Brewery Profile

Oak City Brewing Company

A visitor arriving in Knightdale’s historic downtown encounters Oak City Brewing Company as a neighborhood-scale brewery rather than a large production destination. The tap house operates from a 1920s bungalow, which gives the visit a residential, local frame before any beer is ordered. Its position overlooking adjacent Knightdale Station Park also shapes the setting: the brewery is tied visually and geographically to one of the town’s recognizable public spaces. In Knightdale’s beer scene, that makes Oak City less about a published roster of flagship brands and more about a community taproom model, with small-batch production intended for the immediate area. The experience is rooted in place, with the building, downtown surroundings, and park view doing much of the work of defining the visit.

Travelers exploring breweries in this part of North Carolina often look for stops that show how a town drinks locally, not just what appears on a regional distribution list. Oak City fits that kind of itinerary because its stated focus is local engagement and small-batch brewing. Since specific beer names and permanent flagships are not available from the known information, visitors should approach the tap list as something to check on the day of the visit. That can be part of the appeal for people who prefer taprooms where the current pours reflect a smaller production rhythm. The stop also works for those who like pairing a brewery visit with a look at a downtown district or a nearby civic space, rather than making beer the only reason for the trip.

Practical planning should start with the taproom itself. Confirm current hours, the day’s pours, and any service details directly with Oak City Brewing Company before going, especially because available information does not specify amenities such as food service, outdoor seating policies, events, or accommodations for pets. The known setting is straightforward: a tap house in a 1920s bungalow in historic downtown Knightdale, overlooking Knightdale Station Park. That makes it easy to understand the visit as a compact, place-based stop, but it is still best not to assume details beyond the brewery’s confirmed operations. For many visitors, the most reliable plan is to treat Oak City as a local taproom where the current beer selection, atmosphere, and schedule are best verified at the source.

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616 N First Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545, USA, Knightdale, North Carolina, 27545

Phone: (919) 373-8487

Website: http://oakcitybrewingcompany.com/

Hours: Monday: 3 – 10 pm Tuesday: 3 – 10 pm Wednesday: 3 – 10 pm Thursday: 3 – 10 pm Friday: 3 – 11 pm Saturday: 12 – 11 pm Sunday: 12 – 8 pm

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Run Club Wednesday

    Oct 7, 2026

    Join the Run Club every Wednesday evening for a friendly run starting at 6:30 PM at Oak City Brewing Company.

  • The Tasty Turkey Que

    Oct 8, 2026

    Enjoy delicious food from The Tasty Turkey Que food truck. They will be serving from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

  • Not Just A Fry Guy

    Oct 9, 2026

    The "Not Just A Fry Guy" food truck will be at the brewery. Come enjoy their offerings!

  • Beer Run / Run Club

    Oct 10, 2026

    Oak City Brewing Company’s Beer Run / Run Club meets on Saturdays. Described as “Drinkers with a Running Problem.”

  • 10th Annual Oak and Smoke: Beer, BBQ Rodeo, and Bluegrass Festival

    Oct 10, 2026

    Join Oak City Brewing Company for their 10th annual BBQ festival! There will be a lineup of BBQ food trucks, featured bites, live bluegrass music all day long, and of course cold…

  • 10th Annual Oak & Smoke

    Oct 10, 2026

    The OG of BBQ festivals in Knightdale is back for its 10th year at Oak City! We’re bringing you a lineup of tasty BBQ food trucks, featured bites, live bluegrass music all day lon…

  • Oak & Smoke with live bluegrass music

    Oct 10, 2026

    Oak & Smoke event featuring live bluegrass music.

  • Run Club Saturday

    Oct 10, 2026

    Join the Run Club every Saturday morning for a group run starting at 11:30 AM at Oak City Brewing Company.

  • Farmers Market

    Oct 11, 2026

    Sip and shop at this farmers market with locally grown produce and live music!

  • Waffee Wagon

    Oct 11, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Oak City Brewing Company located?
Oak City Brewing Company is located at 616 N First Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545, USA, Knightdale, North Carolina, 27545. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Oak City Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Monday: 3 – 10 pm Tuesday: 3 – 10 pm Wednesday: 3 – 10 pm Thursday: 3 – 10 pm Friday: 3 – 11 pm Saturday: 12 – 11 pm Sunday: 12 – 8 pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Oak City Brewing Company?
Visit http://oakcitybrewingcompany.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.