diverse range of styles, including IPAs, lagers, and stouts, with several of their offerings having received regional recognition and awards for quality. Opened in the mid-2010s, Elation utilizes a 15-barrel brewing system to supply both the on-site taproom and limited distribution within the surrounding Hampton Roads area. The facility includes a dedicated indoor seating area and an outdoor patio space designed to integrate with the surrounding neighborhood environment.
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Norfolk, Virginia, 23508
Phone: 7574696020
Website: https://elation.beer/
Hours: W 11/26 :: Friendsgiving Party with @wardspocketmusic & @doodlefesting and we're staying open until at least 10pm to celebrate life with everyone 🍻 Th 11/27 :: CLOSED (@voyagercoffeeshop too) F 11/28 :: Open Regular Hours (@voyagercoffeeshop too) Sa 11/29 :: The Nor-FOLK Festival ALL DAY LONG!
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Elation Brewing.
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Cease & DeSwift Nitro Stout
Nitro Stout
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Rufus Rye
Rye Lager
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Sleep On It, Always
Baltic Porter
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PAX
Belgian Singel
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Gratitude
Pomegranate Sour
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Schwaz
Schwarzbier
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Larchmont Lager
German Pilsner
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Notice This
West Coast IPA
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Riverpoint Red
Red Ale
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Highland Park Hazy
Hazy IPA
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Otter Lager
Lager
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Tiger Trail Ale
Red Ale
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Cease & DeSwift
Nitro Stout
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Rufus Rye
Rye Lager
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Sleep On It, Always
Baltic Porter
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PAX
Belgian Singel
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Gratitude
Pomegranate Sour
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Festbier
Festbier
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Schwaz
Schwarzbier
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Mississippi Hefe Step
Hefeweizen
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Larchmont Lager
German Pilsner
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Notice This
West Coast IPA
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Riverpoint Red
Red Ale
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Highland Park Hazy
Hazy IPA
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Otter Lager
Lager
Beer Styles at Elation Brewing
Elation Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Nitro Stout, Rye Lager, Baltic Porter, Belgian Singel, Pomegranate Sour, Schwarzbier, German Pilsner, West Coast IPA, Red Ale, Hazy IPA, Lager, and Festbier. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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BREWER'S BREAKFAST
Jul 3, 2026
Enjoy bacon, ham, or pastrami served with grits available every day from 12-3pm.
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Electro-Slushies
Jul 4, 2026
Non-alcoholic slushies with electrolytes tap every Saturday morning, with weekly changing flavors. Available while supplies last.
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Non-Alcoholic Slushies Tapping
Jul 4, 2026
Elation will tap weekly flavors of non-alcoholic slushies with electrolytes on Saturday morning. Flavors change weekly and are available while supplies last.
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July 4 Taproom Hours
Jul 4, 2026
The taproom will be open for full service from noon until 8:30pm. Last food orders are at 8:00pm and last call for drinks is at 8:15pm.
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SPECIAL HOURS
Jul 4, 2026
The taproom will be open for full service from noon until 8:30pm on July 4. Last food orders are at 8pm and last call for drinks is at 8:15pm.
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Taproom Holiday Hours
Jul 4, 2026
The taproom will be open for full service from noon until 8:30pm. Last food orders are at 8:00pm and last call for drinks is at 8:15pm.
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Non-Alcoholic Slushies with Electrolytes
Jul 4, 2026
Elation will tap weekly non-alcoholic slushies with electrolytes on Saturday morning. Flavors change weekly and are available while supplies last.
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GUMPTION Session Hazy IPA $6 Pint Special
Jul 4, 2026
Elation is offering pints of GUMPTION Session Hazy IPA for $6 while supplies last, with crowlers available to-go. This appears as a taproom beer special across multiple listed dat…
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Voyager Coffee Available in Taproom
Jul 4, 2026
Voyager Coffee now served in the taproom daily from 7am to 4pm during coffee shop expansion.
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Breakfast Sandwiches & Burritos
Jul 4, 2026
Breakfast Sandwiches & Burritos served by your favorite baristas from 7 am-11:30 am Wednesday through Sunday, paired excellently with house-made nitro cold brew coffee.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Elation Brewing located?
- Elation Brewing is located at Norfolk, Virginia, 23508. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Elation Brewing's hours?
- Current hours are: W 11/26 :: Friendsgiving Party with @wardspocketmusic & @doodlefesting and we're staying open until at least 10pm to celebrate life with everyone 🍻 Th 11/27 :: CLOSED (@voyagercoffeeshop too) F 11/28 :: Open Regular Hours (@voyagercoffeeshop too) Sa 11/29 :: The Nor-FOLK Festival ALL DAY LONG!. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Elation Brewing?
- Visit https://elation.beer/ 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.