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.

  • Red, White & Brew: Fourth on the Patio

    Jul 4, 2026

    Fourth of July patio celebration featuring live music. Listed as “Red, White & Brew: Fourth on the Patio.”

  • 4th of July Hours: 11 AM – 8 PM

    Jul 4, 2026

    Oak City Brewing Company will have special 4th of July hours from 11 AM to 8 PM.

  • Beer Run / Run Club

    Jul 4, 2026

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

  • The Flat Drum

    Jul 4, 2026

    The Flat Drum food truck will be at Oak City Brewing Company.

  • Red, White & Brews

    Jul 4, 2026

    Spend Fourth of July afternoon on the patio with live music from Jared Place & Jeffrey Kriz, food from The Flat Drum, cold beers, and patio hangs. Oak City will be closing early f…

  • Run Club Saturday

    Jul 4, 2026

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

  • Food Trucks

    Jul 4, 2026

    Food truck event listed on Oak City Brewing Company’s food-trucks calendar. No specific truck name or time was provided in the page content.

  • Copperheads Burgers

    Jul 5, 2026

    Copperheads Burgers food truck will be at Oak City Brewing Company.

  • Tombachi

    Jul 7, 2026

    Tombachi food truck will be at Oak City Brewing Company.

  • Tuesday is Pint Night

    Jul 7, 2026

    Enjoy $1 off all pints every Tuesday night at the brewery.

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.