Mark and I have been to Magic Hat a few times, the most recent being this past Friday, in 2013. It is located in South Burlington, Vermont. If you haven’t been to Magic Hat before, it is a sight to be seen outside. Magic Hat considers the brewery to be an “Artifactory.” When you enter, you can take a tour if you wish (we haven’t in all the time we have gone), shop through their merchandise, or go to their Growler Bar. Their Growler Bar is changing all the time, featuring year round beers, as well as seasonal beers, experimental tastings and some that are only available in that area.
Recently, they have started to limit how many samples people have by placing a card in front of each consumer. You are allowed four stamps/check marks/beers. BUT- it is free!
Like other free stuff? Check in on four square. First check in will earn you a free bumper sticker. Ten check ins will earn you a free pint glass.
Free Pint Glass with $30 purchase
Artifactory Hours:
SUMMER (Memorial Day to Columbus Day):
Monday – Saturday: 10am to 7pm
Sunday: Noon to 5pm
WINTER (Columbus Day to Memorial Day):
Monday – Thursday: 10am to 6pm
Friday – Saturday: 10am to 7pm
Sunday: Noon to 5pm
Holiday Hours:
Thanksgiving: Closed Christmas Eve: Close at 4pm Christmas Day: Closed New Year’s Eve: Close at 5pm New Year’s Day: Closed Easter: Closed 4th of July: Close at 4pm
Free Guided Tours:
The tour ramp is open for free guided and self-guided tours, and you are invited and encouraged to come by and take one! No reservations needed, although if you have a giant group (15-20), please call ahead so we can accommodate everyone. Self-guided tours may be taken anytime during normal Artifactory hours.
SUMMER TOURS:
Tuesday and Wednesday: 3, 4pm
Thursday-Friday: 2, 3, 4, 5pm
Saturday: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5pm
Sunday: 2:00, 3:00pm
WINTER TOURS:
Thursday – Friday: 3, 4, 5pm
Saturday: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5pm
Sunday: 1:30pm