PLAINVILLE BREWERY FIELD GUIDE
Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Shuttle — Four Breweries, One Seamless Friday Night Route
A monthly Friday-night shuttle that links Alvarium, Coles Road, Relic Brewing and Five Churches with three scheduled sessions and pre-booked transport for a straightforward brewery-hopping evening.
Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Shuttle — Four Breweries, One Seamless Friday Night Route.
Adventure brief
Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Shuttle — Four Breweries, One Seamless Friday Night Route
The Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Tour Shuttle runs the first Friday of every month in the Plainville/New Britain/Berlin corridor, offering a curated, transport-only brewery hop that connects Alvarium, Coles Road, Relic Brewing and Five Churches across three distinct sessions.
Experience the best of Connecticut’s craft beer scene with the Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Shuttle, hosted by Connecticut Beer Tours in Plainville. This private shuttle tour is perfect for beer enthusiasts looking to explore multiple local breweries without worrying about transportation. With three available sessions on Friday nights, guests can visit a curated selection of the region’s finest breweries, each offering unique craft brews and friendly atmospheres. The shuttle provides seamless transportation, so you can relax and enjoy the camaraderie and craft beer at each stop. This experience is ideal for groups wanting a fun, social night out or visitors eager to get an authentic taste of Connecticut’s growing beer culture. Tickets are available for advance purchase, ensuring your spot on this popular tour. Whether you’re a seasoned beer lover or a casual sipper, the Fri Night Hard Hittin Beer Shuttle offers a perfect blend of great brews, memorable company, and hassle-free travel.
Route Schematic
Route schematic and stops
Stops and sequence depend on the session selected; the shuttle serves these core breweries over the course of the evening.
Alvarium (New Britain)
Alvarium functions as a pickup and drop point in sessions; exact arrival and departure times vary by session as listed in the operator itinerary.
Coles Road (Berlin)
Coles Road appears as both a pickup and intermediate stop on the scheduled sessions; arrival and departure times differ by session.
Relic Brewing (Plainville)
Relic is included as a pickup and stop in the evening rotations; consult the session timetable for exact pickup or drop times.
Five Churches (5CB / Five Churches Brewing)
Five Churches is one of the scheduled stop points later in the evening on the shuttle's route; session schedules indicate arrival and departure windows.
Passengers must follow the session schedule, be waiting a few minutes prior to listed times, and understand the operator waits approximately 5–10 minutes per stop and does not wait for stragglers; private trips are available for groups up to 13 passengers.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
The shuttle delivers a compact, timetable-driven brewery circuit: choose a session, board at your selected pickup, and ride between neighborhood breweries on a predefined schedule designed to move groups efficiently from taproom to taproom.
THE ROUTE
Four neighborhood stops, scheduled for a fluid evening
The shuttle links Alvarium, Coles Road, Relic Brewing and Five Churches across three selectable sessions, moving guests between breweries on a fixed timetable so you can focus on the tastings and the company.
THE LOGISTICS
Three sessions and a transport-only ticket
There are three sessions to choose from; tickets must be pre-purchased online and the $25 fare covers transportation only—plan accordingly for brewery purchases and cover charges.
THE PACE
A deliberate, time-bound hop
The operator holds each stop for roughly 5–10 minutes and will not wait for stragglers, so punctuality is essential to stay on your selected session's schedule.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this shuttle suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Friday Night Hard Hittin Beer Tour Shuttle runs the first Friday of every month and offers three sessions to choose from; consult the operator’s session timetable for exact pickup and drop times.
Pre-purchase your ticket online before arriving; arrive a few minutes early and be ready outside the brewery at your scheduled pickup point. The $25 ticket covers transportation only.
Pickups and drops are scheduled at Alvarium (New Britain), Coles Road (Berlin), Relic Brewing (Plainville) and Five Churches; choose the session that matches your preferred pickup or drop point.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to buy a ticket in advance?
Yes. Tickets must be pre-purchased online; the operator requires advance purchase for all riders.
How much does the shuttle cost?
The public shuttle ticket is $25 and includes transportation only.
How many sessions are offered each night?
There are three sessions to choose from on the Friday night schedule.
Will the shuttle wait if I'm running late?
No. The operator will wait approximately 5–10 minutes per stop but does not wait for stragglers and will not come inside to find you.
Can I book a private trip for a group?
Yes. Private trips are available and can accommodate up to 13 passengers for this tour on Friday nights or Saturday afternoons.
When does the shuttle run?
The Friday Night Hard Hittin Beer Tour Shuttle runs the 1st Friday of every month.
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