Brewery Profile

Elm Creek Brewing Co.

For a visitor looking at Champlin through its beer options, Elm Creek Brewing Co. functions as a local production brewery with a public taproom rather than just a packaged-beer label on a shelf. The brewery is part of the city’s everyday craft beer landscape, serving beer made for local consumption and giving residents and travelers a place to try current pours at the source. Walking in, the main point of the visit is the taproom: checking what is on draft, choosing a pour, and settling in for a casual stop. Because the brewery frequently hosts live music, the atmosphere can vary depending on the day, shifting from a straightforward beer visit to an evening built around a performance.

Travelers in the Twin Cities region often look for taprooms that can fit into a flexible day of suburban stops, outdoor plans, or informal meetups. A brewery like this fits that pattern because it offers a range of beer styles without requiring the structure of a full restaurant visit. The available beers should be treated as a day-of discovery rather than assumed in advance; the taproom is the reliable place to confirm what styles are being poured. For visitors who enjoy comparing different kinds of craft beer, that range is the main draw. For others, the appeal may be the combination of a local pint, live music when scheduled, and the chance to spend time in Champlin rather than making the brewery visit only about a larger metro destination.

Practical planning is simple but worth doing before arrival. Elm Creek Brewing Co. does not rely on an in-house kitchen; food service is provided by rotating local food trucks, so the food option can change from visit to visit. Anyone planning dinner around the stop should check the brewery’s current food truck schedule or be prepared for the possibility that offerings differ by day. The same applies to entertainment: live music is a frequent feature, but the specific performer and timing should be confirmed through the taproom’s current listings. Since details such as the day’s pours, food truck, and event schedule can change, the taproom is the place to confirm the most current information before ordering or making plans around the visit.

Elm Creek Brewing Co. was established in Champlin, Minnesota, focusing on the production of various styles of beer for local consumption. The brewery operates a taproom that frequently hosts live music events for patrons. Food service is provided through rotating local food trucks rather than an in-house kitchen.

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11469 Marketplace Dr N, Champlin, MN 55316, USA, Champlin, Minnesota, 55316

Phone: (763) 208-3623

Website: https://www.elmcreekbrewing.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM"]

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Elm Creek Brewing Co..

Beer Styles at Elm Creek Brewing Co.

Elm Creek Brewing Co. brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Brown Ale, and German Lager. 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.

  • Trivia Night

    Sep 15, 2026

    Weekly trivia night at Elm Creek Brewing where teams compete for prizes. Event runs from 7 PM to 8 PM every Wednesday.

  • FREE Meat Raffle

    Sep 16, 2026

    Weekly Thursday meat raffle event with free entry. Come enjoy beers and win prizes from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

  • Blood Drive at Elm Creek Brewing Co.

    Sep 18, 2026

    Register to donate blood with the Memorial Blood Mobile! Each registered donor will also receive a FREE pint token for a beverage at ECBC!

  • FREE Comedy at The Creek

    Sep 18, 2026

    Enjoy free comedy at the taproom. This event is 21+ and offers $1 off beers during the show!

  • Oktoberfest Puptoberfest

    Sep 19, 2026

    A full day of festivities for Oktoberfest including free yoga, pet grooming, an adoption event, puppy cuddling, a brat meat raffle, stein holding, a hot dog eating contest, live m…

  • Free Yoga at The Creek

    Sep 19, 2026

    Get your weekend flowing with a FREE one hour Vinyasa Style yoga class! Bring your own mat and enjoy the crisp fall air on our back lawn. All ages and levels are welcome, with cof…

  • Twin Cities Vintage FLEA MARKET

    Sep 20, 2026

    Step into the world of vintage at Twin Cities Vintage Flea, a pop-up market hosted by the team behind Totally Rad Vintage Fest. Explore a curated selection of vintage clothing, ac…

  • SEEK Sunday

    Sep 20, 2026

    A weekly Sunday event at the brewery featuring unique beer selections and community giveaways. Enjoy the special atmosphere from noon to 8 PM.

  • CLOSED ALL DAY

    Sep 26, 2026

    Elm Creek Brewing Co. will be closed all day for an unspecified reason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Elm Creek Brewing Co. located?
Elm Creek Brewing Co. is located at 11469 Marketplace Dr N, Champlin, MN 55316, USA, Champlin, Minnesota, 55316. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Elm Creek Brewing Co.'s hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Elm Creek Brewing Co.?
Visit https://www.elmcreekbrewing.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.