Events
(All events take place at our main taproom, 1701 Gent, unless otherwise noted!)
Tuesday Night Trivia at 46th St.!
Tuesday September 8th
Join us for a neighborhood game of trivia every Tuesday at our 46th Street Taproom!
It's hosted by Hambone's and free to play. Start time is 7:30pm, we suggest arriving early to grab a seat and beer. Winners get Guggman gift cards!
LOCATION: 4601 N. College Ave.
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday Night Trivia!
Wednesday September 9th
Every Wednesday
Join us for trivia with Hambone's every Wednesday night at our main taproom! We play in all spaces - the taproom, Boyle Garage, Festhall and outside (weather dependent). It's one of the largest games in the city.
Start time: 7:30pm
Free to Play
Win Guggman Gift Cards
All ages welcome
Hosted by Hambone's Trivia
1701 Gent Ave. - free, easy parking
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday Night Music Series: Steve Kennan
Friday September 11th
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Live music at 46th St.: Steve Kennan!
Saturday September 12th
Join us for live music at our 46th St. taproom with Steve Kennan! Free, all ages. Grab a pint or flight, sandwich and enjoy some tunes.
LOCATION: 4601 N. COLLEGE AVE.
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Competitive Puzzling
Sunday September 13th
Join us for an afternoon of competitive puzzling with the Flying Purple Puzzle People!
- 500 piece puzzles
- Teams of 1-4 people
- Prize for first place & a draw amongst all who finish in regulation for "2nd" ($80 each prize)
- $50 entry fee
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Boats & Brews: September
Sunday September 13th
Come paddle with us! Guggman Haus & Frank's Paddlesports Livery, both located in the heart of the Riverside neighborhood here in Indianapolis, have partnered to bring you Boats & Brews for the 2026 season!
Join us on the following Sundays: Sept 13th | Oct 25th
SEPT. 13TH IS SOLD OUT, BUT WE'RE ALSO RUNNING SEPT. 6TH!
You’ll meet at Guggman’s main taproom (1701 Gent Ave.) and the Frank’s team will shuttle us up the White River where we'll canoe or kayak back down - and then we'll get shuttled back to Guggman.
Included in the purchase is a 4-pack of beer (one per boat rental) and a koozie for your ride! See what it's all about:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDPr1IW9leE&t=1s
**Pre-purchased tickets are required, and this event is always weather dependent. For more details and to book, visit here:
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday Night Trivia at 46th St.!
Tuesday September 15th
Every Tuesday
Join us for a neighborhood game of trivia every Tuesday at our 46th Street Taproom!
It's hosted by Hambone's and free to play. Start time is 7:30pm, we suggest arriving early to grab a seat and beer. Winners get Guggman gift cards!
LOCATION: 4601 N. College Ave.
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Oktoberfest at Guggman
Wednesday September 16th
Runs until Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
It's almost time to raise a stein! Join us for our annual celebration of Oktoberfest with German beer releases, live music and a celebratory atmosphere in our Taproom, Festhall & Beer Garden!
We’re starting the festivities on Wednesday, September 16th and celebrating through Sunday, September 20th.
FREE TO ATTEND, ALL-AGES
Our kitchen is open every day with some Oktoberfest favs! New this year - we're trying Radler Slushies!
HERE'S WHAT WE HAVE PLANNED SO FAR:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH:
All Oktoberfest beers are tapped!
7:30PM: Oktoberfest Themed Trivia
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH:
7-9PM: Live Music w/Squirrel Butter
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH:
6-9PM: Live Music w/Dysfunktion Brass Band
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH:
8AM-6PM: Coffee Haus open with extended hours
11AM: Taproom Doors Open
1-4PM: Live Music w/ Liederkranz German Band
1-4:30PM: Pottery Pop-up with Dani Pugel
1:30PM & 4PM: Steinholding Competition (ticket sign-up coming soon)
6-9 PM: Live Music w/ Straight Up Chumps
Airbrush Tattoos & Face Painting - time TBD!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH:
1:30PM: Bikes & Buckets -w/ The Indiana Fever! Meet at Guggman then bike to the Fever game.
3-5pm: Bluegrass Jam in the beer garden!
ABOUT OKTOBERFEST:
- All German beer releases will be available at the main bar in the taproom.
- Steins will only be available at the main taproom bar.
- No flights on Friday-Sunday! Flights will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 22nd
- We will have a limited concession style menu from The Cabin Kitchen all fest including some shareables and bratwurst plates, along with kid options.
- Traditional and non-traditional Oktoberfest attire is welcome.
