Brewery Profile
Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest
For drinkers exploring the beer scene north of Raleigh, Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest offers a local taproom tied directly to production rather than a storefront-only tasting room. A visitor walking in should expect a working brewery setting with a dedicated area for on-site pours and growler fills. Its role is local and regional: it serves Wake Forest residents while also fitting into the broader Triangle craft beer network. Because distribution is primarily regional within the Triangle, the taproom gives visitors a more direct look at what the brewery is currently making than they might get from a retail shelf or draft account elsewhere.
Travelers in this part of North Carolina often build brewery stops around variety, freshness, and a sense of how each community participates in the Triangle’s beer culture. A stop here fits that pattern by offering access to a portfolio of beverages made with an emphasis on quality and craft production methods. Specific beer names and styles should be confirmed at the bar, since the available pours may vary by day. For visitors moving between Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the surrounding towns, Wake Forest can be a practical northern stop that adds a different community context to a Triangle brewery itinerary.
The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, ask what is available for on-site consumption, and see what can be taken away in a growler. No assumptions should be made about food service, entertainment, outdoor seating, or other extras unless the brewery has posted current details, so checking hours and taproom information before visiting is sensible. The main known visitor amenities are the tasting area and growler-fill option, both connected to the production facility. For someone seeking a straightforward brewery visit in Wake Forest, Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest functions as a local taproom with regional reach and a focus on its own beverage production.
Fortnight Brewing operates a production facility and taproom located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, serving the local community north of Raleigh. The brewery focuses on producing a portfolio of beverages, emphasizing quality and craft production methods. Distribution is primarily regional within the Triangle area of North Carolina. The facility includes a dedicated tasting area for on-site consumption and growler fills.
Website available
1894 S Franklin St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA, Wake Forest, North Carolina, 27587
Phone: 919-342-6604
Website: http://www.fortnightbrewing.com/
Hours: Mon - Thu: 3pm - 9pm, Fri: 12pm - 10pm, Sat: 12pm - 9pm, Sun: 12pm - 8pm
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest.
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DRIVEN LIKE THE SNOW ALE
ALE
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JAM ROLY POLY ALE
ALE
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SPOTTED DICK ALE
ALE
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PEACEFUL OASIS IPA
IPA
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EVERY DAY IS HALLOWEEN ALE
ALE
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BRING DA RUCKUS IPA
IPA
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I REMEMBER NOTHING ALE
ALE
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BEST BEHAVIOR ALE
ALE
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ARE FRIENDS ELECTRIC ALE
ALE
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IN THE HAZE IPA
IPA
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BEAT RED ALE
ALE
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T.O.S.S.
CORE
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BLANK COAST ALE
ALE
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MASH PIT
CORE
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VINTAGE ALE
ALE
Beer Styles at Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest
Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes ALE, IPA, and CORE. 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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Music Bingo
Oct 7, 2026
Join the fun Music Bingo from 7-9pm every Thursday night.
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50% off select bourbon
Oct 8, 2026
Enjoy 50% off select bourbon every Thursday at Fortnight Brewing, Wake Forest.
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Melty Food Truck
Oct 8, 2026
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MoMoMandu Food Truck
Oct 9, 2026
Delicious MoMoMandu food truck available Fridays from 5-9pm.
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Bon Fritay Haitian Food Truck
Oct 10, 2026
Haitian food served by Bon Fritay food truck on Saturday from 2-9pm.
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Merkato Cafe Ethiopian Food Truck
Oct 10, 2026
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Free Live Music: JT Parrothead
Oct 10, 2026
Enjoy free live music from JT Parrothead as part of Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest's Saturday series.
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Beer & Hymns
Oct 10, 2026
Enjoy a community sing-along at Beer & Hymns night from 7-8pm on Sunday.
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Barebaked Pizza Food Truck
Oct 11, 2026
Enjoy Barebaked Pizza food truck on Sundays from 12pm to 7pm.
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Arepa Culture Food Truck
Oct 11, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest located?
- Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest is located at 1894 S Franklin St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA, Wake Forest, North Carolina, 27587. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest's hours?
- Current hours are: Mon - Thu: 3pm - 9pm, Fri: 12pm - 10pm, Sat: 12pm - 9pm, Sun: 12pm - 8pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest?
- Visit http://www.fortnightbrewing.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.