Brewery Profile

Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center

In Asheville’s crowded craft beer landscape, this River Arts District campus stands out less as a single-room taproom and more as a mixed-use beer, logistics, and recreation site. Hi-Wire Brewing’s RAD facility combines a distribution center, corporate headquarters, and public beer garden, making it a working part of the company as well as a visitor stop. A guest arriving here finds a large outdoor setting shaped by up-cycled shipping containers and murals painted by local artists, a detail that ties the space to the surrounding arts district. Inside, the taproom adds a more conventional brewery gathering area, but with built-in activities such as ping-pong, air hockey, and arcade games rather than a purely bar-focused setup.

Travelers coming through Asheville often look for brewery stops that can fit into a broader day of neighborhood wandering, art viewing, and casual group activities. This location fits that pattern because it gives visitors more to do than sample a flight or sit at a bar. The beer garden offers flexible outdoor seating, while the indoor games make it useful during less predictable mountain weather. Its River Arts District setting also makes it a logical pause during a day spent exploring studios, murals, and converted industrial spaces. For visitors who like to pair beer with movement, the presence of The Flying Bike on the campus adds another option, with guided e-bike tours using the site as a base for city excursions.

Practical planning should account for the fact that this is a campus with several parts, not just a taproom counter. The public beer garden and indoor taproom are the main brewery-facing areas, and the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours. Next door, the Ace & Eagle social sports club expands the visit with three dedicated pickleball courts, several golf simulators, and billiards access, though travelers should check directly for availability or any reservation requirements. Because the site also houses Hi-Wire’s distribution operations and corporate offices, not every part of the facility is visitor-oriented. For most guests, the appeal is the combination of outdoor space, indoor games, beer service, and nearby activity options in one River Arts District stop.

Hi-Wire Brewing's River Arts District (RAD) facility in Asheville, North Carolina, functions as a combined distribution center, corporate headquarters, and public-facing beer garden. This large campus integrates the company's logistical operations with a public venue designed around the neighborhood's artistic character. The outdoor beer garden utilizes up-cycled shipping containers adorned with murals painted by local artists, providing varied seating options. Inside, the taproom features recreational amenities, including ping-pong tables, air hockey, and arcade games. Expanding the entertainment offerings, the adjacent Ace & Eagle social sports club provides three dedicated pickleball courts, several golf simulators, and billiards access. Furthermore, the campus serves as the base of operations for The Flying Bike, an e-bike tour company offering guided city excursions. This location represents Hi-Wire's third Asheville outpost, centralizing its distribution network while offering extensive recreational facilities within the RAD community.

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284 Lyman St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801

Phone: 828-738-2454

Website: https://hiwirebrewing.com/rad-beer-garden-asheville/

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 12pm – 9pm Friday & Saturday: 12pm – 10pm Sunday: 12PM – 9pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center.

Beer Styles at Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center

Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Lager, Citrus Ale, and Stout. 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.

  • WNC Farmers Market

    Oct 8, 2026

    Year round open air market serving seasonal fruits and vegetables, sourwood honey, and farm-fresh staples alongside mountain crafts, plants, and artisan vendors in a bustling comm…

  • Asheville City Winter Market

    Oct 10, 2026

    Bustling indoor market at 52 North Market Street highlighting local makers, artisan foods, and community vendors; seasonal produce, handmade goods and small batch gifts create a n…

  • Mars Hill Farmers & Artisans Market

    Oct 10, 2026

    A producer-only tailgate market on the Mars Hill University campus with farm-fresh produce, herbs, cheeses, meats, eggs, baked goods, honey, and body care. Weekly Saturday shoppin…

  • RAD Music Bingo

    Oct 12, 2026

    Beer-soaked music bingo where you use a charged phone to identify songs and mark your card until you hit bingo. High-energy beer garden hang with prizes and a playful game-night v…

  • DumbAshe Trivia Night

    Oct 13, 2026

    Join us for weekly trivia hosted by DumbAshe Trivia.

  • RAD Weekly Trivia

    Oct 13, 2026

    Seven rounds of fast paced team based trivia in a lively beer garden atmosphere; weekly competition with prizes for the top three teams and a six person team limit, suited to casu…

  • RAD Farmers Market

    Oct 13, 2026

    Community focused weekly market at New Belgium Brewing’s brewery patio with farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, flowers, and handmade crafts; SNAP, Double SNAP, and…

  • River Arts District Farmers Market

    Oct 13, 2026

    Over 30 small farmers, makers, and local businesses set up at New Belgium Brewing each week from 3–6pm, selling fresh produce and artisanal goods in a lively brewery patio communi…

  • Weaverville Tailgate Market

    Oct 13, 2026

    Early evening tailgate market with stalls of fresh, locally grown produce, grass fed beef, pasture raised eggs, farmhouse cheeses, baked goods, eclectic handmade goods, and garden…

  • Board Game Night

    Oct 13, 2026

    Casual board game hangout with a shared library of tabletop favorites plus space to break out your own games. Laid-back beer garden setting geared toward easy conversation, drop-i…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center located?
Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center is located at 284 Lyman St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center's hours?
Current hours are: Monday-Thursday: 12pm – 9pm Friday & Saturday: 12pm – 10pm Sunday: 12PM – 9pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center?
Visit https://hiwirebrewing.com/rad-beer-garden-asheville/ 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.