- Parking is available in our paved lot, overflow lot and on the street. **Ridesharing is encouraged, please drink responsibly!**
- We expect this to be a busy weekend - thank you for joining us and for your patience. Feel free to bring a lawn chair for the garden as long as aisles stay open. Prost!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Bikes & Buckets w/the Fever!
Sunday September 20th
Join us on September 20 for a one-of-a-kind pregame experience as we roll together to cheer on the Indiana Fever! Start your game day at Guggman with a laid-back pre-ride hang, then hop on your bike for a guided ride leading straight to Gainbridge Fieldhouse. It’s a fun, sustainable way to get to the game and be part of something bigger with fellow fans who care about the ride just as much as the destination.
RSVP or buy game-day tickets on the Fever website!
Here's the schedule:
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Pre-ride party at Gugman Haus Brewing Co.
2:30 PM: Group ride departs for Gainbridge Fieldhouse Approximately
3:00 PM: Arrive at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and check bikes into complimentary bike valet
4:00 PM: Indiana Fever tip-off
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Docs on Draft: Women's Health!
Thursday September 24th
Join us for this speaker series in partnership with IU School of Medicine! Designed for everyone both in the medical field and not at all, Docs on Draft welcomes physicians and scientists from IU School of Medicine to present on a topic while sharing their knowledge, engaging in dialogue and storytelling, and answering your questions.
This is free, and open to everyone. Grab a pint and learn something new!
Here are the last two events for the year:
Sept. 24, 2026
Speaker: Nicole Scott, MD
Topic: Women’s Health
Nov. 26, 2026
Speaker: Richard Kovacs, MD
Topic: Prevention and treatment of sudden cardiac arrests in athletes
Here’s more info on this new series:
https://medicine.iu.edu/interna.../news-events/docs-on-draft
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Friday Night Music Series: Harp & Axe
Friday September 25th
Join us for live music in the beer garden every Friday this summer from 7-9pm!
Grab beer, wine or cider from the taproom bar and snacks or dinner from The Cabin Kitchen in the taproom, then enjoy the summer vibes in our beer garden. Every show is free and family-friendly.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Paint Your Pet Party!
Sunday September 27th
Paint Your Pet - on either a tote bag or canvas!
After you register email a picture of your pet or favorite animal to paintyourpetparty@gmail.com. We sketch it on a canvas or tote bag ready for you to paint in 3 easy steps. You don't need any artistic talent!
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Guggman Haus Craft Club: Watercolor Etching
Tuesday September 29th
Join us for our monthly craft club hosted by Dani Pugel!
It’s time to paint in a whole new way! Learn how to create unique watercolor paintings using an etching technique developed by our craft club host. Using varnish, we will seal colors onto our paper and wash away the rest- creating unique and easy to create masterpieces.
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Boats & Brews: October
Sunday October 25th
Come paddle with us! Guggman Haus & Frank's Paddlesports Livery, both located in the heart of the Riverside neighborhood here in Indianapolis, have partnered to bring you Boats & Brews for the 2026 season!
Join us on Oct 25th!
You’ll meet at Guggman’s main taproom (1701 Gent Ave.) and the Frank’s team will shuttle us up the White River where we'll canoe or kayak back down - and then we'll get shuttled back to Guggman. Included in the purchase is a 4-pack of beer (one per boat rental) and a koozie for your ride! See what it's all about:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDPr1IW9leE&t=1s
**Pre-purchased tickets are required, and this event is always weather dependent. For more details and to book, visit here:
01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Guggman Haus Craft Club: Jewelry Making
Tuesday October 27th
Join us for our monthly craft club hosted by Dani Pugel!
Want to spice up your wardrobe or a gift with jewelry… handmade by you? Come enjoy a bead-crazy crafting night with us! All supplies for earring and bracelet/anklet making provided with ticket!
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Guggman Haus Craft Club: Handmade Holiday Cards
Tuesday November 24th
Join us for our monthly craft club hosted by Dani Pugel!
Whether you’re giving a gift, writing a pen pal, or saying thank you, chances are you’ll need a card this holiday season. Why not make a night of it and create a few extra special ones made with love by you? All supplies for card making (paper, stamps, glitter, etc etc etc) will be provided with ticket!
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Guggman Haus Craft Club: Ornament Painting
Tuesday December 15th
Join us for our monthly craft club hosted by Dani Pugel!
Come create a special ornament for yourself or a friend- handpainted by you! For this festive holiday craft night, we will be painting with acrylics on fun-shaped ceramic ornaments created by our host (Dani Pugel). These are made to paint make-and-take style and will not need to be fired in the kiln after painting. One ornament and all the supplies to decorate and hang it will be provided with ticket.
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM